The Jackie Robinson Story (1950)

6.3/10 77 min Drama Family

Overview

Biography of Jackie Robinson, the first black major league baseball player in the 20th century. Traces his career in the negro leagues and the major leagues.

Cast

Jackie Robinson

Self

Ruby Dee

Rae Robinson

Minor Watson

Branch Rickey

Louise Beavers

Jackie's Mother

Richard Lane

Hopper

Harry Shannon

Charlie

Ben Lessy

Shorty

Billy Wayne

Clyde Sukeforth

Joel Fluellen

Mack Robinson

Bernie Hamilton

Ernie

Kenny Washington

Tigers Manager

Pat Flaherty

Karpen

Bill Baldwin

Baseball Broadcaster (uncredited)

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