Jackie Robinson is a 2016 American television documentary miniseries directed by Ken Burns. It debuted as a two-part series, the first half premiering on April 11, 2016, and the second half airing the following night. It concerns the life of Jackie Robinson, the first African-American to play in the major leagues of baseball in the modern era.
Actors and historians
The documentary series is narrated by Keith David, and features the voice of Jamie Foxx as Jackie Robinson. A large group of noted commentators give background information. They include: Harry Belafonte Howard Bryant Ed Charles Gerald Early Jonathan Eig Carl Erskine Willie Mays Barack Obama Michelle Obama David Robinson (Jackie's son) Rachel Robinson (Jackie's widow) Sharon Robinson (Jackie's daughter) John Thorn George Will Yohuru Williams
Episodes
"Jackie Robinson: Part I" "Jackie Robinson: Part II"