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The Jacksons: An American Dream

The Jacksons: An American Dream

1992 · Series · 1 season · ★ 6.9

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Plot, cast and details

The Jacksons are your average working-class family in Gary, Indiana; but when their father Joseph discovers the kids have an extraordinary musical talent, they form a band. Winning talent show after talent show, they soon hit it big when Motown comes calling. From there, they become the now famous Jackson 5. But along the way, their success brings trouble and turmoil.

Rated 16Drama
  • Angela BassettKatherine Jackson
  • Lawrence Hilton-JacobsJoseph Jackson
  • Billy Dee WilliamsBerry Gordy
  • Jason WeaverMichael Jackson (ages 9-14)
  • Bumper RobinsonJackie Jackson (ages 13-17)
  • Terrence HowardJackie Jackson (adult)
  • Vanessa WilliamsSuzanne de Passe
  • Holly Robinson PeeteDiana Ross