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Season 1 – Seen & Heard: The History of Black Television

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Showcasing how Black artists and creators both shaped and revolutionized the medium while confronting the systemic challenges that have often undermined their contributions.

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Nancy Abraham

Executive Producer

Dave Becky

Executive Producer

Rachel Dretzin

Executive Producer

John Ealer

Executive Producer

Lisa Heller

Executive Producer

John Maggio

Executive Producer

Episodes

Episode 1 Airs Tue Sep 9 Seen Detailing decades of cultural shifts in television, with prominent Black voices sharing stories of their journeys, inspirations, and insights into their work and the industry. Details Episode 2 Airs Wed Sep 10 Heard The responsibility and power of storytelling is demonstrated in Shonda Rhimes' color-blind casting for her powerhouse shows, Oprah betting on herself, and other stories depicting the breath of the Black experience. Details
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Season Info

Executive Producer
Nancy Abraham, Dave Becky, Rachel Dretzin, John Ealer, Lisa Heller, John Maggio, Montrel McKay, Issa Rae, Sara Rodriguez
Network
HBO
Rating
TV-MA
Genre
Documentary
Original Language
English
Release Date
Sep 9, 2025