Series synopsis
Black Earth Rising is a British drama crime mystery television series that premiered on BBC Two on September 10, 2018. It ended on October 29, 2018. It stars Michaela Coel, John Goodman, Noma Dumezweni and Lucian Msamati.
As a child, Kate Ashby was rescued from the horrific aftermath of the Rwandan genocide and brought to the UK. But the tragic shadow of her past proves impossible to escape.
Premise
As a child, Kate Ashby was rescued from the horrific aftermath of the Rwandan genocide and brought to the UK. But the tragic shadow of her past proves impossible to escape.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Michaela Coel as Kate Ashby
- John Goodman as Michael Ennis
- Noma Dumezweni as Alice Munezero
- Lucian Msamati as David Runihura
- Tyrone Huggins as Patrice Ganimana
- Tamara Tunie as Eunice Clayton
- Emmanuel Imani as Florence Karamera
- Paapa Essiedu as Jaalen
Supporting cast
- Abena Ayivor as President Bibi Mundanzi
- Emmanuel Berthelot as Corporal Benoit
- Martin Bassindale as Peter
- Nyasha Hatendi as Godwin Hall
- Ronald Guttman as Jacques Antoine Barré
Guest cast
- Gary Pillai as College Interviewer
- Elliot Levey as Consultant Jacob Sayers
- Garrett Hartman as US Embassy Representative
- Laurence Dobiesz as ICC Representative
- Gary Fannin as CBL-24 Newscaster
- Briggitte Appiah as Rwandan Journalist
- Sule Rimi as Dr. Busasa
- Nigel Whitmey as Major Charles Bouchard
- John Albasiny as Frank (Barrister's Clerk)
- Ekow Blankson as Tennis Court Body Guard
- Brimah Watara as Tennis Player
- Vincent Carmichael as ICC Court Usher
Episodes
This series spans 1 season with 8 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 8 | September 10, 2018 | October 29, 2018 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
In Other News As a child, Kate was rescued from the aftermath of the Rwandan genocide. Now she is shocked when her adoptive mother prosecutes a controversial militia leader. |
September 10, 2018 |
| 2 |
Looking at the Past A shocking incident at the International Criminal Court changes everything. Michael launches a new investigation and turns to Kate for help. |
September 17, 2018 |
| 3 |
A Ghost in Name Kate works alongside Michael to defend Alice Munezero from the charges laid against her - facing down threats to her own safety to reach the truth. |
September 24, 2018 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | BBC Two |
|---|---|
| First aired | September 10, 2018 |
| Last aired | October 29, 2018 |
| Status | ended |
| Schedule | Monday at 21:00:00 |