A drama set in the 1920s, where free-spirited Janie Crawford's search for happiness leads her through several different marriages, challenging the morals of her small town. Based on the novel by Zora Neale Hurston.
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
 Halle BerryJanie Starks | Janie Starks |
 Ruben Santiago-HudsonJoe Starks | Joe Starks |
 Michael EalyTea Cake | Tea Cake |
 Ruby DeeNanny | Nanny |
 Terrence HowardAmos Hicks | Amos Hicks |
 Nicki MicheauxPhoebe Watson | Phoebe Watson |
 Lorraine ToussaintPearl Stone | Pearl Stone |
 Gabriel CasseusSam Watson | Sam Watson |
 Lynette DuPreeAlva | Alva |
 Artel GreatMotor Boat | Motor Boat |