A film by Kathleen Dowdey, John Lewis - Get in the Way is the first biographical documentary about John Lewis, an inspiring portrait of one man cast into extraordinary times and his unhesitating dedication to seeking justice for the marginalized and ignored. The film spans more than half a century, tracing Lewis’ journey of courage, confrontations, and hard-won triumphs.

John Lewis – Get in the Way premiered on PBS nationwide in 2017. Join us as we revisit this film about the legendary leader who continues to inspire, along with exclusive archival footage of John Lewis speaking about his experience protesting for voting rights in Selma and his view of the philosophy of nonviolence.

“Do not get lost in a sea of despair. Be hopeful, be optimistic. Our struggle is not the struggle of a day, a week, a month, or a year, it is the struggle of a lifetime. Never, ever be afraid to make some noise and get in good trouble, necessary trouble.” – John Lewis