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Great Migrations: A People on the Move

20251 seasonTV SeriesDocumentary

Explores the transformative impact of Black migration on American culture and society. From the waves of Black Americans to the North—and back South—over the last century to the growing number of immigrants from Africa and the Caribbean today, movement is a defining feature of the Black experience.

ProducersHenry Louis Gates, Jr.·Dyllan McGee

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Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Seasons & Episodes

E1
Exodus
Jan 28, 2025
E2
Streets Paved with Gold
Feb 4, 2025
E3
One Way Ticket Back
Feb 11, 2025
E4
Coming to America
Feb 18, 2025

Cast

HJHenry Louis Gates, Jr.
Henry Louis Gates, Jr.
Self - Host

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Great Migrations: A People on the Move — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Great Migrations: A People on the Move?

Great Migrations: A People on the Move is streaming on PBS Documentaries and Hoopla in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Great Migrations: A People on the Move on Netflix?

No, Great Migrations: A People on the Move is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026. It's currently on PBS Documentaries and Hoopla.

Is Great Migrations: A People on the Move on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Great Migrations: A People on the Move isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on PBS Documentaries and Hoopla instead.

Where can I watch Great Migrations: A People on the Move for free?

Great Migrations: A People on the Move is available to stream free (with ads) on Hoopla in Canada.

How many seasons are in Great Migrations: A People on the Move?

Great Migrations: A People on the Move has 1 season in total (4 episodes). The series concluded in 2025.

Are all episodes of Great Migrations: A People on the Move out yet?

Yes — all 4 episodes across 1 season of Great Migrations: A People on the Move are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 2 of Great Migrations: A People on the Move?

No — Great Migrations: A People on the Move ended after 1 season, so there is no Season 2.