The pilot story, set in the small town of Strawee, Arkansas in the '30s, follows the experiences of Joshua Torrance, a doctor whose practice is jeopardized by his opposition to racism as he attempts to treat blacks as equals.
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
 Richard CrennaDr. Joshua Torrance | Dr. Joshua Torrance |
 Tonya CroweThorpe Torrance | Thorpe Torrance |
| RRandy GrayJames Torrance | James Torrance |
| AAlexandra PauleyDawn Starr | Dawn Starr |
 Mary AliceHousekeeper | Housekeeper |
 Carl FranklinNot listed | Not listed |
 Carol VogelNot listed | Not listed |