The Jesse Owens Story
1984, English. Directed by Richard Irving.
Based on the inspiring true story
The Jesse Owens Story is a biographical film about the black athlete Jesse Owens. Dorian Harewood plays the Olympic gold-winning athlete. The drama won a 1985 Primetime Emmy Award and was nominated for two more.
- Runtime
- 2h 54m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- G
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- Richard IrvingDirector
- Dorian HarewoodJesse Owens
- Dan AmmermanCoach Robertson
- Tom BosleyJimmy Hoffa
- Georg Stanford BrownLew Gilbert
- LeVar BurtonProfessor Preston
- Ronny CoxCoach Larry Snyder
- Norman FellMarty Forkins
- George KennedyCharles 'Charley' Riley
- Vic TaybackAbe Saperstein
- Barry CorbinJudge
- Chris DouridasJerome
- Lynn HamiltonMamma Solomon
Details
- Released
- 9 July 1984
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Harold Gast
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The Jesse Owens Story: quick answers
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How long is The Jesse Owens Story?
The Jesse Owens Story runs 174 minutes (2h 54m).
Does The Jesse Owens Story have a post-credits scene?
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The Jesse Owens Story parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Jesse Owens Story is rated G in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is The Jesse Owens Story on?
The Jesse Owens Story isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Jesse Owens Story?
If you liked The Jesse Owens Story, try The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks, The Scarlet and the Black, All the Way.
Who directed The Jesse Owens Story?
The Jesse Owens Story (1984) was directed by Richard Irving and stars Dorian Harewood, Dan Ammerman, Tom Bosley.