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Release Year1978
Runtime1 Season
LanguageEnglish
CertificationNR
GenresDrama
Votes3
Director—
Writers—
TypeWeb Series
Rating5.3 out of 10
Cast8 credited
Also Known AsRoll of Thunder, Hear My Cry
About Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry
A three-part drama telling the story of a black girl and her family who try to hold onto their land during the Depression.
Directed by —, Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry leans on a strong ensemble — Claudia McNeil, Janet MacLachlan, Robert Christian — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The series landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about drama titles of 1978.
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