About the Movie
Jewel stars as legendary country artist June Carter Cash in the Lifetime Original Movie based on John Carter Cash’s narrative of his mother’s life. A heartfelt telling of the famous singer’s life, from her early beginnings in the rural mountains of Virginia to her turbulent, yet enduring, marriage to Johnny Cash (Matt Ross). Recounts June’s meteoric rise to fame with The Carter Family, before breaking out on her own to perform, when she would become a legend in her own right. Taking a personal look at June’s first two marriages, life with her daughters and touching relationship with her son, the movie showcases her infamous courtship with Cash and June’s heroic role in saving his life during his battles with substance abuse, as well as how her unwavering faith in God, confidence and talent has taught lessons to generations. Frances Conroy and John Doe co-star. Also features Grammy® winning country outfit The Peasall Sisters as The Carter Sisters. (2013)