Movie Description

Motown 25: Yesterday, Today, Forever

(1983)

Overview

Television special taped before a live studio audience at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium in Pasadena, California on March 25, 1983, and broadcast on NBC on May 16. Highlights include Michael Jackson's performance of "Billie Jean", a Temptations/Four Tops "battle of the bands", Marvin Gaye's inspired speech about black music history and his memorable performance of "What's Going On", and a Jackson 5 reunion. This performance is noted for Michael Jackson debuting his signature moonwalk.

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Facts

Original TitleMotown 25: Yesterday, Today, Forever

Status Released

Release Information

  • 1983-05-16

Original LanguageEnglish

Runtime 02h 08m

Production CompaniesMotown Pictures

Genres

  • Music
  • Documentary
  • TV Movie