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The Journey of the African-American Athlete

The Journey of the African-American Athlete

A fight for glory. A legacy of achievement.

Documentary feature exploring the rise of African-Americans to positions of greatness in American sports. Stories are told of boxers, tennis players, runners, and basketball players, athletes who either suffered the indignities of racism, helped break down its walls, or enjoyed the opportunities afforded by past struggles.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Journey of the African-American Athlete
  • Genres: Documentary, History, TV Movie
  • Release Date: 1996-02-12
  • Runtime: 119 minutes
  • Rating: 10/10 (1 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: HBO
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.1154
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Hank Aaron

Hank Aaron

as Self

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar

as Self

Muhammad Ali

Muhammad Ali

as Self (archive footage)

Arthur Ashe

Arthur Ashe

as Self (archive footage)

Jim Brown

Jim Brown

as Self

Bud Collins

Bud Collins

as Self

Jim Dent

Jim Dent

as Self (archive footage)

Gerald Early

Gerald Early

as Self - Writer / Historian

Lee Elder

Lee Elder

as Self

Julius Erving

Julius Erving

as Self (archive footage)

External Links

Keywords

sports documentarybasketball playerafrican american historyafrican american studiesafrican americanathlete

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Journey of the African-American Athlete?

The Journey of the African-American Athlete is a Documentary, History, TV Movie movie directed by . It was released on 1996-02-12.

Who are the main actors in The Journey of the African-American Athlete?

The main cast includes Hank Aaron, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Muhammad Ali, Arthur Ashe, Jim Brown, .

Where can I watch The Journey of the African-American Athlete online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Journey of the African-American Athlete is available.

Is The Journey of the African-American Athlete based on a true story?

A fight for glory. A legacy of achievement.

What is the IMDb rating of The Journey of the African-American Athlete?

The Journey of the African-American Athlete has an IMDb rating of 10/10 based on 1 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Journey of the African-American Athlete?

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

Who composed the soundtrack for The Journey of the African-American Athlete?

The soundtrack was composed by HBO. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Journey of the African-American Athlete filmed?

The Journey of the African-American Athlete was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Journey of the African-American Athlete?

The total runtime of The Journey of the African-American Athlete is 119 minutes.

Is The Journey of the African-American Athlete suitable for kids?

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

Will there be a sequel to The Journey of the African-American Athlete?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Journey of the African-American Athlete.

Does The Journey of the African-American Athlete have a post-credit scene?

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