8.1/1012 votes#1 - Built on Our Backs
Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 8/11/2024
From the silent era to the late 1960s, an emboldened generation of Black actors and directors make films that counter denigrating imagery of Black people and forever change Hollywood's perception of Black storytellers.
Director: Justin Simien
Writer: N/A
8.3/108 votes#2 - The Defiant Ones
Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 8/18/2024
Following the unrest of the 1960s, Black filmmakers look to celebrate Black culture on screen. As Hollywood begins to see dollar signs, Black actors and directors try to maintain their dignity without selling out.
Director: Justin Simien
Writer: N/A
NaN/100 votes#3 - The Price of Admission
Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 8/25/2024
In the 1990s, a new generation of Black filmmakers and megastars are embraced by the studio system. Yet independent and female filmmakers who diverge from mainstream portrayals of Black life still struggle for recognition.
Director: Justin Simien
Writer: N/A
6.2/106 votes#4 - Dear Black People
Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 9/1/2024
After the election of President Barack Obama, Hollywood offers Black filmmakers more opportunities than ever. From Selma to Get Out to Black Panther, Black filmmakers embrace new genres to critical and commercial success.
Director: Justin Simien
Writer: N/A
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The epic story of the actors, writers, directors, and producers who fought for their place on the page, behind the camera and on the screen....
Genre:Documentary
Network:MGM+
Season 1 Ratings Summary
"Built on Our Backs" is the best rated episode of "Hollywood Black" season 1. It scored 8.1/10 based on 12 votes. Directed by Justin Simien and written by N/A, it aired on 8/11/2024. This episode is rated 0.2 points higher than the second-best, "The Defiant Ones".