The Gospel at Colonus (1985): Cast
The Gospel at Colonus is a 1985 film directed by Kirk Browning and Lee Breuer, starring Clarence Fountain as Oedipus, Morgan Freeman and Carl Lumbly. It runs 1 hour 27 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 27m (87 min)
- Directors
- Kirk Browning and Lee Breuer
- Original language
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English - After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is The Gospel at Colonus About?
The premise of The Gospel at Colonus without spoilers.
A vibrant African‑American musical adaptation of Sophocles’ tragedy Oedipus at Colonus, presented by the American Music Theater Festival. The original Brooklyn Academy of Music production was recorded at the Annenberg Center in Philadelphia and aired on PBS in 1985 as part of the Great Performances series, showcasing a soulful reinterpretation of the classic drama.
The Gospel at Colonus Cast & Characters
Clarence Fountain leads the cast as Oedipus, with Morgan Freeman as Messenger and Carl Lumbly as Theseus. Directed by Kirk Browning and Lee Breuer; 6 actors are credited in all.
- Co-director Kirk Browning
- Co-director Lee Breuer
- Clarence Fountain as Oedipus
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Morgan Freeman as Messenger -
Carl Lumbly as Theseus - Isabell O'Connor as Antigone
Also Starring in The Gospel at Colonus
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The Gospel at Colonus FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of The Gospel at Colonus, each answered in a sentence.
How long is The Gospel at Colonus?
The Gospel at Colonus runs 1 hour 27 minutes (87 minutes).
When was The Gospel at Colonus released?
The Gospel at Colonus was released on November 8, 1985.
Who directed The Gospel at Colonus?
The Gospel at Colonus was directed by Kirk Browning and Lee Breuer.
More films by Kirk Browning Who is in the cast of The Gospel at Colonus?
The Gospel at Colonus stars Clarence Fountain as Oedipus, Morgan Freeman as Messenger and Carl Lumbly as Theseus, among 6 credited actors.
Does The Gospel at Colonus have a post-credit scene?
No. The Gospel at Colonus has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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