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John Henry and the Statesmen | Slate

John Henry and the Statesmen

The legend is real.

The legend of John Henry dates back to the late 19th century, and is a classic story of man versus machine. He was a steel-driver working on a railroad tunnel, and his strength and power was challenged when he was put up against a steam-powered drilling device.

Genres: Adventure, Family
Country: United States of America
Language: English

Direction and writing

Jake KasdanDirector

Tom WheelerScreenplay

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Cast

Dwayne JohnsonJohn Henry

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