Some people build fences to keep people out, and other people build fences to keep people in.
In 1950s Pittsburgh, a frustrated African-American father struggles with the constraints of poverty, racism, and his own inner demons as he tries to raise a family.
Fences (2016) is a drama film directed by Denzel Washington, released on December 16, 2016 with a runtime of 2h 19m. It stars Denzel Washington, Viola Davis, Stephen McKinley Henderson and Jovan Adepo. Viewers rate it 6.9 out of 10 across 2,855 ratings.
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Denzel Washington
as Troy Maxson
Viola Davis
as Rose Maxson
Stephen McKinley Henderson
as Jim Bono
Jovan Adepo
as Cory Maxson
Russell Hornsby
as Lyons Maxson
Mykelti Williamson
as Gabriel Maxson
Saniyya Sidney
as Raynell Maxson
Lesley Boone
as Evangelist Preacher
Christopher Mele
as Deputy Commissioner
Jason Silvis
as Garbage Truck Driver
Tra'Waan Coles
as Towns person
Joe Fishel
as Parade Marcher
Directed by Denzel Washington, written by August Wilson and August Wilson, produced by Todd Black, Denzel Washington and Scott Rudin.
Average viewer score of 6.9/10 from 2,855 ratings.
**Trying to be a good husband and father!** It took nearly a decade for Denzel to direct another film and this time it sailed through the Oscars with four nominations and one won out of it. Yeah, it was Viola Davis, who snatched the most prestigious award for her supporting actress role. Originally the film based on the stage play of the same name. It is a drama takes place in the 50s about a hard working family…
Reviewed on June 15, 2017
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The main cast of Fences (2016) includes Denzel Washington, Viola Davis, Stephen McKinley Henderson, Jovan Adepo and Russell Hornsby. The film was directed by Denzel Washington. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
Fences was released on December 16, 2016 and runs for 2h 19m.
Fences (2016) holds an average rating of 6.9 out of 10 from 2,855 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy drama films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
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