How old was Gene Hackman in Mississippi Burning?

The age of a celebrity during a film’s production often sparks interest among fans. That detail can add a new layer of appreciation to their performance. We’re about to uncover that piece of the puzzle.

In the movie Mississippi Burning, Gene Hackman was at the age of:

57 years old

Our analysis shows that this was the celebrity’s true age during filming.

We calculated the age by referencing the first day of the year Mississippi Burning was launched:

January 1, 1988

And the date of birth of Gene Hackman, which is:

January 30, 1930

Because movies often premiere within a year of starting production, Gene Hackman might have been either one year younger or older while filming some scenes.