When a Witness Recants (2026)

· Rated NR

Genres: Documentary, Animation

Released: 2026-10-30

Runtime: 112 minutes

Overview

In 1983, author Ta-Nehisi Coates learned that a 14-year-old boy was murdered in his Baltimore middle school. Upon revisiting the case, he uncovers the truth: Three innocent teenagers were wrongfully convicted and spent 36 years in prison — creating a lasting impact on the accused, the witnesses, and their community.

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Director

Dawn Porter

When a Witness Recants FAQ

What is When a Witness Recants rated?

When a Witness Recants is rated NR.

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