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.

Cast & Crew

Director

Kenneth Fink

James Earl Jones

Vernon Johns

Mary Alice

Altona

Joe Seneca

Deacon Wilkes

Nicolle Rochelle

Baby Dee

Tommy Hollis

Coach Hill

Ashanti Nailah Blaize

Enid