"The greatest story never told."

2023- 2023

1 Seasons

6 Episodes

4.8(24 votes)

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Documentary

Overview

In keeping with the original project, this series seeks to reframe the country's history by placing the consequences of slavery and the contributions of black Americans at the very center of our national narrative.

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Starring

Nikole Hannah-Jones

Self - Host

Creative team

Showrunner: Nikole Hannah-Jones
Roger Ross Williams
Produced by: Jonathan Clasberry

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