Seen & Heard: The History of Black Television
Owning the screen. Owning the story.
Overview
Journey through the history of black representation on television, showcasing how black artists and creators both shaped and revolutionized the medium while confronting the systemic challenges that have often undermined their contributions.
Seasons & Episodes
Miniseries
Key Information
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Cast & Crew
Issa Rae
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Tracee Ellis Ross
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Tyler Perry
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Oprah Winfrey
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Justin Simien
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Debbie Allen
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Mara Brock Akil
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Lena Waithe
Self
Larry Wilmore
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Shonda Rhimes
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Cord Jefferson
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Ava DuVernay
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Frequently Asked Questions
Journey through the history of black representation on television, showcasing how black artists and creators both shaped and revolutionized the medium while confronting the systemic challenges that have often undermined...
Seen & Heard: The History of Black Television has 1 season with 2 episodes.
Seen & Heard: The History of Black Television premiered on September 9, 2025.
No, Seen & Heard: The History of Black Television has ended. The final episode aired on September 10, 2025.
Seen & Heard: The History of Black Television originally aired on HBO. Check your local streaming services for availability.
Seen & Heard: The History of Black Television has a rating of 2.1/10 based on user reviews.
Seen & Heard: The History of Black Television is classified as Documentary.