Becoming Thurgood: America's Social Architect
2025 · Movie · 55 min
This landmark documentary explores the life and legacy of Thurgood Marshall, from his trailblazing legal battles to his historic role as the first Black Supreme Court justice. Featuring rare archival materials and interviews with leading HBCU voices, the film reveals how Marshall helped America confront its deepest contradictions-and how his vision for justice continues to shape the country today.
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Details
- Years
- 2025
- Release date
- 2025-09-09
- Language
- English
- Runtime
- 55 min
Cast & crew
- TM
Thurgood Marshall
as Self (archival footage)
- SI
Sherrilyn Ifill
as Self
- SC
Sheryll D. Cashin
as Self
- WH
Wil Haywood
as Self
- GK
Gilbert King
as Self
Directed by Alexis Aggrey