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6.6 / 10(11 votes)IMDbFirst Aired: 20192 Seasons

David Makes Man

Series Overview

A 14-year-old prodigy's mother relies on him to find a way out of poverty, but he is haunted by the death of his friend; he must choose between the streets that raised him or the higher education that may offer him a way out.

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Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

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EndedScripted
Original Network
OWN
Episodes & Seasons

2 Seasons • 20 Episodes

43 min per episode

Air Date Window

2019 – 2021

Premiered: Wed, Aug 14, 2019

Created By
Tarell Alvin McCraneyTarell Alvin McCraney

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Tue, Aug 24, 2021

Season 2, Episode 10: “Trouble the Water”

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Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes

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Official Trailer: David Makes Man | David Makes Man | Oprah Winfrey NetworkOfficial

Type: Trailer • Published 2019-06-19

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Tarell Alvin McCraney

Screenplay & Story

Richard ‘Byrd’ Wilson, Lucien Christian Adderley

Original Score & Music

Gary Gunn

Director of Photography

Bob Scott

Producers

John J. Strauss, Allison Davis, Jaquén Castellanos, Wayne Morris, Oprah Winfrey

Department Leadership Roster

Bob Scott

Director of Photography

Allison Davis

Producer

Jaquén Castellanos

Producer

Mark Garner

Production Design

Gary Gunn

Original Music Composer

Wayne Morris

Producer

Official cinematic photography and background stills for David Makes Man.

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Frequently Asked Questions About David Makes Man

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What is David Makes Man about?

A 14-year-old prodigy's mother relies on him to find a way out of poverty, but he is haunted by the death of his friend; he must choose between the streets that raised him or the higher education that may offer him a way out.

How many seasons does David Makes Man have?

David Makes Man comprises 2 seasons available to explore.

Who stars in David Makes Man?

Key cast members in David Makes Man include Akili McDowell, Trinity Cidel, Alana Arenas, Travis Coles, Kwame Patterson.

Who created or directed David Makes Man?

David Makes Man was developed and directed by Tarell Alvin McCraney.