By Whatever Means Necessary: The Times of Godfather of Harlem - Season 1 - Eps 1: Mecca
The 'cultural capital of Black America,' 1960s Harlem faces problems and rising tensions as all over the country, civil rights protests proliferate. As the decade unfolds, music gives voice to a community fighting for justice.
About By Whatever Means Necessary: The Times of Godfather of Harlem
Title: By Whatever Means Necessary: The Times of Godfather of Harlem
First Air Date: 2020-11-08
Last Air Date: 2020-11-29
Status: Ended
Rating: 8/10 (from 1 votes)
Language: EN
Seasons: 1
Total Episodes: 4
Network: Epix
Genres: Documentary
Production Companies: Significant Productions, Decoder Media
Synopsis
Inspired by the music and subjects featured in the series “Godfather of Harlem,” this documentary series brings alive the dramatic true story of Harlem and its music during the 1960s, and connects that history to our present moment.
Cast
Forest Whitaker
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Giancarlo Esposito
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Ilfenesh Hadera
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Gladys Knight
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Martha Reeves
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Jamal Joseph
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Herbie Hancock
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Markuann Smith
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Denise Oliver-Velez
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Gary Bartz
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