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Black Earth Rising

6.520181 season15TV SeriesDramaCrimeMystery

As a child, Kate Ashby was rescued from the horrific aftermath of the Rwandan genocide and brought to the UK. But the tragic shadow of her past proves impossible to escape.

ProducersGreg Brenman·Abi Bach

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Availability shown for United Kingdom · rights vary by country

Seasons & Episodes

E1
In Other News
Sep 10, 2018 3.2
E2
Looking at the Past
Sep 17, 2018 3.3
E3
A Ghost in Name
Sep 24, 2018 3.3
E4
A Bowl of Cornflakes
Oct 1, 2018 3.0
E5
The Eyes of the Devil
Oct 8, 2018 3.0
E6
The Game's True Nature
Oct 15, 2018 3.2
E7
Double Bogey on the Ninth
Oct 22, 2018 3.2
E8
The Forgiving Earth
Oct 29, 2018 3.2

Cast

MCMichaela Coel
Michaela Coel
Kate Ashby
JGJohn Goodman
John Goodman
Michael Ennis
NDNoma Dumezweni
Noma Dumezweni
Alice Munezero
LMLucian Msamati
Lucian Msamati
David Runihura
THTyrone Huggins
Tyrone Huggins
Patrice Ganimana
TTTamara Tunie
Tamara Tunie
Eunice Clayton
EIEmmanuel Imani
Emmanuel Imani
Florence Karamera
AAAbena Ayivor
Abena Ayivor
President Bibi Mundanzi

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Black Earth Rising — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Black Earth Rising?

Black Earth Rising is streaming on Netflix, Netflix Standard and BBC iPlayer in United Kingdom.

Is Black Earth Rising on Netflix?

Yes — Black Earth Rising is available on Netflix in United Kingdom as of October 2026.

Is Black Earth Rising on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Black Earth Rising isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United Kingdom right now. It's on Netflix and Netflix Standard instead.

Where can I watch Black Earth Rising for free?

Black Earth Rising is available to stream free (with ads) on BBC iPlayer in United Kingdom.

How many seasons are in Black Earth Rising?

Black Earth Rising has 1 season in total (8 episodes). The series concluded in 2018.

Are all episodes of Black Earth Rising out yet?

Yes — all 8 episodes across 1 season of Black Earth Rising are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 2 of Black Earth Rising?

No — Black Earth Rising ended after 1 season, so there is no Season 2.