The Legendary Brooklyn Dodger: The Jackie Robinson Story | Black/Current |Black Current

Jackie Robinson stars as himself in this inspirational classic. The movie chronicles his life, from his youth, through his college career at UCLA, to his rise to a legend with the Brooklyn Dodgers. Jack triumphs over racial injustices and emerges as nothing less than one of America's true heroes.
Presented in color and beautifully restored, this is the definitive edition of The Jackie Robinson Story - it is released in conjunction with The Jackie Robinson Foundation, and restored in color in 2008.
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From: The Jackie Robinson Story In Color
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[@alxeniabrowngay9236]

Don't remember this version...ICONIC💎💎💎💎💎💎💎

[@carljustinenuestro8771]

I’m a Dodger fan and I’m very proud that we have great baseball player like Jackie Robinson!!!!

[@huckbarry579]

Talk about a true American Hero Jackie Robinson was!!!

[@mikeabbott7209]

Jackie Was One Hell Of A Ball Player Who Opened A Huge Door For Others Of Color To Follow. Thank You For Sharing His Story.

[@jamesdaniels7088]

I remember when I was a small boy Jackie Robinson was the hero the African American People. He inspired us to be the best that we could be. He gave hope to a generation. But also he taught us how endure racism and oppression . Rest In Peace Jackie ❤❤ 8:12

[@Savvynlady]

I make it my business every Jan 31st to watch this and remember the one who changed the game.

[@polarfamily6222]

Colorized version of a great classic B&W film! Anyone who's interested in US history should watch!

[@jefflindsey2783]

I have that video tape of the Jackie Robinson Story but it's in black and white!! Very great ballplayer before my time and a great movie!!!

[@paulshoh4327]

“Democracy is for those who fight for freedom, which is worth to fight for.” ❤

[@jennypalmer331]

I have never followed sport but did enjoy this movie

[@maureencora1]

Cool In Color, Gotta Get This DVD.

[@charleslawson4792]

That’s Good It’s In Colored,It’s About Time For A Good Movie 🎥 👍🏾👌🏾⚾️

[@aquillasteele602]

This good movie Jackie true hero

[@tooter1able]

One of the greatest of all time.

[@alzamoradrian]

Love this film. First time seeing it In color

[@carlosventura511]

JACKIE ROBINSON!!!!!😩😩😩😩😉😉😉😉😉😉😉😊😊😊😊😊😋😋

[@cocobrown709]

What a TREAT I had no IDEA HE WAS HANDSOME❤❤❤

[@bigsparky8888]

I am a man raised near Los Angeles...I do not see color but HUMAN BEINGS...(unless proven otherwise...then I walk away...)

[@s.miller3111]

This is wonderful!!! Thank you for sharing and posting this!!! I will be showing this to my Language Arts Class in January b/c we will be learning about Satchel Paige in Reading Comprehension... So thank you so much for sharing this!!!

[@cristineconnell7803]

Mom owns this 1, but only lets me borrow on occasion! LOL

[@joewhitehead3]

They wasted no time deciding to make a movie about his life story. Hell, Jackie was still playing for the Dodgers when he filmed this

[@glendahale38]

amazing work like who ever sent this is amazing😃🤩😍

[@devinlsmith1469]

Outstanding American was Mr. Jackie Robinson.

[@leanthonyjtoddisshivarearh4507]

Thanks 😊

[@Michael93406]

Darn good actor as well. Ya gotta envy the guy co starring with the gorgeous Ruby Dee as his wife!

[@reginaldrivers553]

Great movie and amazing detailing color! Great work here! Would it be possible to post a colorized version of Pride Of The Yankees please? 😃

[@marycoelho1754]

Jackie Robinson was a great bsseball player

[@tiwasavage1]

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[@hemihavoc06]

55:01 Thanks Jackie even the poor cat got crap !

[@Daz_Heartz]

No Todo Mundo Odeia O Chris, Jullius era um Fã Assíduo do Jackie Robinson e Torcedor dos Dodgers!

[@elliegriffin9879]

*THANKS MUCH FOR PUTTING TOGETHER THIS PRODUCTION 🆙🆙🆙..AND FOR SHARING A REAL- LIFE STORY WITH EARTH INHABITANTS 🌍.. EVEN IN THIS FORM,(MOVIE).. LOOKING FORWARD TO TAKING MY FILL OF SAME.. BEST WISHES FORWARDLY 🌈.. BLESSED LOVE 🌈... EASTERN CARIBBEAN ISLES 🇰🇳 IN THE HOUSE 🖤*

[@bigirwavicent-cd1ki]

Good

[@johngraham5948]

I prefer 42 with the late Chadwick Boseman (RIP) playing Jackie Robinson

[@DaveG425]

That was one fine black woman who played his wife

[@bigwinsports9799]

Her name is Ruby Dee

[@ronfrederico7251]

.25 cents for beer,wow

[@behlumatheezali]

Jacky walks just like our president😅

[@jANnettepOE]

JACKIE!

[@andrewbaroch2141]

What a BUFFOON! A guy named BRANCH!

[@darrilynbradley9624]

So babe Ruth is the best but never played black men how that work

[@cmaurice9133]

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[@cmaurice9133]

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[@JustSomeDamnCalifornian45]

How obsessed are you for that man?