The Jesse Owens Story
"Based on the inspiring true story"
Originally released in 1984. The Jesse Owens Story is a drama/history film. directed by Richard Irving. With a runtime of 2h 54m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Dorian Harewood, Dan Ammerman, and Tom Bosley
Synopsis
The Jesse Owens Story is a biographical film about the black athlete Jesse Owens. Dorian Harewood plays the Olympic gold-winning athlete. The drama won a 1985 Primetime Emmy Award and was nominated for two more.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 9, 1984
41 years ago
Runtime
2h 54m
174 minutes total
User Rating
7.9/10
Great (5 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Dorian Harewood
as Jesse Owens
Dan Ammerman
as Coach Robertson
Tom Bosley
as Jimmy Hoffa
Georg Stanford Brown
as Lew Gilbert
LeVar Burton
as Professor Preston
Ronny Cox
as Coach Larry Snyder
Norman Fell
as Marty Forkins
George Kennedy
as Charles 'Charley' Riley
Vic Tayback
as Abe Saperstein
Barry Corbin
as Judge
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Harve Bennett Productions
- Paramount Television
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Jesse Owens Story about?
The Jesse Owens Story is a biographical film about the black athlete Jesse Owens. Dorian Harewood plays the Olympic gold-winning athlete. The drama won a 1985 Primetime Emmy Award and was nominated...
Who directed The Jesse Owens Story?
The Jesse Owens Story was directed by Richard Irving.
How long is The Jesse Owens Story?
The Jesse Owens Story has a runtime of 2 hours and 54 minutes (174 minutes total).
When was The Jesse Owens Story released?
The Jesse Owens Story was released on July 9, 1984 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Jesse Owens Story?
The main cast of The Jesse Owens Story includes Dorian Harewood, Dan Ammerman, Tom Bosley, Georg Stanford Brown, LeVar Burton.