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Seen & Heard: The History of Black Television

TV • 2025

Seen & Heard: The History of Black Television

Owning the screen. Owning the story.

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.

TMDB ★ 1.1/5Votes: 8
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Documentary

Top 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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Giselle Bailey

Producer

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Phil Bertelsen

Producer

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Montrel McKay

Executive Producer

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John Maggio

Executive Producer

Rachel Dretzin

Rachel Dretzin

Executive Producer

Where to watch

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Meta Snapshot

Series

Status

Ended

Release

September 9, 2025

Episode Runtime

N/A

Language

English

Origin

United States of America

Episodes

2 • 1 seasons

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