Breathe Freedom: the John McNeil story

Breathe Freedom: the John McNeil story is a crime documentary focusing on the legal struggles of John McNeil. The film examines how McNeil's life changed after he was arrested for an act of self-defense that had taken place several months prior. Although police initially cleared him of wrongdoing, he was forced to navigate a difficult process within the American justice system.

Written, produced, and directed by William J Howard III, the film was produced by Whirligig Pictures LLC in the United States. The production features a cast of individuals appearing as themselves, including John McNeil, Janet Conner-Knox, Ben Jealous, Edward Dubose, Mark Yurachek, and Niaz Kazravi. Released on January 5, 2026, the historical account has a runtime of 120 minutes.