Overview

• 'The Big Cigar' is a six-part limited series on Apple TV+ that reenacts the thrilling escape of Huey P. Newton, founder of the Black Panther Party, from the FBI in 1974.
• André Holland stars as Newton, supported by a cast including Alessandro Nivola, Tiffany Boone, and others, with Don Cheadle directing the first two episodes.
• The show combines elements of a heist and biopic, portraying Newton's collaboration with Hollywood producer Bert Schneider to evade a murder charge.
• Based on Joshuah Bearman's article, the series is produced by Warner Bros. Television and features a vibrant '70s aesthetic.
• Premiering May 17, the series will release new episodes weekly through June 14.