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Abe Lincoln: Freedom Fighter (1978)

★ 6.5/10 46 min History, Drama United States English
Director: Jack Hively
Teleplays: Malvin Wald, Jack Jacobs
Story by: Tom Chapman
Streaming: Not available

Description

In this alleged retelling of Lincoln's early life, the President-to-be is rescued by Henry, a Black man and freed slave who has lost his papers. Locals with a grudge against Lincoln and a hatred of African-Americans frame Henry for stealing, and it's up to Lincoln to defend the man and find the vital clue that will set him free.

Top Cast

Allen Williams
Allen Williams Abraham Lincoln
Brock Peters
Brock Peters Henry
Andrew Prine
Andrew Prine Luke
Charlie LeSueur Pete
William Kezele Boy
Walker Edmiston
Walker Edmiston Mark Twain (uncredited)
Charles Bloom
Beverly Rowland
Beverly Rowland

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