The Vernon Johns Story
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.
Top Billed Cast
James Earl Jones
Vernon Johns
Mary Alice
Altona
Joe Seneca
Deacon Wilkes
Nicolle Rochelle
Baby Dee
Tommy Hollis
Coach Hill
Featured Crew
Kevin Arkadie
Story
Mitchell Galin
Producer
Kenneth Fink
Director
Kevin Arkadie
Teleplay
Leslie Lee
Story
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar
Producer