Based on the true story of Southern farmer Newt Knight, Free State of Jones follows Knight as he rallies fellow Southerners, including farmers, slaves, men and women, in an armed rebellion against the Confederacy during the Civil War. Their goal was freedom for all and their efforts led to the secession of Jones County, Mississippi from the Confederacy.
Watch the Fandango Movieclips exclusive trailer for Free State of Jones, which stars Matthew McConaughey and Keri Russell in an action-drama inspired by actual events surrounding this controversial figure.
Experience the incredible true story when Free State of Jones is in theaters June 24.
