Plot — What is A Soldier's Story about?
In a rural town in Louisiana, a black Master Sergeant is found shot to death just outside the local Army Base. Military lawyer, Captain Davenport—also a black man—is sent from Washington to conduct an investigation. Facing an uncooperative chain of command and fearful black troops, Davenport must battle with deceit and prejudice in order to find out exactly who really did kill the Master Sergeant.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 1984 |
| Genre | Mystery, Crime, Drama |
| Language | English |
| Runtime | 101 min |
| Audience Score | 68% (6.8/10, 210 votes) |
A Soldier's Story — FAQ
Is A Soldier's Story worth watching? A Soldier's Story holds a 6.8/10 rating from 210 viewers. In a rural town in Louisiana, a black Master Sergeant is found shot to death just outside the local Army Base. Military lawyer, Captain Davenport—also a black man—is sent from Washington to conduct an investigation. Faci
Who directed A Soldier's Story? Directed by Norman Jewison.
Who is in the cast of A Soldier's Story? It stars Howard Rollins, Adolph Caesar, Art Evans, Robert Townsend, Denzel Washington, David Alan Grier and more.
Where can I stream A Soldier's Story? You can stream A Soldier's Story on Sony Pictures Core Amazon Channel. Availability may vary by region.
When did A Soldier's Story release? It released in 1984.
