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Nightjohn

Nightjohn

Words Are Freedom

John is a man of many talents, including one forbidden skill: he can read. When he teaches a young slave girl named Sarny to read and write, she learns an unforgettable lesson about the power of words and the true meaning of freedom.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Nightjohn
  • Genres: Drama, TV Movie
  • Release Date: 1996-06-01
  • Runtime: 92 minutes
  • Rating: 5.6/10 (7 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Hallmark Entertainment, Sarabande Productions, Signboard Films Production Inc.
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.3069
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Beau Bridges

Beau Bridges

as Clel Waller

Carl Lumbly

Carl Lumbly

as Nightjohn

Bill Cobbs

Bill Cobbs

as Old man

Gabriel Casseus

Gabriel Casseus

as Outlaw

Deborah Duke

Deborah Duke

as Lethe

Kathleen York

Kathleen York

as Callie Waller

Tom Nowicki

Tom Nowicki

as Dr. Chamberlain

Monica Ford

Monica Ford

as Egypt

Shannon Eubanks

Shannon Eubanks

as Fanny Bowen

Gerald Brown

Gerald Brown

as Joseph

Gallery

Movie scene

External Links

Keywords

plantationslavereadingteachingliteracy

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Nightjohn?

Nightjohn is a Drama, TV Movie movie directed by . It was released on 1996-06-01.

Who are the main actors in Nightjohn?

The main cast includes Beau Bridges, Carl Lumbly, Bill Cobbs, Gabriel Casseus, Deborah Duke, .

Where can I watch Nightjohn online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Nightjohn is available.

Is Nightjohn based on a true story?

Words Are Freedom

What is the IMDb rating of Nightjohn?

Nightjohn has an IMDb rating of 5.6/10 based on 7 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Nightjohn?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Nightjohn?

The soundtrack was composed by Hallmark Entertainment, Sarabande Productions, Signboard Films Production Inc.. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Nightjohn filmed?

Nightjohn was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Nightjohn?

The total runtime of Nightjohn is 92 minutes.

Is Nightjohn suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Nightjohn?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Nightjohn.

Does Nightjohn have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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