Seen & Heard: The History of Black Television

Name: Seen & Heard: The History of Black Television
Genre: Documentary
Released: 2025-09-09
Rating: 100

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Showcasing how Black artists and creators both shaped and revolutionized the medium while confronting the systemic challenges that have often undermined their contributions.

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Showcasing how Black artists and creators both shaped and revolutionized the medium while confronting the systemic challenges that have often undermined their contributions.

Director: Giselle Bailey
Executive Producer: Issa Rae, Montrel McKay, John Maggio, Rachel Dretzin, John Ealer, Jonathan Berry, Dave Becky
Network: HBO
Rating: TV-MA
Genre: Documentary
Original Language: English
Release Date: Sep 9, 2025

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