The Vernon Johns Story (1994)
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.
Director: Kenneth Fink
Genre: TV Movie, Drama
Runtime: 100 min
Release Date: January 15, 1994
Cast
- James Earl Jones - Vernon Johns
- Mary Alice - Altona
- Joe Seneca - Deacon Wilkes
- Nicolle Rochelle - Baby Dee
- Tommy Hollis - Coach Hill
- Ashanti Nailah Blaize - Enid
- Clifton James - Judge Blake
- Shelby Ware - Janet Whitcomb
- Cissy Houston - Rose
- Timothy Kirkpatrick - Dr. Brewster
Screenplay
- Kevin Arkadie (Teleplay)
- Kevin Arkadie (Story)
- Leslie Lee (Story)
Production: Tribune Entertainment, Laurel Entertainment Inc.
Country: United States of America
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Kenneth Fink
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Vernon Johns Story about?
- 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.
- Who directed The Vernon Johns Story?
- The Vernon Johns Story was directed by Kenneth Fink.
- Who stars in The Vernon Johns Story?
- The Vernon Johns Story stars James Earl Jones, Mary Alice, Joe Seneca, Nicolle Rochelle, Tommy Hollis, Ashanti Nailah Blaize.
- How long is The Vernon Johns Story?
- The Vernon Johns Story has a runtime of 1h 40m (100 minutes).
- What genre is The Vernon Johns Story?
- The Vernon Johns Story is a TV Movie, Drama film.
- Where was The Vernon Johns Story produced?
- The Vernon Johns Story was produced in United States of America.