
Jack Jefferson (James Earl Jones) as a boxer, dealing with the racism and hatred of early-20th century white America. He is not only the first black heavyweight contender; he is also in love with a white woman. Jefferson must not only deal with the hatred of whites, he must also deal with the ostracism of some members of the black community who feel he has sold out.
James Earl JonesJack Jefferson
Manuel Padilla Jr.Paco
R.G. ArmstrongCap'n Dan
Hal HolbrookAl Cameron
Jane AlexanderEleanor BackmanInspired by the story of the black boxer Jack Johnson, who was heavyweight champion from 1908 to 1915.
Continuity: In the first scene in which we see Jefferson practicing, the sweat on his shirt changes from shot to shot in a way that wouldn't be predicted by evaporation.
Written and Performed by Jesse Fuller
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