Black Earth Rising: Season 1
Miniseries
Black Earth Rising season 1 is available in the US on Netflix.
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Black Earth Rising season 1 streaming guide
Black Earth Rising season 1 (2018) has 8 episodes. In the US, it’s available on Netflix. The season premiered on September 10, 2018. The last episode aired on October 29, 2018.
Rescued from the horrific aftermath of the Rwandan genocide as a child, Kate was adopted and brought up in Britain by Eve Ashby, a world-class international lawyer. Kate has long struggled to escape the shadow of her past, but is now returning to work as a legal investigator in the same chambers as Eve, under leading international lawyer Michael Ennis. Kate and Eve's relationship is strained to breaking point when a controversial militia leader, who had once fought to stop the genocide, is captured in the Democratic Republic of Congo, and Eve takes on his prosecution at the International Criminal Court.
Season 1 Episodes
As a child, Kate was rescued from the aftermath of the Rwandan genocide. Now she is shocked when her adoptive mother prosecutes a controversial militia leader.
A shocking incident at the International Criminal Court changes everything. Michael launches a new investigation and turns to Kate for help.
Kate works alongside Michael to defend Alice Munezero from the charges laid against her - facing down threats to her own safety to reach the truth.
Kate and Michael are stunned to learn a notorious genocidaire is now in the UK. Attempts to bring him to justice drive a wedge between the two.
Alienated from Michael, Kate considers helping the Rwandans bring Ganimana to justice.
Kate faces down danger in her search for a case file her mother had prepared against Ganimana years before.
As Michael works to expose a long-buried crime, Kate learns the shocking truth about her own history.
While Michael works to expose an intricate conspiracy in London, Kate travels alone to Africa seeking the truth about her personal history.
In the US, Black Earth Rising season 1 is available on Netflix. This episode list is updated as new episodes air.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Black Earth Rising season 1?
Black Earth Rising season 1 is available in the US on Netflix. The episode list and Watch links are on this page.
How many episodes does Black Earth Rising season 1 have?
Black Earth Rising season 1 has 8 episodes; the first episode aired on September 10, 2018.
Where can I watch Black Earth Rising season 1 episode 1?
Black Earth Rising season 1 episode 1 (“In Other News”) is available in the US on Netflix, along with the rest of the season.
When did Black Earth Rising season 1 come out?
Black Earth Rising season 1 premiered on September 10, 2018.
What audio and subtitle options does Black Earth Rising season 1 have?
Audio and subtitle options for Black Earth Rising season 1 depend on the platform; US streaming services usually offer English closed captions (CC).
