John Brown's Raid
Synopsis
White abolitionist John Brown and twenty of his men attempt to start an armed slave revolt in 1859 by seizing a U.S. arsenal at Harpers Ferry, Virginia. Based on true events.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Sidney Lumet
- Screenplay & Story
- Robert J. Crean
- Original Title
- John Brown's Raid
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Sidney Lumet
Robert J. Crean
Department Leadership Roster
Sidney Lumet
Director
Robert J. Crean
Writer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for John Brown's Raid.
Featured In Curated Collections
Editorial lists, community rankings, and cinematic collections featuring John Brown's Raid.
Sidney Lumet Portfolio - Movies
Curated master portfolio of movies directed by Sidney Lumet Portfolio - Movies. Updated frequently. Last updated August 30, 2026.
More Like John Brown's Raid
Recommended titles matching themes, cast, and genres.
Frequently Asked Questions About John Brown's Raid
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is John Brown's Raid about?
White abolitionist John Brown and twenty of his men attempt to start an armed slave revolt in 1859 by seizing a U.S. arsenal at Harpers Ferry, Virginia. Based on true events.
Who directed John Brown's Raid?
John Brown's Raid was directed by Sidney Lumet.
Who stars in John Brown's Raid?
The principal cast of John Brown's Raid includes Roberts Blossom, James Broderick, Thomas A. Carlin, Ossie Davis, Robert Duvall.
When was John Brown's Raid released and how long is it?
John Brown's Raid was released in 1960 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.