Get On Up: The Triumph of Black America(2023)

Get On Up: The Triumph of Black America is a documentary series that follows David Harewood as he travels across America to examine how African American artists have come to dominate global popular culture. The series explores the remarkable influence Black creators have wielded over the past seven decades since the civil rights movement, tracing the cultural shifts that transformed American entertainment and music. Harewood investigates the pathways these artists took to achieve international prominence, uncovering the historical, social, and creative forces that shaped their rise. From music to film to visual arts, the series reveals how Black cultural innovation reshaped not just America but the world stage. Through interviews and on-location reporting, Get On Up: The Triumph of Black America documents a pivotal transformation in how Black voices and visions now define contemporary culture.