The Jacksons: An American Dream
Seen it?1992 | 1 seasons | Drama
Weeknight Watchearly ratingWhy it’s a Weeknight Watch
It's still drawing plenty of interest, but a small audience and middling reviews (45% on Rotten Tomatoes) held it back. Fine if it's on; don't plan your night around it.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for anyone who loves a strong character drama.
- The mood
- Thoughtful and character-driven.
- The pace
- One season: easy to finish in a weekend or two.
- What might put you off
- Nothing much for most grown-ups.
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.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsBelow par
45% on Rotten Tomatoes
- AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
- AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
- Reach & staying powerWeak
Limited series that reached a small audience so far
- Buzz & cultural impactStrong
About 359K people sought it out in the past year
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Cast & crew
Created by Joyce Eliason
- 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