John Henry

May. 27,2000      G
Rating:
6.8
Trailer Synopsis Cast

The story of the legendary steel-driving folk hero born with a hammer in his hands, who pitted his strength against a mighty railroad-building machine.

Alfre Woodard as  Polly / Narrator (voice)

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