The Jericho Mile
"Behind the wall of this prison is a man traning to challenge the Olympic record.."
Originally released in 1980. The Jericho Mile is a drama/tv movie film. directed by Michael Mann.
Starring Peter Strauss, Roger E. Mosley, and Richard Lawson
Synopsis
A runner, serving a life sentence at Folsom Prison, works at becoming the world's fastest miler and wins a chance to compete for a spot on the Olympic team.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 31, 1980
45 years ago
Runtime
1h 37m
97 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Mixed (51 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Peter Strauss
as Larry "Rain" Murphy
Roger E. Mosley
as "Cotton" Crown
Richard Lawson
as R.C. Stiles
Brian Dennehy
as Dr. D
Geoffrey Lewis
as Dr. Bill Jankowski
Billy Green Bush
as Warden Earl Gulliver
Ed Lauter
as Jerry Beliot
Beverly Todd
as Wylene
William Prince
as O.A.U. Chairman
Miguel Piñero
as Rubio
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- ABC Circle Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Jericho Mile about?
A runner, serving a life sentence at Folsom Prison, works at becoming the world's fastest miler and wins a chance to compete for a spot on the Olympic team.
Who directed The Jericho Mile?
The Jericho Mile was directed by Michael Mann.
How long is The Jericho Mile?
The Jericho Mile has a runtime of 1 hours and 37 minutes (97 minutes total).
When was The Jericho Mile released?
The Jericho Mile was released on October 31, 1980 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Jericho Mile?
The main cast of The Jericho Mile includes Peter Strauss, Roger E. Mosley, Richard Lawson, Brian Dennehy, Geoffrey Lewis.