Based on the inspiring true story of the all-female battalion, Netflix’s The Six Triple Eight highlights the extraordinary efforts of the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion to restore hope and connection through mail during World War II. Kerry Washington stars as the leader of the historic unit.
The Six Triple Eight begins streaming on Netflix on December 20.
Cast of The Six Triple Eight:
- Kerry Washington
- Ebony Obsidian
- Milauna Jackson
- Kylie Jefferson
- Shanice Shantay
- Sarah Jeffery
- Pepi Sonuga
- Moriah Brown
- Jeanté Godlock
- Jay Reeves
- Jeffrey Thomas Johnson
- Baadja-Lyne Odums
- Gregg Sulkin
- Donna Biscoe
- Scott Daniel Johnson
- Dean Norris
- Sam Waterston
- Oprah Winfrey
Synopsis of The Six Triple Eight:
Set during World War II, the film tells the story of the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion, the only all-Black, all-female Women’s Army Corps unit stationed overseas. Under impossible circumstances, they were tasked with sorting and delivering a massive backlog of mail, ensuring soldiers stayed connected to their loved ones. Directed by Tyler Perry, this drama shines a spotlight on a little-known chapter of history.
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