Directed and co-written by RaMell Ross, brings Colson Whitehead’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel to life in the highly anticipated historical drama, Nickel Boys, which will be disturbed by Amazon MGM Studios next month, this powerful film is based on the true and harrowing story of the Florida School for Boys, also known as the Arthur G. Dozier School for Boys, and we’re here to tell you more about it.
Get ready for a cinematic experience that will linger long after the credits roll. Nickel Boys is poised to be an unforgettable movie that will captivate audiences and leave a lasting impact. Join us as we dive into the world of this movie.
What is the Plot of Nickel Boys?
Nickel Boys is set in the year 1962 when a young boy named Elwood Curtis is falsely accused by the police of being an accomplice in a crime, after which he is sent to a reform school, the Dozier School for Boys (in the movie, this has been renamed to Nickel Academy).
There, Curtis befriends another boy and together they attempt to stand up against the corrupt system that goes against helping the boys at the academy.
The Cast of Nickel Boys
Nickel Boys boasts a talented and diverse cast of actors and actresses who breathe life into this cinematic masterpiece. The cast includes Ethan Herisse (When They See Us, Miss Virginia), Daveed Diggs (Blindspotting, Hamilton), Ethan Cole Sharp, Brandon Wilson (The Way Back, Beyond the Lights), Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor (King Richard, Men of Honor), Hamish Linklater (Midnight Mass, Batman: Caped Crusader), Fred Hechinger (Butcher’s Crossing, Kraven the Hunter), and Jimmie Fails (The Last Black Man in San Francisco, American Paradise).
When and Where Can You Watch Nickel Boys?
The 51st Telluride Film Festival featured Nickel Boys’ world premiered on August 30, 2024. This movie has received critical acclimation already and will be available to a wider range of audiences on October 25.
Ross’ historical drama will land in select theaters, and will also be available to stream on Prime Video. Don’t forget to save the date.
Conclusion
It is almost time to brace yourself for the emotional and moving masterpiece of the year because this is an experience you will want to remember as a part of 2024. We highly recommend everyone who tune into Prime Video and stream Nickel Boys following its release, and we’ll make sure we share our detailed review of the same.