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Free State of Jones is a 2016 American historical war film inspired by the life of Southern Unionist Newton Knight, who led a successful armed revolt against the Confederacy in Jones County, Mississippi, throughout the American Civil War.
Jun 24, 2016 · A historical drama based on the true story of Newton Knight, a Confederate army deserter who led a rebellion against the corrupt local government in Mississippi. The film explores the themes of civil war, slavery, interracial marriage and freedom through his life and legacy.
- (63K)
- Action, Biography, Drama
- Gary Ross
- 2016-06-24
Jan 9, 2016 · Written and directed by four-time Oscar nominee Gary Ross (THE HUNGER GAMES, SEABISCUIT, PLEASANTVILLE), and starring Oscar winner Matthew McConaughey. FREE STATE OF JONES is an epic...
- 3 min
- 6.3M
- STXfilms
A Mississippi farmer-turned-outlaw leads a ragtag band of fellow Civil War deserters and enslaved people in a rebellion against the Confederacy. Watch trailers & learn more.
- Gary Ross
A historical drama about a Confederate deserter who leads a rebellion against slavery and the government. Read critics' reviews, watch the trailer, and find out where to stream or buy the movie online.
- (193)
- Gary Ross
- R
- Matthew Mcconaughey
Free State of Jones. A defiant Southern farmer, Newt Knight, leads an armed uprising that causes a county in Mississippi to secede from the Confederacy and create a free state in this epic action-drama set during the Civil War. Rentals include 30 days to start watching this video and 48 hours to finish once started.
Jun 24, 2016 · A historical drama about a rebel farmer who led a secessionist movement in Mississippi during the Civil War. The film suffers from a slow and disjointed script, but features strong performances by McConaughey, Russell and Mbatha-Raw.
