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Ruby Bridges

Disney presents the inspiring true story of one little girl whose strength and dignity during the racially charged 1960s helped change history! When bright six-year-old Ruby is chosen to be the first African-American student to integrate her local New Orleans elementary school, she is subjected to the true ugliness of racism for the very first time. But guided by the love of her mother (Lela Rochon) and father (Michael Beach), Ruby's heroic struggle for a better education becomes a lesson for us all.

An acclaimed and entertaining motion picture also starring Penelope Ann Miller and Kevin Pollak-- you'll want to share this remarkable story of courage and pride with your family!

For several stories for young readers about Ruby Bridges' inspirational story, visit our Ruby Bridges Collection.

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This well-conceived made-for-television Disney movie brings the pain and difficulty of desegregation to life for a generation of kids to whom the 1960s is ancient history. Young Chaz Monet plays Ruby, who in real life walked up those Southern school steps with armed guards barely shielding her from the hate-filled epithets white adults hurled at her as she single-handedly desegregated the institution. Penelope Ann Miller plays her Yankee teacher--actually a tutor, since no white kids will share her classroom. Kevin Pollak plays the psychiatrist who donates his time to help her deal with the trauma, but won't eat her mother's food.

This 89-minute film offers surprisingly complex portraits of many of the adult characters and an admirably frank look at the less-than-positive reaction from her own community. Even her father (Michael Beach) waivers in resolution, especially when his white boss fires him. Superior acting, writing, and production mark this look at one of the uglier periods in American social history and the little girl who helped the country take a giant step in the right direction. Somewhat scary situations and use of racial slurs make parental guidance advisable for young children. -- Kimberly Heinrichs

Product Details

Media Type Movie
Recommended Age 7 and up
Actors Chaz Monet, Penelope Ann Miller, Kevin Pollak, Michael Beach, Lela Rochon
Director Euzhan Palcy
Running Time 96 minutes
Studio Walt Disney Home Entertainment
Release Date Feb 3, 2004
Language English