Seen & Heard: The History of Black Television - Season 1 - Eps 2: Part 2: Heard
The responsibility and power of storytelling is demonstrated through the work of Shonda Rhimes, Oprah Winfrey, and other creators, as well as stories depicting the breadth of the Black experience. With ownership of news and entertainment properties, Black creators now shape perception and policy – while honoring the scope of their history in all its paradoxes and complexities.
About 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
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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
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Larry Wilmore
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