Body and Soul
Synopsis
A convict escapes to a Southern town and passes himself off as a reverend, giving him the perfect cover to swindle the townspeople and corrupt an innocent young woman.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Type: Featurette • Published 2025-07-11
Top Cast
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Paul Robeson
Reverend Isaiah T. Jenkins / His brother Sylvester
Mercedes Gilbert
Sister Martha Jane
Julia Theresa Russell
Isabelle
Marshall Rogers
Speakeasy Proprietor
Lawrence Chenault
Yello-Curley' Hinds - the Phony Reverend's Former Jailmate
Chester A. Alexander
Deacon Simpkins - a Church Elder
Walter Henry Cornick
Brother Amos - a Church Elder
Lillian Johnson
"Sis" Ca'line
Madame Robinson
"Sis" Lucy
Release History & Theatrical Window
November 9, 1925
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Oscar Micheaux
- Screenplay & Story
- Oscar Micheaux
- Original Title
- Body and Soul
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 34m
- Production Studios
- Micheaux Picture Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Oscar Micheaux
Oscar Micheaux
Oscar Micheaux
Department Leadership Roster
Oscar Micheaux
Director
Oscar Micheaux
Screenplay
Oscar Micheaux
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Body and Soul
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What is Body and Soul about?
A convict escapes to a Southern town and passes himself off as a reverend, giving him the perfect cover to swindle the townspeople and corrupt an innocent young woman.
Who directed Body and Soul?
Body and Soul was directed by Oscar Micheaux.
Who stars in Body and Soul?
The principal cast of Body and Soul includes Paul Robeson, Mercedes Gilbert, Julia Theresa Russell, Marshall Rogers, Lawrence Chenault.
When was Body and Soul released and how long is it?
Body and Soul was released in 1925 with a total runtime of 1h 34m.