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On the Basis of Sex

The story of a young Ruth Bader Ginsburg – then a struggling attorney and new mother – who faces adversity and numerous obstacles in her fight for equal rights throughout her career.

The story of a young Ruth Bader Ginsburg – then a struggling attorney and new mother – who faces adversity and numerous obstacles in her fight for equal rights throughout her career.

When Ruth takes on a groundbreaking tax case with her husband, attorney Martin Ginsburg, she knows it could change the direction of her career and the way the courts view gender discrimination. The film also chronicles the romance between Ruth and Marty, a partnership that succeeded both personally and professionally.

1 hour, 50 minutes

Last on

Tue 17 Sep 202423:10
BBC Two except Northern Ireland & Northern Ireland HD

Music Played

  • Willie Chambers, Joseph Chambers

    Time Has Come Today

Credits

Ruth Bader GinsburgFelicity Jones
Martin GinsburgArmie Hammer
Mel WulfJustin Theroux
Dorothy KenyonKathy Bates
Erwin GriswoldSam Waterston
Jane GinsburgCailee Spaeny
JIm BozarthJack Reynor
Professor BrownStephen Root
DirectorMimi Leder
WriterDaniel Stiepleman

Broadcasts

  • Mon 30 Aug 202122:30
    BBC Two
  • Tue 12 Apr 202223:15
    BBC Two except Northern Ireland & Northern Ireland HD
  • Thu 9 Feb 202321:00
    BBC Four
  • Mon 31 Jul 202323:15
    BBC Two
  • Sat 9 Mar 202400:00
    BBC Two
  • Tue 17 Sep 202423:10
    BBC Two except Northern Ireland & Northern Ireland HD