The Big Johnson (2025)

"The wild life and mysterious death of drag nightlife legend Dean Johnson"

Dean Johnson, drag queen, rock star, LGBTQI activist, junkie, genius, escort then John Doe. How does someone so famous in New York die as an unknown in DC? This documentary explores the incredible highs and the crushing lows of Dean Johnson’s life and untimely death. Was it murder? Was it an accident? We may never know, but what is certain is that Dean and “the Big Johnson” changed New York City and all who knew him forever.

Lola Rock'N'Rolla 95 min United States of America

DirectorLola Rock'N'Rolla

CastBeth Johnson, Heather Litteer, Kevin Aviance, Lady Bunny, Mario Diaz, Taylor Mac

CountryUnited States of America

Duration95 min