Seen & Heard: The History of Black Television - Season 1 - Eps 1: Part 1: Seen

2025-09-0976 min⭐ 3.2/10

From Amos 'n' Andy to The Jeffersons and Good Times, Black television was historically shaped by white writers and creators. But in the 1990s, a rise in shows by Black creators brought social issues to the forefront, allowing Black television to go beyond merely reflecting culture, but to create it with shows such as In Living Color and The Arsenio Hall Show.

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About Seen & Heard: The History of Black Television

Seen & Heard: The History of Black Television

Title: Seen & Heard: The History of Black Television

First Air Date: 2025-09-09

Last Air Date: 2025-09-10

Status: Returning Series

Rating: 3.2/10 (from 4 votes)

Language: EN

Seasons: 1

Total Episodes: 2

Network: HBO

Genres: Documentary

Production Companies: Ark Media, HOORAE, HBO Documentary Films

Synopsis

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.

Cast

Issa Rae

Issa Rae

Self

Tracee Ellis Ross

Tracee Ellis Ross

Self

Tyler Perry

Tyler Perry

Self

Oprah Winfrey

Oprah Winfrey

Self

Justin Simien

Justin Simien

Self

Debbie Allen

Debbie Allen

Self

Mara Brock Akil

Mara Brock Akil

Self

Lena Waithe

Lena Waithe

Self

Larry Wilmore

Larry Wilmore

Self

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