The Chicago 8(2011)
A true story based on the most infamous court case in America's history
The Chicago 8 Synopsis
Based on actual court transcripts of 8 anti-war protesters on trial for conspiring to cause riots at the 1968 Democratic National Convention in Chicago.
The Chicago 8 (2011) is a drama film directed by Pinchas Perry, released on June 4, 2011 with a runtime of 1h 28m. It stars Gary Cole, Mayim Bialik, Steven Culp and Aaron Abrams. Viewers rate it 5.6 out of 10 across 8 ratings.
- Director:
- Pinchas Perry
- Writers:
- Pinchas Perry
- Status:
- Released
The Chicago 8 (2011) Trailer
Watch the official trailer for The Chicago 8 before you stream it.
The Chicago 8 Cast & Crew
Main cast
Gary Cole
as Bill Kunstler
Mayim Bialik
as Nancy Kurshan
Steven Culp
as Thomas Foran
Aaron Abrams
as Lee Weiner
Philip Baker Hall
as Judge Julius Hoffman
David Julian Hirsh
as Tom Hayden
Orlando Jones
as Bobby Seale
Scott Lowell
as Richard Schultz
Danny Masterson
as Jerry Rubin
Peter MacKenzie
as David Dellinger
Thomas Ian Nicholas
as Abbie Hoffman
Jamie Elman
as John Froines
Key crew
Directed by Pinchas Perry, written by Pinchas Perry.
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The Chicago 8 Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 5.6/10 from 8 ratings.
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The Chicago 8 – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Chicago 8 online?
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The Chicago 8 (2011) is currently available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.
Who stars in The Chicago 8?
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The main cast of The Chicago 8 (2011) includes Gary Cole, Mayim Bialik, Steven Culp, Aaron Abrams and Philip Baker Hall. The film was directed by Pinchas Perry. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was The Chicago 8 released?
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The Chicago 8 was released on June 4, 2011 and runs for 1h 28m.
Is The Chicago 8 worth watching?
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The Chicago 8 (2011) holds an average rating of 5.6 out of 10 from 8 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy drama films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for The Chicago 8?
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Yes. The official The Chicago 8 trailer is embedded in the trailer section of this page and plays instantly, no download or sign-up required.