Booker (1984)

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.

Directing:
  • Stan Lathan

Writing:
  • Charles Eric Johnson
  • John Allman

Stars:
Release Date: 1984-10-01
  • Country: US
  • Language: English
  • Runtime: 56
Shelley Duvall
Shelley Duval...
Laura
LeVar Burton
LeVar Burton
Davis
Tony Haney
Tony Haney
Monroe
Marian Mercer
Marian Mercer
Mrs. Ruffner
CCH Pounder
CCH Pounder
Jane
Thalmus Rasulala
Thalmus Rasul...
Stepfather
Judge Reinhold
Judge Reinhol...
Newt
Shavar Ross
Shavar Ross
Booker T. Washington
Mel Stewart
Mel Stewart
Reverend Rice
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