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Season 1 – #FreeRayshawn

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An accused man's difficult pathway to exoneration - and survival - hinges upon placing his trust in a stranger and asking a nation to bear witness.

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Brian Tallerico RogerEbert.com 08/07/2020
While the script leaves a lot to be desired, this is one of the stronger Quibi shows thanks to James' emotional commitment and a subtle turn from Fishburne. Go to Full Review Mark Kennedy Associated Press 04/06/2020
Each episode is tense and raw, with references to Black Lives Matter and a nod to the power of social media. Go to Full Review M.N. Miller Ready Steady Cut 08/28/2022
4/5
Gritty and wickedly paced. Go to Full Review Clint Worthington Consequence 05/13/2020
#Freerayshawn's cat-and-mouse game of public sympathy is deathly intriguing, and James and Fishburne are especially compelling so far. Go to Full Review Melissa Camacho Common Sense Media 04/23/2020
3/5
Violent, tense drama focuses on police corruption, racism. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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08/04/2021 I would have preferred it to be an actual movie but nonetheless it was decent. Probably not worth the price of an actual ticket but definitely something to watch, that'll keep you interested. Once it gets going it does hold your attention. Would recommend. See more Read all reviews
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Marc Maurino

Creator

Laurence Fishburne

Lt. Steven Poincy

Stephan James

Rayshawn

Jasmine Cephas Jones

Tyisha

Skeet Ulrich

Sgt. Mike Trout

Brandon Severs

Miles Poincy

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Apr 13, 2020 What Are You Doing Here? With New Orleans PD in hot pursuit, Rayshawn Morris barricades himself inside his apartment and prepares for a shoot out; moments later, Officer Steven Poincy finds himself face to face with Rayshawn and his family as they attempt to escape. Details Episode 2 Aired Apr 13, 2020 Clear the Building Rayshawn takes to social media and live streams what is happening inside and outside his building. Details Episode 3 Aired Apr 13, 2020 Get Away From the Windows Protestors assemble at the scene in response to the gunfire; Rayshawn's social media posts as Steven and Officer Trout get in a heated argument. Details Episode 4 Aired Apr 14, 2020 Put the Brother on the Phone Trout makes contact with Rayshawn via cell phone, but Rayshawn refuses to talk to anyone but Steven. Details Episode 5 Aired Apr 15, 2020 Face to Face In person, Rayshawn and Steven begin to find common ground, until the meeting reveals itself to be a trap by Trout. Details Episode 6 Aired Apr 16, 2020 It's Okay to Be Scared Following a tense standoff, Rayshawn attempts to console Tyisha and Ray Jr.; Trout briefs SWAT Commander Alvarez and hostage negotiator Lincoln on the day's events. Details Episode 7 Aired Apr 17, 2020 I'm Not a Negotiator Tyisha confronts Rayshawn and demands an explanation for why police are after him; inside SWAT Mobile Command, Steven makes contact with Rayshawn. Details Episode 8 Aired Apr 20, 2020 No Way Back SWAT cuts the power in Rayshawn's apartment; via FaceTime, Rayshawn gives his testimony to a local news reporter, emphasizing that NOPD is trying to kill him and his family. Details Episode 9 Aired Apr 21, 2020 They All Want Me Dead, Don't They? The clock accelerates as SWAT prepares a raid on Rayshawn's apartment; taking Lincoln's advice, Steven attempts to convince Rayshawn to surrender on his family's behalf. Details Episode 10 Aired Apr 22, 2020 He's Telling the Truth Video evidence suggests that NOPD illegally entrapped Rayshawn, but SWAT and the district attorney remain unconvinced. Details Episode 11 Aired Apr 23, 2020 Black or Blue Steven desperately attempts to convince Rayshawn to leave the apartment with his family, but Rayshawn cannot trust the other police officers to spare his life. Details Episode 12 Aired Apr 24, 2020 Fire in the Hole A gunfight ensues and the protestors outside react; Rayshawn agrees to surrender as Steven and Lincoln convince SWAT to temporarily stand down while they get Rayshawn and his family out safely. Details Episode 13 Aired Apr 27, 2020 It's Time to Go Rayshawn knows this could be the last time he sees his family as a free man; outside, Steven prepares to escort them all to safety. Details Episode 14 Aired Apr 28, 2020 It's Your Lucky Day, Marine A flashback of the initial drug deal shows the truth of what happened; Rayshawn's last second decision may cause him to pay the ultimate price. Details Episode 15 Aired Apr 29, 2020 He Just Wanted to Be Heard Steven's despair turns into rage as he takes his anger out on Trout and NOPD as SWAT escorts Tyisha and Ray Jr. away from the scene. Details

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#FreeRayshawn — Season 1

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Season Info

Director
Seith Mann
Creator
Marc Maurino
Network
The Roku Channel
Rating
TV-MA
Genre
Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date
Apr 13, 2020