Washington Black

It's rare for a show to lose me within the first ten minutes, but Washington Black unfortunately did just that-and not because I lacked interest in the subject matter.

On the contrary, I was intrigued. Based on Esi Edugyan's award-winning novel of the same name, Washington Black had all the ingredients for a compelling and timely story: a young Black boy escaping slavery in 19th-century Barbados, science fiction elements, themes of identity and freedom, and a historical sweep that promised rich visual storytelling. Sadly, the show falters almost immediately, weighed down by clumsy pacing, shallow character introductions, and an uncertain tone that never quite knows what kind of story it wants to tell.

Omg, the choice of actors, Tom Ellis, Sterling K. Brown, Rupert Graves, Ernest Kingsley Junior, Eddie Karanja, Lola Evans, even the short scenes of the crazy character you will never forget played by Chris Patrick-Simpson! And many more... this cast of characters is turning into the book of Leviticus with all the legendary names in HOLLYWOOD. Watching such beauty and the most incredible scenery in each episode depicting the oceans and islands is a complete honor. The storyline was excellent, although I wish it were exactly true. You have to feel there is a bit of fantasy mixed in. I am still watching this series, and dreading the moment it will end soon. My dog is barking at the door. The dishes need to be washed, the floors need to be cleaned, the whole house is a mess, and thank God I can pause the show and tend to all of my chores and then return to finish the show! I love technology! Thank you, Hulu!. 😊

Washington Black really caught me off guard-in the best way. It's got everything I love in a series: science, tech, social justice, and a little romance.

The story pulls you in and keeps you thinking. It doesn't talk down to the audience, and the characters actually feel like real people, not just plot devices. There's a depth to it, but it's still totally watchable and entertaining.

If you're into shows that mix brains with emotion and don't follow the same old predictable formula, give this one a shot. It's something different-and it works.

I hadn't heard much about Washington Black before watching, but after just one episode, I'm completely hooked. The story is gripping, the visuals are stunning, and the acting is top-tier. Seeing some of my favorite actors like Sterling K. Brown and Tom Ellis in the cast makes it even better. I can't wait to see where this journey goes!

This isn't just another slave series but naturally it takes place in the 1800s so there are moments where slavery comes into play. The series is about George Washington Black and his journey as a young adult learning advanced technology. He's an inspired black inventor. Lola Evan's is the co star. Her acting is excellent and she's very pretty. Sterling browns character is charismatic but he doesn't really have an accent and talks in modern day slang which can ruin the immersion.

Overall this show is kind of boring. The protagonist looks like Ed Sheeran. The plot is slow and predictable. I'd be surprised if this gets renewed for a 2nd season.