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Matewan (1987) – Official Trailer, Cast & Details
Matewan at a Glance
Matewan is a 1987 drama and history film from director John Sayles, starring Chris Cooper, James Earl Jones and Mary McDonnell. It runs 2 hours 12 minutes and came out on August 28, 1987. Matewan has a TMDB rating of 7.4 out of 10 based on 144 votes and is rated PG-13 in the United States.
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Storyline & Synopsis
Filmed in the coal country of West Virginia, "Matewan" celebrates labor organizing in the context of a 1920s work stoppage. Union organizer, Joe Kenehan, a scab named "Few Clothes" Johnson and a sympathetic mayor and police chief heroically fight the power represented by a coal company and Matewan's vested interests so that justice and workers' rights need not take a back seat to squalid working conditions, exploitation and the bottom line.
Where “Matewan” Fits in the 123Movies Catalog
Chris Cooper
Joe Kenehan
James Earl Jones
'Few Clothes' Johnson
Mary McDonnell
Elma Radnor
Will Oldham
Danny Radnor
David Strathairn
Police Chief Sid Hatfield
Ken Jenkins
Sephus Purcell
Kevin Tighe
Bill Hickey
Gordon Clapp
Tom Griggs
Bob Gunton
C.E. Lively
Jace Alexander
Hilllard Elkins
Joe Grifasi
Fausto
Nancy Mette
Bridey Mae Tolliver
Frequently Asked Questions About Matewan
What is the release date of Matewan?
Matewan was released on August 28, 1987.
How long is Matewan?
Matewan runs 2 hours 12 minutes (132 minutes).
Who is in the cast of Matewan?
Matewan stars Chris Cooper as Joe Kenehan, James Earl Jones as 'Few Clothes' Johnson, Mary McDonnell as Elma Radnor and Will Oldham as Danny Radnor. The cast also includes David Strathairn, Ken Jenkins, Kevin Tighe and Gordon Clapp.
Who directed Matewan?
Matewan was directed by John Sayles. The screenplay is credited to John Sayles.
What kind of movie is Matewan?
Matewan is listed on TMDB as a mix of drama and history.
What is Matewan rated?
Matewan is rated PG-13 in the United States. On TMDB it has an average user score of 7.4/10 from 144 votes.
Where can I watch the Matewan trailer?
You can watch the trailer for Matewan, "Matewan (1987) ORIGINAL TRAILER [HD 1080p]", for free on this 123Movies page. It is embedded from YouTube.
What should I watch if I liked Matewan?
Movies TMDB recommends alongside Matewan include Rosewood (1997), Pale Rider (1985), Free State of Jones (2016), Glory (1989) and Son of the South (2021).
Can I stream the full movie of Matewan on 123Movies?
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