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The 1619 Project

The 1619 Project

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The 1619 Project

"The greatest story never told."

2023- 2023

1 Seasons

6 Episodes

4.8(24 votes)

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Documentary

Overview

In keeping with the original project, this series seeks to reframe the country's history by placing the consequences of slavery and the contributions of black Americans at the very center of our national narrative.

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Production Companies

Lionsgate Television

One Story Up Productions

The New York Times

Episodes

No episodes found for this season.

The people behind it

Cast & crew

1 featured cast member

Starring

Nikole Hannah-Jones

Nikole Hannah-Jones

Self - Host

Creative team

Showrunner: Nikole Hannah-Jones
Roger Ross Williams
Produced by: Jonathan Clasberry

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