Marshall
Justice has a name.
Overview
Thurgood Marshall, the first African-American Supreme Court Justice, battles through one of his career-defining cases.
Backdrop
What makes this movie Worth Watching
Set in the late 1940s, 'Marshall' depicts the struggle for racial justice during a pivotal period in American history. The film is based on a true story and sheds light on the lesser-known cases Thurgood Marshall handled before becoming a Supreme Court Justice.
- The movie showcases an exceptional performance by Chadwick Boseman as Thurgood Marshall, recreating the iconic lawyer's early career.
- The compelling courtroom drama provides a unique insight into the racial and social issues of the 1940s.
- The film explores themes of justice, equality, and perseverance, which remain relevant today.
- Sophia Bush delivers a powerful performance as Linda Kenney, the accused client.
Fun Facts
- 'Marshall' was released 50 years after Thurgood Marshall was appointed as the first African American Justice of the United States Supreme Court.
- The film features a cameo by Keesha Sharp, who later portrayed Vivian Baxter on the TV series 'Living Single', in a parallel to the character she plays in 'Marshall' – Eleanor Strubing, who was also a lawyer and a key figure in Thurgood Marshall's life.
- Chadwick Boseman reprised his role as Thurgood Marshall in another film, 'Thurgood', which focused on Marshall's arguments before the Supreme Court in Brown v. Board of Education.
Available Languages
English
US
Title:
"Justice has a name."
Français
FR
Title: Marshall : La vérité sur l'affaire Spell
"La justice a un nom."
Pусский
RU
Title: Маршалл
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普通话
CN
Title: 马歇尔
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български език
BG
Title: Маршал
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Português
BR
Title: Marshall: Igualdade e Justiça
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Oscar Awards
Wins
Haven't Won A Oscar
Nominations
MUSIC (Original Song) - 2017
Diane Warren, Lonnie R. Lynn
Media
Trailer
MARSHALL - "Official Trailer" - Now Playing
Trailer
Marshall - "First Trailer" - In Theaters October 13