HBO’s 'Eyes on the Prize III' Chronicles Civil Rights Struggles from 1977 to 2015
The six-part docuseries explores pivotal movements in racial justice and equality, connecting past and present struggles.
- The series, 'Eyes on the Prize III: We Who Believe in Freedom Cannot Rest,' builds on the iconic 1987 and 1990 documentaries by Henry Hampton, covering civil rights history from 1977 to 2015.
- Episodes highlight diverse issues such as affirmative action, environmental racism, the AIDS crisis, and the origins of Black Lives Matter, with a focus on grassroots activism and lesser-known stories.
- The documentary features archival footage and contemporary interviews, emphasizing the ongoing nature of the civil rights movement and its evolution to include women and queer voices.
- Key moments include the Million Man March, the fight for public school integration, and community-led efforts to combat systemic inequalities in housing and public health.
- Directed by multiple filmmakers and executive produced by Dawn Porter, the series is available on HBO and streaming on Max starting February 25, 2025.