Unforgivable Blackness: The Rise and Fall of Jack Johnson
- Documentary
The story of Jack Johnson, the first African-American boxer to win a title and his struggle to live as a free man.
Unforgivable Blackness: The Rise and Fall of Jack Johnson is a documentary series that chronicles the life of Jack Johnson, the first African-American heavyweight boxing champion, and the racial persecution he faced. Directed by Ken Burns, the series examines Johnson's boxing career, his defiance of racial boundaries, and the systemic racism that sought to destroy him. The complete series aired in 2005.
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Samuel L. JacksonNarrator (voice)
Keith DavidJack Johnson (voice)- Jack JohnsonSelf (archive footage)
Stanley CrouchSelf - writer- James Earl JonesSelf - actor
- Bert SugarSelf - boxing historian
Gerald EarlySelf - writer- José TorresSelf - Former Light Heavyweight Champion
- Randy RobertsSelf - biographer
- Jack NewfieldSelf - journalist
- W.C. HeinzSelf - sportswriter
George PlimptonSelf - writer
Seasons
1 season
Episodes · Season 1
Full season| # | Title | Air date | Runtime | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Part One | 2005-01-17 | 111m | 0.0 |
| 02 | Part Two | 2005-01-18 | 102m | 0.0 |
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Is Unforgivable Blackness: The Rise and Fall of Jack Johnson renewed or cancelled?
Unforgivable Blackness: The Rise and Fall of Jack Johnson has ended — it concluded its planned run.
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When did Unforgivable Blackness premiere?
The series premiered on January 17, 2005.
How many episodes are in the series?
The documentary consists of 1 season, which aired as a complete limited series.
Where can I watch Unforgivable Blackness?
The series is available on PBS and select streaming platforms that carry PBS documentaries. Check your local PBS station or streaming service for availability.
Who directed this documentary?
The series was directed by Ken Burns, the acclaimed documentary filmmaker known for his distinctive historical narratives.
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