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← Jackie Robinson

Miniseries

2 episodes · 11th April 2016

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Episodes

01 Part One still Part One Episode 111th April 2016 Robinson 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. 02 Part Two still Part Two Episode 212th April 2016 Robinson 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.
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01 Rachel Robinson profile Rachel Robinsonas Self 02 Barack Obama profile Barack Obamaas Self 03 Michelle Obama profile Michelle Obamaas Self 04 Willie Mays profile Willie Maysas Self 05 Harry Belafonte profile Harry Belafonteas Self 06 David Robinson profile David Robinsonas Self 07 Vin Scully profile Vin Scullyas Self 08 Ken Burns profile Ken BurnsDirector
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