Glory (1989)
Kernel Score: 86% · 1,767 ratings · Rated R
Genres: Drama, History, War
Released: 1989-12-15
Runtime: 122 minutes
Where to watch Glory
- Free with ads: Tubi
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Robert Gould Shaw leads the US Civil War's first all-black volunteer company, fighting prejudices of both his own Union army and the Confederates.
Glory parents' guide: ages 13+
Parents need to know that Glory is an intense Civil War drama depicting the first all-Black Union regiment facing racism and battlefield violence.
- Violence & scariness: Strong — Graphic Civil War battle sequences including soldiers being killed, consistent with its R rating.
- Language: Some — Contains period-appropriate strong language and racial slurs reflecting historical racism.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official R rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Cast
- Matthew Broderick as Col. Robert Gould Shaw
- Denzel Washington as Pvt. Trip
- Cary Elwes as Maj. Cabot Forbes
- Morgan Freeman as Sgt. Maj. John Rawlins
- Jihmi Kennedy as Pvt. Jupiter Sharts
- Andre Braugher as Cpl. Thomas Searles
- John Finn as Sgt. Maj. Mulcahy
- Donovan Leitch as Capt. Charles Fessenden Morse
- JD Cullum as Henry Sturgis Russell
- Bob Gunton as Gen. Charles Garrison Harker
Glory FAQ
Is Glory good?
Glory has an 86% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 1,767 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Glory?
In the US you can watch it free with ads on Tubi and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Glory OK for kids?
Glory is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 13+. Parents need to know that Glory is an intense Civil War drama depicting the first all-Black Union regiment facing racism and battlefield violence.
What movies are like Glory?
If you liked Glory, try Gettysburg, 12 Years a Slave, The Last of the Mohicans and Schindler's List.