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Mississippi Burning (1988)
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Two FBI agents investigating the murder of civil rights workers during the 60s seek to breach the conspiracy of silence in a small Southern town where segregation divides black and white. The younger agent trained in FBI school runs up against the small town ways of his partner, a former sheriff.
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Strong recommendationChaotic comedy
EnergyTense with bursts of wonder
TonePlayful comedy
ExperienceRule-breaking fun and mischief
Best suited forinvestigation, secrets, and layered suspense
What to expect from this title?Expect a playful comedy that moves on attitude, quick gags, and easy momentum more than emotional depth.
Heavy in toneConflict carries the weightNot a casual watch
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Best suited for17+
Content levelMature content
GuidanceNot suitable for children
Rating methodOfficial source
ConfidenceHigh
SourceOfficial rating • United States • TMDB
• Violence & action• Tension & suspense• Serious themes
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🧾 Quick take
Viewer insight Mississippi Burning is a 1988 film in the Drama / Crime category from United States. Directed by Alan Parker. Starring Gene Hackman and Willem Dafoe. Runtime: about 128 minutes. Original language: English. An official trailer is available on this page. Watch options are shown when available. TMDB rating: 7.7/10.
Genre: Drama / Crime, Released in 1988, Original language: English, Production: United States, Runtime: about 128 minutes, Starring Gene Hackman and Willem Dafoe.
Runtime
128 min
Original language
English
Country of origin
United States
Type
Movie
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Cast & crew

Gene Hackman
Agent Rupert Anderson

Willem Dafoe
Agent Alan Ward

Frances McDormand
Mrs. Pell

Brad Dourif
Deputy Clinton Pell

R. Lee Ermey
Mayor Tilman

Gailard Sartain
Sheriff Stuckey

Stephen Tobolowsky
Townley

Michael Rooker
Frank Bailey
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Pruitt Taylor Vince
Lester Cowens

Badja Djola
Agent Monk

Kevin Dunn
Agent Bird

Frankie Faison
Eulogist

Thomas B. Mason
Judge (as Tom Mason)

Geoffrey Nauffts
Goatee
Director: Alan Parker
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1What is movie Mississippi Burning (1988)?
It is a movie released in 1988 within the Drama, Crime, Mystery, Thriller category.
2What is the story of Mississippi Burning?
Mississippi Burning (1988) is a movie in the Drama, Crime, Mystery, Thriller category on ShofHub. Explore the story, cast, rating, trailer, and official availability details.
3Can you watch Mississippi Burning online?
Yes. The page currently shows official online availability through providers such as Apple TV Store, Amazon Prime Video.
4What is the rating of Mississippi Burning?
It currently holds a TMDB rating of 7.7/10 based on 1,938 ratings.
5What is the runtime of Mississippi Burning?
Its runtime is about 128 minutes.
6What kind of viewers is Mississippi Burning best suited for?
A suspense-focused watch built around questions, hidden motives, and steady tension rather than simple straight-line action.
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