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.
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
 Tracy PollanElizabeth Van Lew | Elizabeth Van Lew |
 Akosua BusiaMary Bowser | Mary Bowser |
 Tom AldredgeJefferson Davis | Jefferson Davis |
 Richard BrooksMatt Bowser | Matt Bowser |
 LeVar BurtonBen Sumner | Ben Sumner |
 Josef SommerGeneral Winder | General Winder |
 Cynthia HarrisMrs. Van Lew | Mrs. Van Lew |
 Patricia ElliottMrs, Davis | Mrs, Davis |
 Adam StorkeTom Gadsden | Tom Gadsden |