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Great Migrations: A People on the Move

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Explores the transformative impact of Black migration on American culture and society. From the waves of Black Americans to the North—and back South—over the last century to the growing number of immigrants from Africa and the Caribbean today, movement is a defining feature of the Black experience.

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Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

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Original Network
PBS
Episodes & Seasons

1 Season • 4 Episodes

Air Date Window

2025 – 2025

Premiered: Tue, Jan 28, 2025

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Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Tue, Feb 18, 2025

Season 1, Episode 4: “Coming to America”

Episode 4 of Great Migrations tells the story of African and Caribbean immigrants in the 20th and 21st centuries. It traces their journeys to the United States, the contributions they have made to the nation’s economy and culture, and how they have impacted what it means to be Black in America.

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Great Migrations: A People on the Move | Official Trailer | Premieres January 28, 2025 on OETA

Type: Trailer • Published 2024-12-26

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Producers

Henry Louis Gates, Jr., Dyllan McGee, Julia Marchesi, Nailah Ife Sims

Department Leadership Roster

Julia Marchesi

Producer

Nailah Ife Sims

Producer

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What is Great Migrations: A People on the Move about?

Explores the transformative impact of Black migration on American culture and society. From the waves of Black Americans to the North—and back South—over the last century to the growing number of immigrants from Africa and the Caribbean today, movement is a defining feature of the Black experience.

How many seasons does Great Migrations: A People on the Move have?

Great Migrations: A People on the Move comprises 1 season available to explore.

Who stars in Great Migrations: A People on the Move?

Key cast members in Great Migrations: A People on the Move include Henry Louis Gates, Jr..

Who created or directed Great Migrations: A People on the Move?

Great Migrations: A People on the Move was developed and directed by Not specified.