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Malcolm X

“Scholar, convict, leader, disciple, hipster, father, hustler, minister, black man, every man.”

★ 7.6(1,919)19923h 22m

Malcolm X is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, MUBI, MUBI Amazon Channel, Icon Film Amazon Channel, Sundance Now Amazon Channel and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in United Kingdom, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video and Sky Store. Availability checked 28 June 2026.

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Director: Spike Lee
Release date: 1992-11-18
Runtime: 3h 22m
Language: Arabic
Box office: $48,169,908
Budget: $34,000,000
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Warner Bros. Pictures

Malcolm X — trailer

About Malcolm X

Malcolm X is a 1992 movie in the Drama and History genres, directed by Spike Lee, starring Denzel Washington, Angela Bassett and Albert Hall. It has a runtime of 3 hours 22 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.6/10 from 1,919 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Malcolm X in United Kingdom — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

A tribute to the controversial black activist and leader of the struggle for black liberation. He hit bottom during his imprisonment in the '50s, he became a Black Muslim and then a leader in the Nation of Islam. His assassination in 1965 left a legacy of self-determination and racial pride.

Cast

Denzel Washington

Malcolm X

Angela Bassett

Betty Shabazz

Albert Hall

Baines

Al Freeman Jr.

Elijah Muhammad

Delroy Lindo

West Indian Archie

Spike Lee

Shorty

Theresa Randle

Laura

Kate Vernon

Sophia

Lonette McKee

Louise Little

Tommy Hollis

Earl Little

James McDaniel

Brother Earl

Ernest Lee Thomas

Sidney

Themes & keywords

prisonnew york citypolice brutalitybeachassassinationmuslimpoliceku klux klanprison cellkoranjail guardbiblecivil rightsislambiography

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Malcolm X in United Kingdom?+

In United Kingdom, you can stream Malcolm X on Amazon Prime Video, MUBI, MUBI Amazon Channel, Icon Film Amazon Channel, Sundance Now Amazon Channel and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. It's also available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video and Sky Store.

Is Malcolm X on Netflix?+

Malcolm X is not on Netflix in United Kingdom right now, but you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video, MUBI, MUBI Amazon Channel, Icon Film Amazon Channel, Sundance Now Amazon Channel and Amazon Prime Video with Ads.

How long is Malcolm X?+

Malcolm X has a runtime of 3 hours 22 minutes (202 minutes).

Who stars in Malcolm X?+

Malcolm X stars Denzel Washington, Angela Bassett, Albert Hall, Al Freeman Jr. and Delroy Lindo.

When did Malcolm X come out?+

Malcolm X is a 1992 movie directed by Spike Lee.

What genre is Malcolm X?+

Malcolm X is Drama and History film.

Who directed Malcolm X?+

Malcolm X was directed by Spike Lee.