Jackie Robinson

Miniseries

TV-PG
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Documentary chronicles the personal and professional life of Jackie Robinson from his birth in 1919 to his death in 1972. Robinson's rise from humble beginnings to became an American hero and pivotal figure in American history are detailed.

2 Episodes

  • Part One
    E1
    Part OneRobinson rises from humble origins to integrate Major League Baseball, performing brilliantly despite the threats and abuse he faces on and off the field and, in the process, challenges the prejudiced notions of what a black man can achieve.
  • Part Two
    E2
    Part TwoRobinson uses his fame to speak out against injustice, alienating many who had once lauded him for “turning the other cheek.” After baseball, he seeks ways to fight inequality, but as he faces a crippling illness, he struggles to remain relevant.

Cast of Miniseries

  • Rachel RobinsonSelf
  • Barack ObamaSelf
  • Michelle ObamaSelf
  • Willie MaysSelf
  • Harry BelafonteSelf
  • Red BarberSelf
  • David RobinsonSelf
  • Sharon RobinsonSelf
  • Carl FurilloSelf
  • Ralph BrancaSelf
  • Don NewcombeSelf
  • Vin ScullySelf
  • Gerald EarlySelf
  • Jonathan EigSelf
  • Carly SimonSelf
  • Myron UhlbergSelf
  • Tom BrokawSelf
  • Minnie MinosoSelf
  • Howard BryantSelf
  • Alton WaldonSelf
  • Carl ErskineSelf
  • Roger KahnSelf
  • George WillSelf
  • William BranchSelf
  • William AndersonSelf
  • Yohuru WilliamsSelf
  • Marty EdelmanSelf
  • Jamie FoxxJackie Robinson (voice)
  • Keith DavidNarrator (voice)

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