Booker

Plot Summary

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.

Top Cast

Shavar Ross Booker T. Washington

James Bond III John

LeVar Burton Davis

Shelley Duvall Laura

Tony Haney Monroe