About this season
Decades after the assassination of African American leader Malcolm X, an activist embarks on a complex mission seeking truth in the name of justice.
Episodes (6)
1. Marked Man
Aired 30 September 2019 • 43 min
Activist Abdur-Rahman Muhammad begins his own investigation into the perplexing details surrounding the assassination of civil rights leader Malcolm X.
2. Straight Man in a Crooked Game
Aired 7 October 2019 • 43 min
As Elijah Muhammad's organization rises, tensions between Nation of Islam members and Malcolm X surface. Abdur-Rahman looks for the assassins' names.
3. Black Messiah
Aired 14 October 2019 • 43 min
Fearing a radical revolution, the authorities increase surveillance of Malcolm X amid rifts and retaliation. A boxing champion joins the Nation.
4. Showdown
Aired 21 October 2019 • 43 min
Malcolm X cuts ties with the NOI and takes aim at Elijah Muhammad's reputation. Abdur-Rahman closes in on Malcolm X's alleged chief assassin.
5. Shotgun Man
Aired 28 October 2019 • 43 min
Abdur-Rahman pursues a controversial figure in Newark and examines the dangerous conditions involving police that ultimately led to Malcolm X's death.
6. Legacies
Aired 4 November 2019 • 43 min
Time snatches away an opportunity. Abdur-Rahman uncovers more shocking details, and decades later, Malcolm X's death continues to impact generations.