Netflix has shared a trailer for The Six Triple Eight, its upcoming historical drama from director Tyler Perry. The film will be available for streaming on December 20, 2024.
“The Six Triple Eight is inspired by the first and only Women’s Army Corps unit of color to serve overseas in WWII. Despite facing racism and sexism – and grueling working conditions – they were committed to serving their country with honor and distinction. Given an extraordinary mission and united in their determination, these unsung heroes delivered hope and shattered barriers,” reads the synopsis.
Check out The Six Triple Eight trailer below (watch more trailers):
What happens in The Six Triple Eight trailer?
The Six Triple Eight trailer shows Kerry Washington as Major Charity Adams, who has been tasked to lead the only Women’s Army Corp unit of color in Europe during World War II. Their unit’s mission is to sort and deliver millions of letters to yearning soldiers who haven’t received their mail for years in hopes of boosting their morale. In 2022, U.S. President Joe Biden awarded the Congressional Gold Medal to the brave women of the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion.
The Six Triple Eight is written and directed by Tyler Perry, based on Kevin M. Hymel’s 2019 article published in WWII History Magazine. Washington will be joined by an ensemble cast that includes Oprah Winfrey, Susan Sarandon, Sam Waterston, Ebony Obsidian, Milauna Jackson, Kylie Jefferson, Shanice Shantay, Sarah Jeffery, Pepi Sonuga, Moriah Brown, Jeanté Godlock, Jay Reeves, Jeffery Johnson, Baadja-Lyne Odums, Donna Biscoe, Gregg Sulkin, Scott Daniel Johnson, and Dean Norris.
