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.
Jackie Robinson
as Self
Ruby Dee
as Rae Robinson
Minor Watson
as Branch Rickey
Louise Beavers
as Jackie's Mother
Richard Lane
as Hopper
Harry Shannon
as Charlie
Ben Lessy
as Shorty
William 'Bill' Spaulding
as Bill Spaulding
Billy Wayne
as Clyde Sukeforth
Joel Fluellen
as Mack Robinson
Bernie Hamilton
as Ernie
Kenny Washington
as Tigers Manager
