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Black and Jewish America: An Interwoven History

Black and Jewish America: An Interwoven History

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Black and Jewish America: An Interwoven History

2026- 2026

1 Seasons

4 Episodes

5.3(3 votes)

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Documentary

Overview

Four-part docuseries that explores the complex relationship between Black Americans and Jewish Americans - forged in shared struggle, tested by division, and representing a uniquely American experience.

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Social & External

Production Companies

McGee Media

Inkwell Media

WETA

Episodes

No episodes found for this season.

The people behind it

Cast & crew

1 featured cast member

Starring

Henry Louis Gates, Jr.

Henry Louis Gates, Jr.

Self - Host

Creative team

Showrunner: Henry Louis Gates, Jr.
Dyllan McGee
Produced by: Julia Marchesi

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