When a Witness Recants
Storyline
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.
Key Information
Director
Dawn Porter
Studio
HBO Documentary Films
Language
EN
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Frequently Asked Questions
When a Witness Recants was released on January 27, 2026.
The runtime of When a Witness Recants is 1h 52m.
When a Witness Recants is a Documentary, Animation movie.
When a Witness Recants is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.
When a Witness Recants was directed by Dawn Porter.
When a Witness Recants is originally in English.