Hulu has unveiled the official trailer for its upcoming limited series, “Washington Black,” featuring Ernest Kingsley Jr. and Sterling K. Brown. Scheduled to premiere on July 23 on Hulu in the U.S. and Disney+ internationally, the eight-episode series is an adaptation of Esi Edugyan’s acclaimed novel of the same name.
The story revolves around George Washington “Wash” Black, an intelligent eleven-year-old boy born on a sugar plantation in Barbados. Following a life-altering accident, Wash embarks on a thrilling adventure that challenges his perception of family, freedom, and love. As he navigates uncharted territories and daunting obstacles, Wash discovers the courage to envision a future beyond the constraints of his upbringing.
Joining the cast alongside Kingsley Jr. and Brown are Tom Ellis, Rupert Graves, Iola Evans, Edward Bluemel, Charles Dance, Sharon Duncan-Brewster, Eddie Karanja, Julian Rhind-Tutt, Shaunette Renée Wilson, Blaine Dorey, Ntare Guma Mbaho Mwine, and Billy Boyd.
Showrunners Selwyn Seyfu Hinds and Kimberly Ann Harrison, along with co-producer Esi Edugyan, lead the production of “Washington Black.” The series boasts an impressive lineup of executive producers, including Brown, Hinds, Harrison, and others, with 20th Television Production, Indian Meadows Productions, and The Gotham Group collaborating on its creation.
In addition to the exciting series announcement, CJ ENM America has welcomed Courteney Tarantin as its new Vice President of Scripted TV. With a focus on developing original scripted content and adapting intellectual property from CJ ENM’s vast content library, Tarantin will play a pivotal role in shaping the company’s scripted offerings.
Bringing a wealth of industry experience from her previous role at Rideback, where she contributed to the success of scripted series across various platforms, Tarantin’s expertise will be crucial in driving CJ ENM America’s scripted expansion. Her track record of championing diverse voices and delivering compelling series aligns perfectly with the company’s mission to create globally resonant stories.
Elsie Choi, Executive Vice President and Head of Scripted TV at CJ ENM America, expresses her excitement about Tarantin’s appointment, citing her creative instincts and strategic thinking as valuable assets to the team. With Tarantin on board, CJ ENM America is poised to continue producing engaging and innovative scripted content for audiences worldwide.
Stay tuned for the premiere of “Washington Black” and follow the journey of Wash as he embarks on a transformative adventure that will captivate viewers with its compelling narrative and stellar cast.
