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Emperor Jones

Emperor Jones

GIN...GALS...DICE AND MURDER MADE HIM A FUGITIVE IN THE NIGHT! BUT MORNING FOUND HIM A KING!

Unscrupulously ambitious, Brutus Jones escapes from jail after killing a guard and, through bluff and bravado, finds himself the emperor of a Caribbean island.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Emperor Jones
  • Genres: Drama, Music
  • Release Date: 1933-09-29
  • Runtime: 73 minutes
  • Rating: 5.6/10 (24 votes)
  • Budget: $263,000
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: John Krimsky and Gifford Cochran Inc.
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.3303
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Paul Robeson

Paul Robeson

as Brutus Jones

Dudley Digges

Dudley Digges

as Smithers

Frank H. Wilson

Frank H. Wilson

as Jeff

Fredi Washington

Fredi Washington

as Undine

Ruby Elzy

Ruby Elzy

as Dolly

George Haymid Stamper

George Haymid Stamper

as Lem

Billie Holiday

Billie Holiday

as Extra in Nightclub Scene

Moms Mabley

Moms Mabley

as Marcella

Rex Ingram

Rex Ingram

as Court Crier

Harold Nicholas

Harold Nicholas

as Young Tap Dancer

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

Preview Clip: The Emperor Jones (1933, Paul Robeson, Fredi Washingston, Mom Mabley, Frank Wilson)

External Links

Keywords

islandescapepre-codecaribbean sea

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Emperor Jones?

Emperor Jones is a Drama, Music movie directed by . It was released on 1933-09-29.

Who are the main actors in Emperor Jones?

The main cast includes Paul Robeson, Dudley Digges, Frank H. Wilson, Fredi Washington, Ruby Elzy, .

Where can I watch Emperor Jones online?

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

Is Emperor Jones based on a true story?

GIN...GALS...DICE AND MURDER MADE HIM A FUGITIVE IN THE NIGHT! BUT MORNING FOUND HIM A KING!

What is the IMDb rating of Emperor Jones?

Emperor Jones has an IMDb rating of 5.6/10 based on 24 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Emperor Jones?

The movie had a production budget of $263,000 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Emperor Jones?

The soundtrack was composed by John Krimsky and Gifford Cochran Inc.. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Emperor Jones filmed?

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

How long is Emperor Jones?

The total runtime of Emperor Jones is 73 minutes.

Is Emperor Jones suitable for kids?

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

Will there be a sequel to Emperor Jones?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Emperor Jones.

Does Emperor Jones have a post-credit scene?

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

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