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Overview
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.
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Cast
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
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Matewan available to watch online?
Yes, you can stream Matewan free on StreamVaults in HD — no sign-up required.
What year was Matewan released?
Matewan was released in 1987.
What genre is Matewan?
Matewan is a Drama, History film.
How long is Matewan?
Matewan has a runtime of 2h 12m.
What is Matewan rated?
Matewan has a TMDB rating of 7.3/10 based on 136 reviews.
Who directed Matewan?
Matewan was directed by John Sayles.
