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Washington Black 2025

TV series · English · July 23, 2025

Created by Selwyn Seyfu Hinds

Starring Ernest Kingsley Jr, Eddie Karanja, Rupert Graves, Iola Evans, Edward Bluemel

Washington Black represents a drama miniseries crafted by Selwyn Seyfu Hinds for streaming platform Hulu. The show features Ernest Kinglsey Jr., Rupert Graves, Iola Evans, Edward Bluemel, Sharon Duncan-Brewster, Eddie Karanja, Tom Ellis, and Sterling K. Brown in starring roles. Based on the novel by Esi Edugyan, this series unfolds in the 19th century following a young Black inventor's global journey, revealing his self-discovery and dedication to innovation.

The miniseries premiered on Hulu during July 23, 2025. Critics provided largely favorable assessments of the production.

Cast

• Ernest Kingsley JrGeorge Washington 'Wash' Black / Jack Crawdord
• Eddie Karanjayoung George Washington 'Wash' Black
• Rupert GravesGeoffrey M
• Iola EvansTanna Goff
• Edward BluemelGordon Alistair / William 'Billy' McGee
• Sharon Duncan-BrewsterMiss Angie
• Tom EllisChristopher 'Titch' Wilde
• Sterling K. BrownMedwin Harris
• Julian Rhind-TuttErasmus Wilde
• Billy BoydWillard
• Ntare Guma Mbaho MwineGaius
• Shaunette Renée WilsonBig Kit / Nawi
• Charles DanceJames Wilde
• Blaine DoreyPorter

Crew

Creator

Selwyn Seyfu Hinds

Producer

Judd Rea, Abby Victor, Danielle Reardon

Executive producer

Selwyn Seyfu Hinds, Kimberly Ann Harrison, Sterling K. Brown, Ellen Goldsmith-Vein, Wanuri Kahiu, Maurice Marable, Rob Seidenglanz, Jeremy Bell, Lindsay Williams, D.J. Goldberg, Jennifer M. Johnson, Anthony Hemingway

Details

Production

20th Television, Indian Meadow Productions, The Gotham Group

Network

Hulu

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