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[08/28/25 - 10:05 AM]
HBO Original Two-Part Documentary "Seen & Heard: The History of Black Television" Debuts September 9
The project takes audiences on a two-part journey through the history of Black representation on television, 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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[08/22/25 - 07:00 AM]
What's New on HBO Max This September
Highlights include the debut of the new drama "Task" as well as documentaries "Seen & Heard: The History of Black Television," "The Devil Is Busy," and "Prime Minister."
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[03/24/21 - 07:00 AM]
WarnerMedia Extends Relationship with Issa Rae with Five-Year Overall Deal
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[03/01/21 - 11:10 AM]
HBO Programming Overview - Spring 2021
The pay channel recaps its current and future offerings to date.
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[08/05/20 - 08:30 AM]
HBO Documentary Films in Production on a Two-Part Documentary "Seen & Heard," Exploring and Celebrating Black Television and Voices in Entertainment
The documentary will offer cultural commentary about representation in black storytelling and feature interviews with actors, showrunners, writers, celebrities and other notable influencers as well as verité-driven segments and inventive use of archival material.
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SEEN & HEARD: THE HISTORY OF BLACK TELEVISION (HBO)
Premieres Tuesday, September 9
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BROADCAST
HISTORY:
9/9/25
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STATUS:
new this fall (yet to premiere) |
TIME SLOT:
weeknights from 9:00 PM-10:00 PM EST |
CURRENT SEASON:
1 (2 episodes) |
ADDITIONAL NOTES:
limited series |
DESCRIPTION:
(from HBO's press release, August 2025) SEEN & HEARD takes audiences on a two-part journey through the history of Black representation on television, showcasing how Black artists and creators both shaped and revolutionized the medium while confronting the systemic challenges that have often undermined their contributions. From early, stereotypical portrayals, to today's more authentic and complex narratives, the series highlights how Black television makers have not only survived but thrived, despite the industry's early reluctance to fully recognize their power and creativity. |
CREW INFORMATION:
· David Becky as EP
· Giselle Bailey as DIR/PROD
· Issa Rae as EP
· John Ealer as EP
· John Maggio as EP
· Jonathan Berry as EP
· Montrel McKay as EP
· Phil Bertelsen as DIR/PROD
· Rachel Dretzin as EP
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GENRE(S):
· reality (all)
· reality (documentary)
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STUDIO INFORMATION:
· 3 Arts Entertainment
· Ark Media
· HOORAE Media
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