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Apr 11, 2016
Jackie Robinson's life story through his first season in the Major Leagues. Robinson's early life in Georgia, Pasadena, UCLA, and Army are detailed; as well as his time in the Negro and minor leagues and his challenging MLB rookie season.
Apr 12, 2016
Jackie Robinson's life story from his sophomore season in the Major Leagues through his death. Robinson's Brooklyn Dodgers years, business career, as well as his role as a civil rights leader and family life are detailed.
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Jackie Robinson Season 1 (2016) is released on Apr 11, 2016. Watch Jackie Robinson online - the English Documentary TV series from United States. Jackie Robinson is directed by Ken Burns,Sarah Burns,David McMahon and created by Sarah Burns with Keith David and Jamie Foxx. Jackie Robinson is available online on Hoopla and Vudu.
Jackie Robinson's life story from his birth in 1919 to his death in 1972 as told by filmmakers Sarah Burns, David McMahon and Ken Burns in a four hour documentary. Robinson rises from humble beginnings to break the color barrier in the Major League Baseball. Robinson's on the field contributions over a ten year career transform the Dodgers into perennial contenders; while his courage and accomplishments advance the civil rights movement off the field. After baseball, as both a both a businessman and leader, Robinson tirelessly fights inequality and discrimination. Interwoven into the story is how Robinson's family life and marriage shaped the man who would became an American icon.