black-ish (2014)
A family man struggles to gain a sense of cultural identity while raising his kids in a predominantly white, upper-middle-class neighborhood.
Details
First Air Date
9/24/2014
Last Air Date
4/19/2022
Network
ABC
Rating
7/10 (304 votes)
Status
Ended
Production Companies
ABC Studios, Cinema Gypsy Productions, Khalabo Ink Society, ABC Signature
About black-ish
The comedy series "black-ish," which premiered in 2014, follows a family man's efforts to connect with his cultural identity. He navigates this while raising his children in an affluent, predominantly white neighborhood. The show explores themes of family and racial issues through its sitcom format.
Over eight seasons and 175 episodes, "black-ish" maintained a comedic approach to contemporary life. Its run concluded, reflecting its status as a completed series. The show holds a 7.0 average rating from 304 TMDb votes and a 7.3 rating from over 27,000 IMDb users.
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What reviewers are saying
One reviewer noted that "black-ish" effectively balances entertainment and humor with relevant issues faced by Black individuals today, despite some exaggerated characters typical of sitcoms. They appreciated the show's willingness to address serious topics in prime time.
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You can stream *black-ish* on Netflix and Hulu. It's also available on Disney+ and Philo, or you can purchase episodes on platforms like Amazon Video and Apple TV.
*Black-ish* is a sitcom created by Kenya Barris that follows the Johnson family as they navigate personal, familial, and sociopolitical issues while trying to maintain their Black identity in a wealthy, suburban neighborhood. While not a true story, it explores themes and cultural identity that resonate with real-life experiences.
There are 8 seasons of *black-ish*, which aired from 2014 to 2022.
*Black-ish* received generally positive reviews throughout its run, with critics praising its ability to address important cultural issues and blend humor with social commentary. It earned Emmy and Golden Globe nominations, and Tracee Ellis Ross won a Golden Globe for her role.