The Vernon Johns Story

Name: The Vernon Johns Story
Director: Kenneth Fink
Genre: TV Movie, Drama
Released: 1994-01-15
Duration: 100 min
Cast: James Earl Jones, Mary Alice, Joe Seneca, Nicolle Rochelle, Tommy Hollis

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1994 · 100 min · TV Movie · Drama · TMDB 8.5/10

Overview

In 1948, Johns served as the outspoken spiritual leader of the Dexter Avenue Baptist Church in Montgomery, Alabama. Incensed at the racial injustice that pervaded the South, he was determined to fight for equality for all African Americans.

Directed by Kenneth Fink

Cast

James Earl Jones — Vernon Johns
Mary Alice — Altona
Joe Seneca — Deacon Wilkes
Nicolle Rochelle — Baby Dee
Tommy Hollis — Coach Hill