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Limited Series – The Last Days of Ptolemy Grey

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Suddenly left without his trusted caretaker, Ptolemy Grey is assigned to the care of orphaned teenager Robyn; when they learn about a treatment that will restore Ptolemy's dementia-addled memories, it begins a journey toward shocking truths.
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The Last Days of Ptolemy Grey — Limited Series

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The Last Days of Ptolemy Grey loses some luster in its final stretch, but Samuel L. Jackson and Dominique Fishback's sterling performances make this an unmissable elegy.

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Verne Gay Newsday Mar 21, 2022
3.5/4
First-rate Jackson, entertaining series. Go to Full Review John Doyle Globe and Mail Mar 14, 2022
Like many streaming series, thus one can feel a little overlong, a little too involved with loose storylines that don’t add to the essence. But, throughout, Samuel L. Jackson dazzles in a down-to-earth way. Go to Full Review Richard Roeper Chicago Sun-Times Mar 12, 2022
3/4
The prolific Jackson provides a reminder of his range. Go to Full Review Aprillé Morris OffColour.org Nov 4, 2022
4/5
The Last Days of Ptolemy Grey encourages us to think about mortality, sacrifices and what we leave behind when we’re gone. Go to Full Review Ro Moore What To Watch Jun 8, 2022
4/5
The Last Days of Ptolemy Grey is a poignant, slow-building drama that raises the bar for centering Black characters and weaving truth and fiction into great television. Go to Full Review Joyce Slaton Common Sense Media Apr 11, 2022
4/5
With powerful actors Samuel L. Jackson and Dominique Fishback at the center, this book-turned-limited series is affecting and habit-forming, with fully-fleshed characters occupying a brisk plot. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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jeppe S @sondberg Sep 22, 2026 for me this is perhaps SLJ crown jewel to a long career. past the bad ass mf, and straight into a serious role. as someone who witnessed the decline of the mind from a loved one, he plays the part spot on too bad there weren´t more episodes See more Fro T @frothizzlereviews Sep 18, 2026 Samuel L. Jackson is at his absolute best here as Ptolemy. Jackson gives an incredibly haunting performance, and Omar Benson Miller gives a warm turn as his nephew, Reggie. The series is a slow burn, which I felt a couple times, but the acting is fantastic, and the writing is very strong. 8.5/10 See more Ancient M. @ancientmariner Jan 5, 2026 I saw this show about 3 years late but it’s aged like fine wine. This is a limited series TV executed at the highest level. The characters, story, and acting are extremely well done. Some scenes are extremely realistic and will make you feel like you know the characters. This show won my mind first then my heart. Hopefully this show received the appropriate awards during the applicable period. See more jeffrey t @RT50227191 Nov 5, 2025 Definitely a must watch, I’m watching it for the 3rd time and it just keeps getting better See more Wayne W @waynew Jun 16, 2025 I do not have the words to describe this show. Just suffice to say that you have to watch it to understand, and it will be well worth the time. It is well written and really spoke to me in a way that I can honestly say I did not expect. Initially I was about to pass on this show, thank god I did not.. This show was engaging and entertaining from start to finish, it is well worth a watch. See more Linda B @RT20456745 Feb 3, 2025 I looked at this series multiple times and think it was amazing. Amazing to see the ranges of the cast members. All were just exceptional. Probably will watch it again See more Read all reviews
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Walter Mosley

Creator

Samuel L. Jackson

Ptolemy Grey

Dominique Fishback

Robyn

Cynthia Kaye McWilliams

Sensia

Damon Gupton

Coydog

Marsha Stephanie Blake

Niecie

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Mar 11, 2022 Reggie Ptolemy Grey's memory is getting worse; after learning his grandnephew is no longer there for him, Ptolemy's niece assigns him a new caretaker. Details Episode 2 Aired Mar 11, 2022 Robyn Kicked out by Niecie, Robyn moves in with Ptolemy and accompanies him to a doctor's appointment for an experimental treatment. Details Episode 3 Aired Mar 18, 2022 Sensia Ptolemy begins treatments to restore his memories, drifting in and out of fever dreams about his life as Robyn keeps vigil at his side. Details Episode 4 Aired Mar 25, 2022 Coydog After unearthing a long-forgotten treasure, Ptolemy makes a plan; later, he meets with a friend of Reggie's and learns revelatory details. Details Episode 5 Aired Apr 1, 2022 Nina Ptolemy looks to his longtime friend and lawyer to help protect Robyn; a family gathering in Reggie's honor brings both healing and confrontation. Details Episode 6 Aired Apr 8, 2022 Ptolemy Ptolemy must settle all scores and make peace with his past -- before he loses his memories once and for all. Details

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Season Info

Creator
Walter Mosley
Executive Producer
Walter Mosley, Diane Houslin, Samuel L. Jackson, LaTanya Richardson, Eli Selden, David Levine, Ramin Bahrani
Network
Apple TV
Rating
TV-MA
Genre
Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date
Mar 11, 2022
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