Follow the Drinking Gourd
Synopsis
Based on the traditional American folksong, this compelling tale recounts the daring adventures of one family's escape from slavery via the Underground Railroad. This touching story captures all the drama of a perilous flight to freedom. Narrated by Morgan Freeman.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
September 1, 1990
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John McCally
- Screenplay & Story
- Bernardine Connelly
- Original Score
- Taj Mahal
- Original Title
- Follow the Drinking Gourd
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 26m
- Production Studios
- Rabbit Ears Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John McCally
Bernardine Connelly
Taj Mahal
Ken Hoin, Mike Pogue, Mark Sottnick
Department Leadership Roster
Ken Hoin
Producer
Bernardine Connelly
Writer
John McCally
Director
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What is Follow the Drinking Gourd about?
Based on the traditional American folksong, this compelling tale recounts the daring adventures of one family's escape from slavery via the Underground Railroad. This touching story captures all the drama of a perilous flight to freedom. Narrated by Morgan Freeman.
Who directed Follow the Drinking Gourd?
Follow the Drinking Gourd was directed by John McCally.
Who stars in Follow the Drinking Gourd?
The principal cast of Follow the Drinking Gourd includes Morgan Freeman.
When was Follow the Drinking Gourd released and how long is it?
Follow the Drinking Gourd was released in 1990 with a total runtime of 26m.
Who composed the musical score for Follow the Drinking Gourd?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Follow the Drinking Gourd was composed by Taj Mahal.