Marjoe 1972
“You Keep the Faith...Marjoe Keeps the Money”
What is Marjoe?
Marjoe is a film first released in 1972. Catalogued under Documentary.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1972
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 88 minutes
- Release date
- Jul 24, 1972
- Studios
- Mauser Productions, Cinema X
- Genres
- Documentary
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Overview
Marjoe is a film first released in 1972. Catalogued under Documentary. Produced and broadcast by Mauser Productions, Cinema X. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A former child preacher lifts the curtain on revivalist showmanship.”
- Directed by Howard Smith and Sarah Kernochan
- Features rare archival footage of Marjoe’s early preaching
- Provides insight into pre‑televangelism era
- Focuses heavily on a specific religious subculture
- Some archival style may feel dated
Watch it if you’re curious about the history of American revivalism and documentary exposés.
The film presents candid commentary on religious showmanship and is rated PG, suitable for mature viewers.
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What is the film Marjoe about?
It follows former child evangelist Marjoe Gortner on the tent‑revival circuit, exposing evangelism’s showmanship.
Who directed and produced Marjoe?
Howard Smith and Sarah Kernochan directed and produced the documentary.
When was Marjoe released?
It premiered in the United States on July 24, 1972.
How long is the film?
The runtime is approximately 1 hour and 28 minutes.
What rating does Marjoe have?
It received a PG rating.