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Slavery and the Making of America

7.720051 seasonTV-PGTV SeriesDocumentary

The history of American slavery from its beginnings in the British colonies to its end in the Southern states and the years of post-Civil War Reconstruction. Looks at slavery as an integral part of a developing nation, challenging the long…

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Seasons & Episodes

E1
The Downward Spiral
Feb 9, 2005 3.2
E2
Liberty in the Air
Feb 9, 2005 6.0
E3
Seeds of Destruction
Feb 16, 2005 6.0
E4
The Challenge of Freedoms
Feb 16, 2005 6.0

Cast

MFMorgan Freeman
Morgan Freeman
Self - Narrator (voice)
CH
Chauncey Herring
Reenactor
JJ
Justin Jackson
Reenactor
LF
Larry Floyd
Reenactor

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Slavery and the Making of America is streaming on Hoopla in United States, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Slavery and the Making of America on Netflix?

No, Slavery and the Making of America is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on Hoopla.

Is Slavery and the Making of America on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Slavery and the Making of America isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now. It's on Hoopla instead.

Where can I watch Slavery and the Making of America for free?

Slavery and the Making of America is available to stream free (with ads) on Hoopla in United States.

How many seasons are in Slavery and the Making of America?

Slavery and the Making of America has 1 season in total (4 episodes). The series concluded in 2005.

Are all episodes of Slavery and the Making of America out yet?

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

Is there a Season 2 of Slavery and the Making of America?

No — Slavery and the Making of America ended after 1 season, so there is no Season 2.