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The Worst Episodes of Hollywood Black

Every episode of Hollywood Black ranked from worst to best. Explore the Worst Episodes of Hollywood Black!

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. From blackface to Black Panther, this series is a definitive chronicle of more than a century of the Black experience in Hollywood and a powerful reexamination of a quintessentially American story – in brilliant color.

Genre:Documentary
Network:MGM+

Lowest Rated Episodes Summary

The worst episode of "Hollywood Black" is "The Defiant Ones", rated N/A/10 from 0 user votes. It was directed by Justin Simien and written by N/A. "The Defiant Ones" aired on 8/18/2024 and is rated NaN point(s) lower than the second lowest rated, "The Price of Admission".

  • The Defiant Ones
    NaN/10 0 votes

    #1 - 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

  • The Price of Admission
    NaN/10 0 votes

    #2 - 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

  • Dear Black People
    6.0/10 5 votes

    #3 - 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

  • Built on Our Backs
    8.0/10 11 votes

    #4 - 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