Cry Freedom
“The true story of the friendship that shook South Africa and awakened the world.”
Where to watch Cry Freedom in Mexico
Cry Freedom is available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video and Claro video in Mexico. It isn't on a subscription streaming service there yet. Availability checked 25 May 2026.
About Cry Freedom
Cry Freedom is a 1987 movie in the Drama genre, directed by Richard Attenborough, starring Kevin Kline, Denzel Washington and Penelope Wilton. It has a runtime of 2 hours 37 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.0/10 from 233 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Cry Freedom in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.
Cry Freedom trailer
Overview
A dramatic story, based on actual events, about the friendship between two men struggling against apartheid in South Africa in the 1970s. Donald Woods is a white liberal journalist in South Africa who begins to follow the activities of Stephen Biko, a courageous and outspoken black anti-apartheid activist.
Top cast
Kevin Kline
Donald Woods
Denzel Washington
Steve Biko
Penelope Wilton
Wendy Woods
Kate Hardie
Jane Woods
John Matshikiza
Mapetla
Zakes Mokae
Father Kani
John Thaw
Kruger
Kevin McNally
Ken
John Hargreaves
Bruce
Juanita Waterman
Ntsiki Biko
Julian Glover
Don Card
Josette Simon
Dr Ramphele
Timothy West
Capt. De Wet
Miles Anderson
Lemick
Ian Richardson
State Prosecutor
Andrew McCulloch
Policeman Nel
Gerald Sim
Police Doctor
Gary Whelan
Guard
Glen Murphy
Guard
Peter Cartwright
Police Sergeant
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Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Cry Freedom in Mexico?+
In Mexico, Cry Freedom is available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video and Claro video. It isn't on a subscription streaming service there right now.
Is Cry Freedom on Netflix?+
Cry Freedom is not on Netflix in Mexico right now.
How long is Cry Freedom?+
Cry Freedom has a runtime of 2 hours 37 minutes (157 minutes).
Who stars in Cry Freedom?+
Cry Freedom stars Kevin Kline, Denzel Washington, Penelope Wilton, Kate Hardie and John Matshikiza.
When did Cry Freedom come out?+
Cry Freedom is a 1987 movie directed by Richard Attenborough.
What genre is Cry Freedom?+
Cry Freedom is Drama film.
Who directed Cry Freedom?+
Cry Freedom was directed by Richard Attenborough.
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