The Vernon Johns Story (1994)

9.0/10 • 100 min • TV Movie Drama

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.

Cast

James Earl Jones

Vernon Johns

Mary Alice

Altona

Joe Seneca

Deacon Wilkes

Tommy Hollis

Coach Hill

Clifton James

Judge Blake

Cissy Houston

Rose

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