A Soldier's Play
Synopsis
In a segregated army camp in Louisiana in 1944, a black sergeant is shot dead after crying out "they still hate you." As the play examines the murder, the truth of it becomes more shocking and hateful than the murder itself.
Top Cast
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David Alan Grier
Sergeant Vernon C. Waters
Blair Underwood
Captain Richard Davenport
Nnamdi Asomugha
Private First Class Melvin Peterson
Jerry O'Connell
Captain Charles Taylor
Rob Demery
Corporal Bernard Cobb
Warner Miller
Corporal Ellis
McKinley Belcher III
Private Louis Henson
Billy Eugene Jones
Private James Wilkie
Jared Grimes
Private Tony Smalls
J. Alphonse Nicholson
Private C.J. Memphis
Nate Mann
Lietuenant Byrd
Lee Aaron Rosen
Captain Wilcox
Release History & Theatrical Window
February 25, 2021
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Kenny Leon
- Screenplay & Story
- Charles Fuller
- Original Title
- A Soldier's Play
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 41m
- Production Studios
- Roundabout Theatre Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Kenny Leon
Charles Fuller
Department Leadership Roster
Charles Fuller
Writer
Kenny Leon
Director
Dede Ayite
Costume Design
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Frequently Asked Questions About A Soldier's Play
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is A Soldier's Play about?
In a segregated army camp in Louisiana in 1944, a black sergeant is shot dead after crying out "they still hate you." As the play examines the murder, the truth of it becomes more shocking and hateful than the murder itself.
Who directed A Soldier's Play?
A Soldier's Play was directed by Kenny Leon.
Who stars in A Soldier's Play?
The principal cast of A Soldier's Play includes David Alan Grier, Blair Underwood, Nnamdi Asomugha, Jerry O'Connell, Rob Demery.
When was A Soldier's Play released and how long is it?
A Soldier's Play was released in 2021 with a total runtime of 1h 41m.