Sarah’s Oil

Inspired by the remarkable true story of Sarah Rector, Sarah’s Oil follows an eleven-year-old Black girl in early 20th-century Oklahoma whose faith in the promise hidden beneath her seemingly worthless land transforms her life forever. When oil is discovered, Sarah becomes one of America’s first Black female millionaires—, but her new found wealth attracts powerful forces determined to seize what is rightfully hers. With courage, intelligence, and unwavering faith, she fights to protect her future and rewrite the limits placed upon her.

Director: Cyrus Nowrasteh
Run Time: 104 mins