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Go Tell It on the Mountain

1984Movie1 h 36 min

DramaTV Movie
63
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb6.7Rotten Tomatoes–60%
63
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb6.7Rotten Tomatoes–60%

Summary

Over a single, pivotal Saturday in 1930s Harlem, 14-year-old John Grimes wrestles with his religious calling and his fraught relationship with his abusive, hypocritical stepfather, Gabriel. Extended flashbacks explore the oppressive Southern past and personal histories of John's mother, his aunt, and Gabriel, ultimately illuminating the generational trauma and complex family secrets that shape his life.

Good for

  • Friends night
  • Teens
  • Thought-provoking

Skip it if

  • You want fast pacing

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Cast

14 of 14

Crew

Directed by
Stan Lathan
Written by
James Baldwin
Produced by
Calvin Skaggs
Music by
Webster Lewis

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Facts

August 31, 1984 · 1 h 36 min · Violence, Strong Language

Released
August 31, 1984
Runtime
1 h 36 min
Content
Violence, Strong Language
Genres
Drama, TV Movie
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Available in
131 countries
Keywords
based on novel or book

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Where can I stream Go Tell It on the Mountain?

PlexThe RokuTubi TV

In the United States, Go Tell It on the Mountain is free with ads on Plex, The Roku, and Tubi TV. It also streams in 130 other countries.

Is Go Tell It on the Mountain worth watching?

63
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 63 (IMDb 6.7).

Is Go Tell It on the Mountain plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (9 of 10) and dialogue centrality (8 of 10) more than on its plot.