

Coach Jim Ellis shocks the community and changes lives when, aided by a local janitor, he sets out to form Philadelphia's first black swim team. But the odds are against them as they battle rigid rules, racism and more.

Terrence Howard
Jim Ellis
Lead
Bernie Mac
Elston

Kimberly Elise
Sue Davis

Tom Arnold
Bink

Brandon Fobbs
Puddin Head

Alphonso McAuley
Walt

Regine Nehy
Willie

Nate Parker
Hakim
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Sunu Gonera's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
“Every frame feels alive. Pride is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”