Chance the Rapper bought out theaters so people can see "Marshall" for free

Chance the Rapper wants people to see "Marshall," starring Chadwick Boseman in the title role of U.S. Supreme Court Justice Thurgood Marshall so fervently that he bought out screenings at two theaters today.

"Go see Marshall for free today," he urged folks in his hometown, Chicago, in a social media post (below).

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Here's the trailer:

It's just the latest example of Chance's generosity and civic spirit.

He certainly is shining it today:

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