The Impossible Dream

what happens

Reggie Hunter has the voice of an angel and the love of his family. Unfortunately, he hasn't had the courage to sing in over 25 years. Instead he works as a janitor at his former high school, even though he was once good enough to audition for Berry Gordy of Motown Records. Every Sunday, he, his Aunt Charlotte, his brother Martin, and his sister Eleanor sit down to supper with the rest of their family. It is a family tradition that they have kept throughout their lives, missing only once for thier parents funeral. On this particular Sunday, news of Aunt Charlotte's impending retirement makes its way around the table, distressing Reggie. The only reason he can even tolerate his job is because Aunt Charlotte teaches choir at the school. The thought of her leaving upsets him so much, that he leaves the table. On Monday, Reggie goes unhappily back to work at the school, breaking in a new janitor, Andrew. Meanwhile at Detroit Metro Bank, Martin hires Monica as a new loan officer, c

who made it

directed

Peter H. Hunt

guest cast

Billed for this episode only — the turn people remember an episode for.

• Lee Chamberlin as Charlotte Hunter
• Richard Biggs as George
• Penny Johnson Jerald as Eleanor Hunter
• Joe Morton as Martin Hunter
• Thom Gossom Jr. as Dr. Winston
• Luther Vandross as Reggie Hunter