What is the duration of Deacons for Defense?

The duration of Deacons for Defense is 95 mins.

What is the original language of Deacons for Defense?

The original language of Deacons for Defense is English.

Who directed Deacons for Defense?

Deacons for Defense was directed by .

Which studio made Deacons for Defense?

Deacons for Defense was produced by RHI Entertainment.

Deacons for Defense 2003

Q: Does Deacons for Defense have end credit scenes?

Deacons for Defense does not have end credit scenes.

Drama

Runtime

95 mins

Language

English

Based on true events, the 1965 drama follows African‑American residents of Bogalusa, Louisiana, who, despite the Civil Rights Act, endure segregation and KKK intimidation. Black war veterans form the Deacons for Defense, an all‑Black patrol that protects their neighborhood from violent white backlash.

RHI Entertainment

Studio

Does Deacons for Defense have end credit scenes?

No!

Deacons for Defense does not have end credit scenes. You can leave when the credits roll.

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Forest Whitaker

Marcus Clay

Bill Duke

Ossie Davis

Reverend 'Rev' Gregory

Mpho Koaho

Bailey

Daniel Kash

Slocum

Paul Benjamin

Otis

Paulino Nunes

Lawson

Jonathan Silverman

Michael Deane

Tyrone Benskin

Archie

Boyd Banks

Weber

Beau Starr

Neely

Adam Weiner

Charles Hillibrand

Chris Britton

William Chase

Gene Mack

T.J.

Serena Lee

Lucille Clay

Melanie Nicholls-King

Rose Clay

Aaron Walpole

Jimmy

Khafre Armatrading

Brooks Clay

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Cars Featured in Deacons for Defense

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Brockway

Buick

1962

LeSabre

Buick

1941

Roadmaster

Cadillac

1957

Fleetwood 60 Special

Cadillac

1965

Funeral Coach

Chevrolet

1954

3100

Chevrolet

1963

Impala

Chrysler

1966

Newport Town & Country

Flxible

1956

VL-100 VistaLiner

Ford

1954

Crestline

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Deacons for Defense Other Names and Titles

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