Overview

During the American Civil War, two women, a wealthy white woman and a freed black slave, join forces to fight for freedom and the abolition of slavery.

Cast

Tracy Pollan, Akosua Busia, Tom Aldredge, Richard Brooks, LeVar Burton, Josef Sommer, Cynthia Harris, Patricia Elliott

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What is "A Special Friendship" about?

During the American Civil War, two women, a wealthy white woman and a freed black slave, join forces to fight for freedom and the abolition of slavery.

When was "A Special Friendship" released?

A Special Friendship was released in 1987.

Who stars in "A Special Friendship"?

The cast includes Tracy Pollan, Akosua Busia, Tom Aldredge, Richard Brooks.