Ruby Bridges_
"She went to school... and taught the nation a lesson."
When six-year-old Ruby Bridges is chosen to be the first African-American to integrate her local elementary school, she is subjected to the true ugliness of racism for the first time.
Starring
Chaz Monet, Michael Beach, Penelope Ann Miller
Updated Feb 16, 2026
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Year context
Ruby Bridges was released 28 years ago in 1998.
Overview
When six-year-old Ruby Bridges is chosen to be the first African-American to integrate her local elementary school, she is subjected to the true ugliness of ...
Ruby Bridges is a Drama, Family, History film with a runtime of 1h 36m.
CAST (9)
Chaz Monet
Ruby Nell Bridges
Michael Beach
Abon Bridges
Penelope Ann Miller
Barbara Henry
Lela Rochon
Lucielle 'Lucy' Bridges
Kevin Pollak
Dr. Robert Coles
Jean Louisa Kelly
Jane Coles
Peter Francis James
Dr. Broyard
Diana Scarwid
Miss Woodmere
Patrika Darbo
Miss Spencer
DETAILS
Release
Status
Released
Runtime
96 min (1h 36m)
Language
English
Country
Rating
6.7/10 (28 votes)
Popularity
6
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Ruby Bridges about?
When six-year-old Ruby Bridges is chosen to be the first African-American to integrate her local elementary school, she is subjected to the true ugliness of racism for the first time.
How long is Ruby Bridges?
Ruby Bridges has a runtime of 96 minutes (1h 36m).
Who stars in Ruby Bridges?
The cast of Ruby Bridges includes Chaz Monet, Michael Beach, Penelope Ann Miller, Lela Rochon, Kevin Pollak.
What is the rating of Ruby Bridges?
Ruby Bridges has a rating of 6.7 out of 10 based on 28 votes on TMDB.
GENRES (4)
Drama
Family
History
TV Movie
