IMDb20191h 31m

Jumpin' Johnny

Topics:#sports #drug addiction #civil rights #basketball #detroit, michigan #sports documentary #national basketball association (nba)#documentary filmmaking #heroin addiction #basketball team #harlem globtrotters #globetrotters

Synopsis

Documentary on the life of Harlem Globetrotters legend, Jumpin' Johnny Kline, who barnstormed in the tumultuous Civil Rights era of the 1950s. From a highly-famed Globetrotter stand out, Kline found himself struggling with substance misuse.

Top Cast

Explore Star Directory →

John Kline

Himself

Ernest Wagner Jr.

Himself

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

January 24, 2019

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director: Cameron McCasland
Screenplay & Story: Cameron McCasland
Original Title: Jumpin' Johnny
Spoken Languages: English
Runtime: 1h 31m
Production Studios: Corner Store Films

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Cameron McCasland

Screenplay & Story

Cameron McCasland

Director of Photography

Josh Ickes

Producers

Erin Dineen, Cameron McCasland

Department Leadership Roster

Cameron McCasland

Director

Cameron McCasland

Writer

Erin Dineen

Producer

Josh Ickes

Director of Photography

Cameron McCasland

Producer

Production Stills & Gallery

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Jumpin' Johnny.

Similar Titles to Jumpin' Johnny

Movies sharing stylistic DNA, tone, and thematic storytelling

9.0
9.5
4.1
7.8
7.0
4.2
8.0
Tao - Fighting for Football in China
6.6
6.7

More Like Jumpin' Johnny

Recommended titles matching themes, cast, and genres.

7.4

7.4

7.0

7.3

7.4

6.4

7.2

6.6

6.6

7.1

7.8

7.5

Frequently Asked Questions About Jumpin' Johnny

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Jumpin' Johnny about?

Documentary on the life of Harlem Globetrotters legend, Jumpin' Johnny Kline, who barnstormed in the tumultuous Civil Rights era of the 1950s. From a highly-famed Globetrotter stand out, Kline found himself struggling with substance misuse.

Who directed Jumpin' Johnny?

Jumpin' Johnny was directed by Cameron McCasland.

Who stars in Jumpin' Johnny?

The principal cast of Jumpin' Johnny includes John Kline, Ernest Wagner Jr..

When was Jumpin' Johnny released and how long is it?

Jumpin' Johnny was released in 2019 with a total runtime of 1h 31m.