The Jacksons: An American Dream

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.

• Joyce EliasonScreenplay

• 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