Constructed from a wealth of archival footage, the documentary follows Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. from 1955 to 1968, in his rise from regional activist to world-renowned leader of the Civil Rights movement. Rare footage of King's speeches, protests, and arrests are interspersed with scenes of other high-profile supporters and opponents of the cause, punctuated by heartfelt testimonials by some of Hollywood's biggest stars.
Paul Newman | |
Coretta Scott King | Herself |
Joanne Woodward | |
Ralph Abernathy | Himself |
A.D. King | Self (archive footage) |
Ruby Dee | |
Dexter King | Self (archive footage) |
James Earl Jones | |
Yolanda King | Self (archive footage) |
Clarence Williams III | |
Martin Luther King III | Self (archive footage) |
Burt Lancaster |