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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.
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Angela Bassett
Katherine Jackson
Lawrence Hilton-Jacobs
Joseph Jackson
Billy Dee Williams
Berry Gordy
Jason Weaver
Michael Jackson (ages 9-14)
Bumper Robinson
Jackie Jackson (ages 13-17)
Terrence Howard
Jackie Jackson (adult)
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