Amistad

In 1839, the revolt of Mende captives aboard a Spanish owned ship causes a major controversy in the United States when the ship is captured off the coast of Long Island. The courts must decide whether the Mende are slaves or legally free.

Grosses

Domestic (100%)
$44,229,441
Summary Details
DistributorDreamWorks Distribution
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Opening$4,573,523
322 theaters
Budget$36,000,000
Release Date (Wide)Dec 10, 1997 (Dec 26, 1997) - May 14, 1998
MPAAR
Running Time2 hr 35 min
GenresBiography Drama History
In Release387 days/55 weeks
Widest Release1,019 theaters