Movie

The Inheritance

★ 8.0(1)196458m

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Good to know

Director: Harold Mayer
Release date: 1964-11-08
Runtime: 58m
Language: EN
Status: Released

About The Inheritance

The Inheritance is a 1964 movie in the Documentary genre, directed by Harold Mayer, starring Robert Ryan. It has a runtime of 58 minutes. It holds an average rating of 8.0/10 from 1 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Inheritance in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

The Inheritance shows what life was really like for immigrants and working Americans from the turn of the century through the fight for civil rights in the 1960s. This stirring history of our country shows their struggle to put down roots, form labor unions, survive wars, and finally, create a new and better life for themselves and our nation. The film explores a landscape largely unknown to the present generation - the dim sweatshops, coal mines and textile mills filled with children; the anxious years of the depression and labor's bloody struggle for the right to organize; the battlefields of WW I and II; the seldom seen newsreel footage of the Memorial Day massacre at The Republic Steel strike in Chicago; the civil rights struggle - as every generation fights again to preserve and extend its freedoms. This is the film's theme. Judy Collins sings this theme song, as well as more great music sung by Judy, Pete Seeger, Tom Paxton and others.

Cast

Robert Ryan

Narrator (voice)

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Inheritance in Canada?+

The Inheritance is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Canada. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Inheritance on Netflix?+

The Inheritance is not on Netflix in Canada right now.

How long is The Inheritance?+

The Inheritance has a runtime of 58 minutes (58 minutes).

Who stars in The Inheritance?+

The Inheritance stars Robert Ryan.

When did The Inheritance come out?+

The Inheritance is a 1964 movie directed by Harold Mayer.

What genre is The Inheritance?+

The Inheritance is Documentary film.

Who directed The Inheritance?+

The Inheritance was directed by Harold Mayer.