The Book of Negroes
Kidnapped in Africa and subsequently enslaved in South Carolina, Aminata must navigate a revolution in New York, isolation in Nova Scotia, and the treacherous jungles of Sierra Leone to secure her freedom in the 18th century.
- Metascore77
- 2015-2015
- 1 season
- BET
- Drama, Documentary, Action & Adventure
Kidnapped in Africa and subsequently enslaved in South Carolina, Aminata must navigate a revolution in New York, isolation in Nova Scotia, and the treacherous jungles of Sierra Leone to secure her freedom in the 18th century.
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Season 1 Episode Guide
Episode 1
Episode #1.1
Mon, Feb 16, 2015 44 mins
A young girl is taken from her home in Africa and forced on a treacherous journey to America.
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Awards
- 2015 - Critics' Choice TV Award - Best Limited Series - Nominated
- 2015 - Critics' Choice TV Award - Best Actress in a Movie/Limited Series - Nominated
- 2015 - Canadian Cinema Editors Award - Best Editing in Television Movie or Mini-Series - Winner
- 2015 - Golden Maple Awards - Best Actor in a TV Series Broadcasted in the US - Nominated
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