Booker (1984)

8.0/10 56 min Family Drama History TV Movie

Overview

Booker tells the true story of Booker T. Washington, who, as a young slave, dreams of learning to read and write. After the Civil War frees him, Booker is forced to work long hours in a salt furnace to help his family survive. But with hard work and persistence, Booker finds a way to learn and gain the freedom that comes with education.

Cast

Shavar Ross

Booker T. Washington

James Bond III

John

LeVar Burton

Davis

Shelley Duvall

Laura

Marian Mercer

Mrs. Ruffner

CCH Pounder

Jane

Thalmus Rasulala

Stepfather

Judge Reinhold

Newt

Mel Stewart

Reverend Rice

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