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Making Black America

6.020221 seasonTV SeriesDocumentary

A chronicle of the vast social networks and organizations created by and for Black people—beyond the reach of the “White gaze.” Professor Henry Louis Gates, Jr. sits with noted scholars, politicians, cultural leaders, and old friends to…

DirectorsShayla Harris·Stacey L. Holman

WriterHenry Louis Gates, Jr.

ProducersHenry Louis Gates, Jr.·Deborah Clancy Porfido

Where to watch

PBS Documentaries Amazon Channel Hoopla

Hoopla

Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Seasons & Episodes

Episode 1

Oct 4, 2022

Episode 2

Oct 11, 2022

Episode 3

Oct 18, 2022

Episode 4

Oct 25, 2022

Cast · Directed by Shayla Harris

Henry Louis Gates, Jr.

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Making Black America — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Making Black America?

Making Black America 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 Making Black America on Netflix?

No, Making Black America is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026. It's currently on PBS Documentaries and Hoopla.

Is Making Black America on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Making Black America isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on PBS Documentaries and Hoopla instead.

Where can I watch Making Black America for free?

Making Black America is available to stream free (with ads) on Hoopla in Canada.

How many seasons are in Making Black America?

Making Black America has 1 season in total (4 episodes). The series concluded in 2022.

Are all episodes of Making Black America out yet?

Yes — all 4 episodes across 1 season of Making Black America are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 2 of Making Black America?

No — Making Black America ended after 1 season, so there is no Season 2.