The Jacksons: An American Dream

The story

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.

Cast & crew

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

Ebonie SmithLa Toya Jackson (adult)

Margaret AveryMartha Scruse

Monica CalhounRebbie Jackson

Monica AllisonHazel Gordy