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O.J.: Made in America

2016 · Movie · NR · 467 min · ★ 8.4 · 95% critics

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This documentary traces the rise and fall of a celebrated sports and media figure, using a notorious criminal case to explore fame, race, and inequality in America. It follows how a public scandal exposed deep divisions and brought long-standing tensions into sharp focus.

Also known as O.J. Simpson: Made in America

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Details
Years
2016
Release date
2016-05-20
Network
ABC, ESPN
Language
English
Rated
NR
Runtime
467 min
Critic score
95/100
TMDB rating
8.4/10 (263 votes)
About

You may like this if you want a detailed, thought-provoking documentary that goes beyond a true-crime case and into broader social history; Not for you if you prefer lighter viewing or want a fast, simple recap, and it may also appeal to fans of Making a Murderer or The Jinx.

Pros: thorough storytelling; sharp social insight; strong interviews | Cons: very long runtime; emotionally heavy material; repetitive subject matter

Themes

  • police brutality
  • american football
  • biography
  • los angeles, california
  • true crime
  • racial tension
  • sports documentary
  • lapd
  • murder trial
  • criminal justice system
  • race relations

Awards & recognition

  • Academy Award — Best Documentary Feature Film · 2017

Cast & crew

Directed by Ezra Edelman