FILMNNightjohn1996
Movie
Nightjohn
Drama film with a runtime of 120 minutes, released in 1996. Presented in English.
Availability can vary by country and over time.
Spoiler-Free Synopsis
Read MoreCollapse
Set in the South before the Civil War, when it was illegal for African Americans to be literate, this well-wrought made-for-television drama centers on Nightjohn (Carl Lumbly), a slave who risks his life to teach a younger slave, Sarny (Allison Jones) to read and write.
Runtime Card
Movie Facts
About This Guide
This page focuses on the exact runtime, cast, release details, and synopsis for Nightjohn (1996). It is designed to answer the practical question of how long the movie is while still giving enough context to decide whether it matches what you want to watch.
Editorial Take
Nightjohn (1996) is positioned on OnlySynopsis as a practical viewing decision page built around its 2h runtime. The page leans into drama, children expectations so readers can quickly tell whether the film matches the mood they are trying to fill. Language context is also surfaced so users can judge accessibility and fit before clicking deeper into a title.
How OnlySynopsis Builds This Page
OnlySynopsis combines stored title metadata such as runtime, release information, genres, and cast or crew data into a reader-first guide. The goal is not just to list fields, but to help visitors understand whether a title fits their available time and viewing mood.
FAQ
How long is Nightjohn?
Nightjohn runs for 2h.
What language is it available in?
The primary language listed for this title is English.
What kind of film is this?
It is tagged under drama, children.
Related Collections
Same GenreMovies Under 2 Hours
drama
Explore more drama titles.
Same Genrechildren
Explore more children titles.
Same DirectorCharles Burnett
Browse more titles connected to this filmmaker.
Yes
This is an easy single-evening watch.
More Like This
DWOnlySynopsis Pick
DWB: Dating While Black
drama
2021Shares drama DNA.ICOnlySynopsis Pick
Iceland Is Best
drama, coming of age
2021Shares drama DNA.MUOnlySynopsis Pick
Mulholland Dr.
Mystery, Drama, Thriller
2099Recommended from the same discovery lane.LOOnlySynopsis Pick
Love at Teenage
Drama
2022Recommended from the same discovery lane.