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Native Son

1951·Movie
1h 44min·NR
38
WeakGoodWatch score
IMDb6.2Rotten Tomatoes38%–
IMDb6.2Rotten Tomatoes38%–

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I didn't mean to KILL her!

In 1940s Chicago, a young black man takes a job as a chauffeur to a white family, which takes a turn for the worse when he accidentally kills the teenage daughter of the couple and then tries to cover it up.
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Directed by:
Pierre Chenal
Written by:
Richard Wright, Pierre Chenal
Produced by:
Jaime Prades, Walter Gould
Composed by:
Juan Ehlert

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Native Son

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Where can I stream Native Son legally?

KanopyHooplaKino Film Collection

Native Son is included with a subscription to Kino Film Collection in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy and Hoopla. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Native Son worth watching?

38
WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 39/100 (IMDb 6.2 and Rotten Tomatoes 38%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Native Son rated?

NR

It's rated NR in the United States.

How long is Native Son?

1 h 44 min

Native Son runs 1 h 44 min.

Is Native Son based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

Do critics and audiences agree on Native Son?

Critics38
Audiences62

Not quite. Audiences rate Native Son higher (62) than critics (38). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

What language is Native Son in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in Argentina, United States.

In how many countries can I watch Native Son?

2CAUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Native Son in 2 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.