Jesse Owens(2012)
Jesse Owens Synopsis
Jesse Owens details Jesse's early career; describes Adolf Hitler s outsized ambitions for the 1936 Olympics; explores the movement in Western democracies to boycott the event; and explains the pressures on Owens to attend. The film also explores why, despite his success in Germany, Owens struggled to find a place for himself in a United States that was still wrestling with its own deeply entrenched racism.
Jesse Owens (2012) is a documentary and history film directed by Laurens Grant, released on January 2, 2012 with a runtime of 53m. It stars Andre Braugher, Jesse Owens and Adolf Hitler. Viewers rate it 8.0 out of 10 across 1 ratings.
- Director:
- Laurens Grant
- Writers:
- Stanley Nelson
- Producers:
- Stanley Nelson, Laurens Grant
- Production:
- GBH
- Status:
- Released
Jesse Owens Cast & Crew
Main cast
Andre Braugher
as Narrator (voice)
Jesse Owens
as Self (archive footage)
Adolf Hitler
as Self (archive footage)
Key crew
Directed by Laurens Grant, written by Stanley Nelson, produced by Stanley Nelson and Laurens Grant.
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Jesse Owens Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 8.0/10 from 1 ratings.
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Jesse Owens – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Jesse Owens online?
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Jesse Owens (2012) is currently available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.
Who stars in Jesse Owens?
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The main cast of Jesse Owens (2012) includes Andre Braugher, Jesse Owens and Adolf Hitler. The film was directed by Laurens Grant. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Jesse Owens released?
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Jesse Owens was released on January 2, 2012 and runs for 53m.
Is Jesse Owens worth watching?
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Jesse Owens (2012) holds an average rating of 8.0 out of 10 from 1 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary and history films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.