When a Witness Recants

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Released January 27, 2026

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.

Runtime

1h 52m


Origin Country

United States


Original Language

English


Original Title

When a Witness Recants


Status

Post Production


Production Countries

  • United States of America

Spoken Languages

  • English

Production Companies

  • logo for HBO Documentary Films

    HBO Documentary Films

    United States

  • logo for Trilogy Films

    Trilogy Films

    United States

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