When We Rise(2017)
Synopsis
The personal and political struggles, setbacks and triumphs of a diverse family of LGBT men and women who helped pioneer one of the last legs of the U.S. Civil Rights movement from its turbulent infancy in the 20th century to the once unfathomable successes of today. The period piece tells the history of the gay rights movement, starting with the Stonewall Riots in 1969.
Created by Dustin Lance Black
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Cast
Austin P. McKenzie
Young Cleve Jones
Emily Skeggs
Young Roma Guy
Jonathan Majors
Young Ken Jones
Fiona Dourif
Young Diane Jones
Rachel Griffiths
Diane Jones
Mary-Louise Parker
Roma Guy
Guy Pearce
Cleve Jones
Michael Kenneth Williams
Ken Jones
Ivory Aquino
Cecilia Chung
Debra Winger
Elena Kagan
David Hyde Pierce
Dr. Jones
Whoopi Goldberg
Pat Norman
Rosie O'Donnell
Del Martin
Seasons
Season 1
4 episodes · 2017
When We Rise — frequently asked questions
Where can I watch When We Rise?+
When We Rise is available to stream on Hulu, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country and changes over time.
When did When We Rise come out?+
When We Rise was first aired in 2017.
How many seasons of When We Rise are there?+
When We Rise has 1 season and 4 episodes in total.
Who created When We Rise?+
When We Rise was created by Dustin Lance Black.
Who stars in When We Rise?+
When We Rise stars Austin P. McKenzie, Emily Skeggs, Jonathan Majors, Fiona Dourif and Rachel Griffiths.
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