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The Measure of a Man
CAST & DIRECTOR
Directed by Demetris 'Illski' Jones. With Reginald Haskins Jr., Triston Parks, Imani Moultrie.
7.5/10
MOVIHERO ESTIMATEWHAT IT'S ABOUT
In 1980s Northeast Atlanta, a young boy's understanding of manhood is shaped by his cousin Michael, a man who leaves his past behind and quietly teaches love, courage, and self-acceptance through his presence in the family. As generational anger and old wounds resurface, the boy must decide what kind of man he intends to become.
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MOVIHERO ESTIMATEYOUR WATCHLISTIn 1980s Northeast Atlanta, a young boy's understanding of manhood is shaped by his cousin Michael, a man who leaves his past behind and quietly teaches love, courage,…
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MoviHero lists July 17, 2026 as the release date for The Measure of a Man. Demetris 'Illski' Jones is the listed director. The listed cast includes Reginald Haskins Jr. as Michael Hamilton, Triston Parks as Demetrius Jones, Imani Moultrie as Benita Jones, Brayden Parks as Antoine Jones. A trailer is available on this page.
Release dateJuly 17, 2026
GenresDrama
Runtime1h 51m
DirectorDemetris 'Illski' Jones
CastReginald Haskins Jr. as Michael Hamilton, Triston Parks as Demetrius Jones, Imani Moultrie as Benita Jones, Brayden Parks as Antoine Jones
TrailerAvailable on this page
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The Measure of a Man runs 1h 51m. Allow extra time for breaks.
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The current MoviHero pacing estimate is 4/10: a more patient pace.
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The attention estimate is 5/10. Expect to follow the story rather than use it as background viewing.
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The emotional-impact estimate is 7/10, suggesting a moderate emotional load. This does not tell you whether the ending is happy or sad.
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Pacing4/10
Emotional Impact7/10
Mind-Bending2/10
Scary1/10
Violence2/10
Rewatchability4/10
Attention Required5/10
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otherMichael HamiltonMichael Hamilton appears in The Measure of a Man (2026).Open character guide otherDemetrius JonesDemetrius Jones appears in The Measure of a Man (2026).Open character guide otherAntoine JonesAntoine Jones appears in The Measure of a Man (2026).Open character guide otherBenita JonesBenita Jones appears in The Measure of a Man (2026).Open character guide otherMarcusMarcus appears in The Measure of a Man (2026).Open character guide
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