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Up From Slavery

20111 seasonTV SeriesDocumentary

In 1860, as the American Experiment threatened to explode into a bloody civil war, there were as many as four hundred thousand slave-owners in the United States, and almost four million slaves. The nation was founded upon the idea that all…

DirectorKevin R. Hershberger
WriterBaron Blakley

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Seasons & Episodes

E1
Part One - 1619 Virginia - The First African Slaves arrive
Sep 13, 2011
E2
Part Two - 18th Century Colonial America and Slavery under the rule of the British Empire
Sep 20, 2011
E3
Part Three - Slavery in the United States after the Revolution
Sep 27, 2011
E4
Part Four - Nat Turners Rebellion, 1831
Oct 4, 2011
E5
Part Five - Abolition from the North grows
Oct 11, 2011
E6
Part Six - The Civil War. Emancipation Proclamation
Oct 18, 2011
E7
Part Seven - Aftermath of the Civil War and new freedom
Oct 25, 2011

Cast · Directed by Kevin R. Hershberger

CBCoby Batty
Coby Batty
Narrator

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Up From Slavery — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Up From Slavery?

Up From Slavery is streaming on DocuramaFilms, Fandango at Home Free and Cineverse in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Google Play Movies. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Up From Slavery on Netflix?

No, Up From Slavery is not on Netflix in United States as of August 2026. It's currently on DocuramaFilms and Fandango at Home Free.

Is Up From Slavery on Amazon Prime Video?

Up From Slavery isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Up From Slavery for free?

Up From Slavery is available to stream free (with ads) on Fandango at Home Free and Cineverse in United States.

How many seasons are in Up From Slavery?

Up From Slavery has 1 season in total (7 episodes). The series concluded in 2011.

Are all episodes of Up From Slavery out yet?

Yes — all 7 episodes across 1 season of Up From Slavery are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 2 of Up From Slavery?

No — Up From Slavery ended after 1 season, so there is no Season 2.