Emperor Jones
"GIN...GALS...DICE AND MURDER MADE HIM A FUGITIVE IN THE NIGHT! BUT MORNING FOUND HIM A KING!"
Originally released in 1933. Emperor Jones is a drama/music film. directed by Dudley Murphy. At just 73 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Paul Robeson, Dudley Digges, and Frank H. Wilson
Synopsis
Unscrupulously ambitious, Brutus Jones escapes from jail after killing a guard and, through bluff and bravado, finds himself the emperor of a Caribbean island.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 29, 1933
92 years ago
Runtime
1h 13m
73 minutes total
User Rating
5.5/10
Mixed (25 votes)
Budget
$263K
Production budget
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $263,000
Production Companies
- John Krimsky and Gifford Cochran Inc.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emperor Jones about?
Unscrupulously ambitious, Brutus Jones escapes from jail after killing a guard and, through bluff and bravado, finds himself the emperor of a Caribbean island.
Who directed Emperor Jones?
Emperor Jones was directed by Dudley Murphy.
How long is Emperor Jones?
Emperor Jones has a runtime of 1 hours and 13 minutes (73 minutes total).
When was Emperor Jones released?
Emperor Jones was released on September 29, 1933 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Emperor Jones?
The main cast of Emperor Jones includes Paul Robeson, Dudley Digges, Frank H. Wilson, Fredi Washington, Ruby Elzy.