The Boy King
Synopsis
Focuses on young Martin Luther King Jr.'s early encounters with prejudice and how the love and courage of his family moved him to speak out against segregation and become a leader in the civil rights movement.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1986
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Billy J. Parrott
- Screenplay & Story
- Rand Hopkins
- Original Title
- The Boy King
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 31m
- Production Studios
- Cox Communications
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Billy J. Parrott
Rand Hopkins
Department Leadership Roster
Rand Hopkins
Writer
Billy J. Parrott
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Boy King.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Boy King
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Boy King about?
Focuses on young Martin Luther King Jr.'s early encounters with prejudice and how the love and courage of his family moved him to speak out against segregation and become a leader in the civil rights movement.
Who directed The Boy King?
The Boy King was directed by Billy J. Parrott.
Who stars in The Boy King?
The principal cast of The Boy King includes Howard Rollins, Walter Franks, Denise Burse, Candice Afia, Bree Shannon.
When was The Boy King released and how long is it?
The Boy King was released in 1986 with a total runtime of 31m.