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Season 1 – David Makes Man

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"David Makes Man" is a drama series created by Academy Award-winning screenwriter Tarell Alvin McCraney ("Moonlight"). Set in South Florida, this lyrical coming-of-age story centers on a teenage prodigy named David who lives in the projects but attends a magnet school for academically gifted youngsters. David, played by newcomer Akili McDowell, straddles two different worlds, navigating between the streets that raised him and the school that offers him a way out of poverty. His balancing act comes at an emotional price which is portrayed in this original series on OWN that delves into issues of race and identity. It features an ensemble cast that includes Alana Arenas, Phylicia Rashad and Isaiah Johnson. Dee Harris-Lawrence ("Unsolved: The Murders of Tupac and the Notorious B.I.G.") serves as showrunner and executive producer alongside McCraney, Mike Kelley, Melissa Loy, Michael B. Jordan, and Oprah Winfrey.
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David Makes Man — Season 1

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Critics Consensus

Powerful, beautiful, and like nothing else on TV, David Makes Man blends dreamy aesthetics with an empathetically crafted story to create a truly unique viewing experience.

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Eric Deggans Here & Now 12/31/2019
Deeply personal... it's a unique kind of story that I don't think we've seen told in quite this way. Go to Full Review Allison Keene Paste Magazine 09/11/2019
One of the best things about David Makes Man is how it gives us access to the inner thoughts of its characters, often through their daydreams, but also though imaginary figures or even scrawling text on the screen. Go to Full Review Sonia Saraiya Vanity Fair 08/28/2019
Luminous. Go to Full Review Joyce Slaton Common Sense Media 01/27/2020
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Lyrical drama has mature content, great beauty. Go to Full Review Juan Barquin New Times 12/05/2019
David Makes Man wears its emotions openly and presents them to the audience through a gorgeous lens. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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11/14/2020 Best show I have watched all year. Must watch! See more 02/23/2020 I enjoy watching it. It is something I can see occurring and feel the struggle of the characters. See more 10/31/2019 Exceptional and innovative. Despite some clunky moments the cast shines and makes good use of the excellent, deeply emotive material. See more 10/28/2019 Dope show! Raw, authentic and beautifully shot. Looking forward to Season 2! See more 10/22/2019 If you dont get the way this show delivers you are lucky enough to have never suffered PTSD or anxiety or the struggles of a mother, father, community working to keep their young safe and moving in the right direction no matter how difficult the path , no matter how tempting what seems like easy money will always come at a price. A very acurate portrayal... the reality is this was someones reality which many can relate to but not voice... well done on an amazing production See more 10/10/2019 "David Makes Man" should be doing a heck of a lot better in the other tv ratings (as of 10/10/2019). It is a spectacular series, and Akili McDowell in the title role has to be seen to be believed. So does Alana Arenas who plays David's mom. The sides I've seen to all the other characters leave me wanting to know more about them. I am fully invested in everyone's story. See more Read all reviews
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Akili McDowell

David

Alana Arenas

Gloria

Isaiah Johnson

Sky

Travis Coles

Mx. Elijah

Phylicia Rashad

Dr. Woods-Trap

Nathaniel Logan McIntyre

Seren

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Aug 14, 2019 David's Sky Wanting to do well at school, David ends up in an altercation with his best friend, Seren; at home, David acts as a lookout for his neighborhood at the request of Raynan; Gloria leans on David; the truth about David's friend, Sky, is revealed. Details Episode 2 Aired Aug 21, 2019 Dai Out David and his little brother, JG, visit JG's grandfather in Overtown, and they are joined by Raynan; later, Raynan and David visit Raynan's uncle, who wants David to participate in a drug operation. Details Episode 3 Aired Aug 28, 2019 MJB David describes his day to the school's county-approved clinical psychiatrist, including his class presentation, which helps repair his relationship with Seren, and his mother's journey. Details Episode 4 Aired Sep 4, 2019 Gloria Gloria's difficult day turns catastrophic when she is fired by her boss, leaving her home life in jeopardy; Raynan reminds David that he can't run away from his responsibilities. Details Episode 5 Aired Sep 11, 2019 Love or Poetize These Hoes Home after losing her job, Gloria takes an active role in her sons' personal lives; David attends the school dance with his crush, Tare; Sky gives advice to David about how to talk to girls and reveals more about his relationship with Raynan. Details Episode 6 Aired Sep 18, 2019 When It All Falls Already in dire straits, Gloria's financial situation gets worse, and David devises a plan. Details Episode 7 Aired Sep 25, 2019 Son of Man Raynan and David discuss their new plan; Seren attends Halloween at The Ville, where unlikely romantic connections are revealed. Details Episode 8 Aired Oct 2, 2019 Bubble House Seren goes missing; Raynan and Desmond get arrested; The Ville prepares for a hurricane; more is revealed about Sky's death; a young life ends in tragedy. Details Episode 9 Aired Oct 9, 2019 Some I Love Who Are Dead More about Raynan's home life is revealed; Gloria exposes a disturbing secret about her childhood; Seren takes off. Details Episode 10 Aired Oct 16, 2019 3 Sons' Sky After a visit from Shinobi, a fight with Raynan and a tender moment with David, more is revealed about how Sky died; David appeals to Mx. Elijah for help in exiting the drug operation; Tio Teo demands the truth about Desmond and David from Raynan. Details

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Season Info

Executive Producer
Tarell Alvin McCraney, Denitria Harris-Lawrence, Michael B. Jordan, Oprah Winfrey, Mike Kelley, Melissa Loy
Network
OWN
Rating
TV-MA
Genre
Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date
Aug 14, 2019