The Jacksons: An American Dream
This miniseries traces a large family’s rise from modest beginnings to national fame, following the early years of a hit-making Motown group. As success grows, so do the pressures of ambition, strict discipline, and life in the public eye, testing relationships at home and on the road.
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Season 1
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Part I
How Joseph and Katherine managed to raise their children, first in Gary, Indiana, then later dealing with The Jackson 5's early fame and its consequences.
Nov 15, 1992 · 180m -
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Part II
The struggles of young Michael Jackson as he deals with his brothers marrying early, into The Jackson 5 success, his problems with acne as a teenager, his eventual solo superstardom based on the success of his albums Off the Wall and Thriller and his legendary Motown 25 performance of "Billie Jean" as well as his difficult relationship with his father.
Nov 18, 1992 · 120m
