Judge Horton and the Scottsboro Boys
"The compelling drama of nine black youths, one white man, and a struggle to save American justice."
Originally released in 1976. Judge Horton and the Scottsboro Boys is a drama/history film. directed by Fielder Cook.
Starring Arthur Hill, Lewis J. Stadlen, and Ken Kercheval
Synopsis
In 1930s Alabama, nine young black men are accused of raping two white women. The judge in the case, unlike the rest of the town, comes to believe that the boys are innocent and, against all advice from his friends and family, sets them free, which turns the entire community against him.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 22, 1976
49 years ago
Runtime
1h 40m
100 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (1 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Arthur Hill
as Judge James Edwin Horton
Lewis J. Stadlen
as Sam Liebowitz
Ken Kercheval
as Dist. Atty. Tom Knight
Vera Miles
as Mrs. Horton
Ellen Barber
as Victoria Price
Susan Lederer
as Ruby Bates
David Harris
as Haywood Patterson
Robert Fields
as Joe Brodsky
Rony Clanton
as Andy Wright
Tom Ligon
as Lester Carter
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Tomorrow Entertainment
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Judge Horton and the Scottsboro Boys about?
In 1930s Alabama, nine young black men are accused of raping two white women. The judge in the case, unlike the rest of the town, comes to believe that the boys are innocent and, against all advice...
Who directed Judge Horton and the Scottsboro Boys?
Judge Horton and the Scottsboro Boys was directed by Fielder Cook.
How long is Judge Horton and the Scottsboro Boys?
Judge Horton and the Scottsboro Boys has a runtime of 1 hours and 40 minutes (100 minutes total).
When was Judge Horton and the Scottsboro Boys released?
Judge Horton and the Scottsboro Boys was released on April 22, 1976 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Judge Horton and the Scottsboro Boys?
The main cast of Judge Horton and the Scottsboro Boys includes Arthur Hill, Lewis J. Stadlen, Ken Kercheval, Vera Miles, Ellen Barber.