Paul Robeson (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film
Released in 1979, Paul Robeson is a drama film directed by Lloyd Richards, running about 118 minutes.
What it’s about. Major events in the life of Robeson are recounted in this solo performance.
Who’s in it. Paul Robeson stars James Earl Jones as Paul Robeson and Burt Wallace as Lawrence Brown.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Paul Robeson page.
If you liked it. Fans of Paul Robeson tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Paul Robeson (1979)?
- In US, Paul Robeson is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Who stars in Paul Robeson?
- Paul Robeson stars James Earl Jones and Burt Wallace.
- When was Paul Robeson released?
- Paul Robeson was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 118 minutes.