TV series
The Jacksons: An American Dream
1992, English, on ABC. Created by Joyce Eliason.
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.
- Seasons
- 1
- Episodes
- 2
- Episode length
- 89 min
- Status
- Ended in 1992
Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.9/10 from 58 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Latest episode
S1 E2: Part II
Aired 18 November 1992
Seasons 1
Cast & crew
- Joyce EliasonCreator
- Angela BassettKatherine Jackson · 2 ep
- Lawrence Hilton-JacobsJoseph Jackson · 2 ep
- Billy Dee WilliamsBerry Gordy · 2 ep
- Jason WeaverMichael Jackson (ages 9-14) · 2 ep
- Bumper RobinsonJackie Jackson (ages 13-17) · 2 ep
- Terrence HowardJackie Jackson (adult) · 2 ep
- Vanessa WilliamsSuzanne de Passe · 2 ep
- Holly Robinson PeeteDiana Ross · 2 ep
- Ebonie SmithLa Toya Jackson (adult) · 2 ep
- Margaret AveryMartha Scruse · 2 ep
- Monica CalhounRebbie Jackson · 2 ep
- Monica AllisonHazel Gordy · 2 ep
Details
- First aired
- 15 November 1992
- Last aired
- 18 November 1992
- Network
- ABC
- Language
- English
- Country
- United States
- Type
- Miniseries
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What The Jacksons: An American Dream is based on
The Jacksons: An American Dream is based on a true story.
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The Jacksons: An American Dream: quick answers
Is The Jacksons: An American Dream worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.9/10 from 58 TMDB viewer ratings.
How many seasons of The Jacksons: An American Dream are there?
The Jacksons: An American Dream has 1 season and 2 episodes, about 89 minutes each.
Is The Jacksons: An American Dream finished?
Yes. The Jacksons: An American Dream ended in 1992, so you can watch the whole story.
Which OTT platform is The Jacksons: An American Dream on?
The Jacksons: An American Dream isn’t listed on any OTT platform in India yet. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
The Jacksons: An American Dream parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for The Jacksons: An American Dream yet.
What shows are like The Jacksons: An American Dream?
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Who created The Jacksons: An American Dream?
The Jacksons: An American Dream was created by Joyce Eliason and stars Angela Bassett, Lawrence Hilton-Jacobs, Billy Dee Williams.
What is The Jacksons: An American Dream based on?
The Jacksons: An American Dream is based on a true story.