Mister Johnson
"Africa 1923: A clash of cultures between British imperalists and a black man too smart for his own good."
Originally released in 1991. Mister Johnson is a drama film. directed by Bruce Beresford.
Starring Maynard Eziashi, Pierce Brosnan, and Edward Woodward
Synopsis
In 1923 British Colonial Nigeria, Mister Johnson is an oddity -- an educated black man who doesn't really fit in with the natives or the British. He works for the local British magistrate, and considers himself English, though he has never been to England. He is always scheming, trying to get ahead, which lands him in a lot of hot water.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 22, 1991
34 years ago
Runtime
1h 41m
101 minutes total
User Rating
6.1/10
Good (35 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mister Johnson about?
In 1923 British Colonial Nigeria, Mister Johnson is an oddity -- an educated black man who doesn't really fit in with the natives or the British. He works for the local British magistrate, and cons...
Who directed Mister Johnson?
Mister Johnson was directed by Bruce Beresford.
How long is Mister Johnson?
Mister Johnson has a runtime of 1 hours and 41 minutes (101 minutes total).
When was Mister Johnson released?
Mister Johnson was released on March 22, 1991 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Mister Johnson?
The main cast of Mister Johnson includes Maynard Eziashi, Pierce Brosnan, Edward Woodward, Beatie Edney, Denis Quilley.