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The Other Black Girl

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TV series
2023
1 season
Hulu
Drama
Comedy

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6.1 TMDB worldwide · 34 ratings

Nella, an editorial assistant, is tired of being the only black girl at her company, so she’s excited when Hazel is hired. But as Hazel’s star begins to rise, Nella spirals out and discovers something sinister is going on at the company.

About the show

The Other Black Girl is an American comedy drama mystery thriller television series based on the 2021 novel of the same name by Zakiya Dalila Harris. The series premiered on Hulu on September 13, 2023. It focuses on Nella Rogers, an editorial assistant at Wagner Books and the only Black woman working for the company until the hiring of Hazel-May McCall. Following the hiring of Hazel, strange occurrences lead to Nella discovering the truth about Wagner's disturbing history. The story addresses racism in the corporate world and is inspired by Harris' own experiences as an editor.

The series received positive reviews from critics, who praised its writing, acting, and realistic portrayal of the struggles and racism Black women experience in the workplace. Sinclair Daniel and Ashleigh Murray received universal acclaim for their individual performances and on-screen chemistry together. Brittany Adebumola, Garcelle Beauvais, and Bellamy Young also garnered praise for their supporting roles. The Other Black Girl received numerous accolades, including nominations at the GLAAD Media Awards, NAACP Image Awards, and Black Reel TV Awards. Murray won a NAMIC Vision Award for her performance. In May 2024, the series was canceled after one season.

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