7.3/1047 votes#1 - The Dream
Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 7/24/2023
Kwabena is an aspiring film-maker working a dead-end job in recruitment. When he bumps into Amy, an old friend from film school who has just returned from three years in Nigeria, she offers to pass his script, Jamaica Road, to the development team at the production company where she works. But life isn't as simple as all that, and Kwabena may have to make some sacrifices in order to pursue his dream.
Director: Sebastian Thiel
Writer: Adjani Salmon, Ali Hughes
7.4/1039 votes#2 - The Reality
Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 7/24/2023
In a bid to raise funds for his film, Jamaica Road, Kwabena struggles to balance moonlighting as a food delivery driver. His romance with Vanessa continues to grow stronger, despite their differing film tastes, but Kwabena can’t help but feel a little inadequate in comparison to his new girl.
Director: Koby Adom
Writer: Adjani Salmon, Ali Hughes
7.4/1034 votes#3 - The Friends
Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 7/31/2023
At a diversity mixer, Kwabena and Amy meet Timothy Eastly, a prominent (and very white) industry exec, famed for producing successful films and TV shows...with black talent. Kwabena lays on the charm - enough to get Timothy to read his script and to consider him for a writing gig.
Director: Koby Adom
Writer: Adjani Salmon, Ali Hughes
7.3/1031 votes#4 - The Birth
Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 7/31/2023
Funmi’s due date is fast approaching, meaning Kwabena is desperately trying to find somewhere new to live - but given his financial situation and the housing crisis in London, it’s proving difficult.
Director: Joelle Mae David
Writer: Adjani Salmon, Ali Hughes
7.6/1028 votes#5 - The Pitch
Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 8/7/2023
After the birth of baby Mayowa, Kwabena moves back home with his mother, Grace. He feels like a teenager again with a list of chores – but he needs to earn his keep if he wants to live in her house.
Director: Joelle Mae David
Writer: Adjani Salmon, Ali Hughes
7.7/1025 votes#6 - The Premiere
Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 8/7/2023
Kwabena and Amy have finally made their film. Kwabena is now focused on getting agents to come to the screening, with the hope of being signed.
Director: Jermain Julien
Writer: Adjani Salmon, Ali Hughes
The Best Episodes of Dreaming Whilst Black Season 1
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Kwabena is an aspiring filmmaker trapped in his recruitment job. When he is given the opportunity he's always dreamed of, is he brave enough to...
Genres:ComedyDrama
Network:BBC Three
Season 1 Ratings Summary
"The Dream" is the best rated episode of "Dreaming Whilst Black" season 1. It scored 7.3/10 based on 47 votes. Directed by Sebastian Thiel and written by Adjani Salmon, Ali Hughes, it aired on 7/24/2023. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "The Reality".