The Burial (2023)
Kernel Score: 80% · 593 ratings · Rated R
Genres: Drama, History
Released: 2023-10-06
Runtime: 126 minutes
Where to watch The Burial
- Stream: Prime Video
- Free with ads: Prime Video (free with ads), Amazon MX Player
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
When a handshake deal goes sour, funeral home owner Jeremiah O'Keefe enlists charismatic, smooth-talking attorney Willie E. Gary to save his family business. Tempers flare and laughter ensues as the unlikely pair bond while exposing corporate corruption and racial injustice.
The Burial parents' guide: ages 11+
Parents need to know that this R-rated legal drama, based on a true story, involves corporate corruption and racial injustice themes.
- Language: Some — Some strong language is present typical of an R-rated courtroom drama.
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
Margaret Betts
Cast
- Tommy Lee Jones as Jeremiah O'Keefe
- Jamie Foxx as Willie E. Gary
- Jurnee Smollett as Mame Downes
- Alan Ruck as Mike Allred
- Mamoudou Athie as Hal Dockins
- Pamela Reed as Annette O'Keefe
- Bill Camp as Ray Loewen
- Amanda Warren as Gioria Gary
- Dorian Missick as Reggie Douglas
- Tywayne Wheatt as Al Jones
The Burial FAQ
Is The Burial good?
The Burial has an 80% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 593 audience ratings.
Where can I watch The Burial?
In the US you can stream The Burial on Prime Video and watch it free with ads on Prime Video (free with ads) and Amazon MX Player.
Is The Burial OK for kids?
The Burial is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 11+. Parents need to know that this R-rated legal drama, based on a true story, involves corporate corruption and racial injustice themes.
What movies are like The Burial?
If you liked The Burial, try Miller's Crossing, Killers of the Flower Moon, The Trial of the Chicago 7 and The Founder.