Booker
Synopsis
Booker tells the true story of Booker T. Washington, who, as a young slave, dreams of learning to read and write. After the Civil War frees him, Booker is forced to work long hours in a salt furnace to help his family survive. But with hard work and persistence, Booker finds a way to learn and gain the freedom that comes with education.
Top Cast
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Shavar Ross
Booker T. Washington
CCH Pounder
Jane
Thalmus Rasulala
Stepfather
James Bond III
John
Shelley Duvall
Laura
Judge Reinhold
Newt
Doreen Lang
Eliza Burroughs
Tony Haney
Monroe
Julius Harris
Lee
Marilyn Coleman
Sophia
LeVar Burton
Davis
Mel Stewart
Reverend Rice
Marian Mercer
Mrs. Ruffner
Don De Fina
Barber
Jim Haynie
Wheeler
Henry Travers
Honest White Man
Tom Dahlgren
General Ruffner
Denny Delk
Yankee Soldier
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 1, 1984
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Stan Lathan
- Screenplay & Story
- Charles Eric Johnson, John Allman
- Original Score
- Webster Lewis
- Original Title
- Booker
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 56m
- Production Studios
- Rekab Sudskany L.C.
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Stan Lathan
Charles Eric Johnson, John Allman, Avon Kirkland
Webster Lewis
John Else
Stephen Stept
Avon Kirkland, Whitney Green
Department Leadership Roster
Stan Lathan
Director
Whitney Green
Producer
Stephen Stept
Editor
Webster Lewis
Original Music Composer
Charles Eric Johnson
Screenplay
John Allman
Screenplay
Marianna Åström-De Fina
Costume Design
John Else
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Booker.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Booker
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Booker about?
Booker tells the true story of Booker T. Washington, who, as a young slave, dreams of learning to read and write. After the Civil War frees him, Booker is forced to work long hours in a salt furnace to help his family survive. But with hard work and persistence, Booker finds a way to learn and gain the freedom that comes with education.
Who directed Booker?
Booker was directed by Stan Lathan.
Who stars in Booker?
The principal cast of Booker includes Shavar Ross, CCH Pounder, Thalmus Rasulala, James Bond III, Shelley Duvall.
When was Booker released and how long is it?
Booker was released in 1984 with a total runtime of 56m.
Who composed the musical score for Booker?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Booker was composed by Webster Lewis.