Series synopsis
The 1619 Project is an American documentary television series that premiered on Hulu on January 26, 2023. It ended on February 9, 2023. It stars Nikole Hannah-Jones.
In keeping with the original project, this series seeks to reframe the country's history by placing the consequences of slavery and the contributions of black Americans at the very center of our national narrative.
Premise
In keeping with the original project, this series seeks to reframe the country's history by placing the consequences of slavery and the contributions of black Americans at the very center of our national narrative.
Premise: The greatest story never told.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Nikole Hannah-Jones as Self - Host
Episodes
This series spans 1 season with 6 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 6 | January 26, 2023 | February 9, 2023 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Democracy Told through Pulitzer Prize-winning author Nikole Hannah-Jones’ personal story, historical events and the modern fights for voting rights, “Democracy” explores Black America’s centuries-long fight to democratize America and hold it to its founding ideals. |
January 26, 2023 |
| 2 |
Race “Race” examines the construct of race as a political invention created to justify the economic exploitation of African people during slavery and promote white supremacy, while tracing the impact that has had on Black women’s bodies and reproductive lives. |
January 26, 2023 |
| 3 |
Music From Motown’s wide popularity to funk’s rebellious independence to today’s genre-breaking musicians, “Music” celebrates the “uncapturable spirit” of Black music and maintains that Black music IS American Music. |
February 2, 2023 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | Hulu |
|---|---|
| First aired | January 26, 2023 |
| Last aired | February 9, 2023 |
| Runtime | 60 minutes |
| Status | ended |
| Schedule | Thursday |