Netflix's 'The Six Triple Eight' Honors Black Women’s WWII Contributions

Tyler Perry's film spotlights the 6888th Battalion's pivotal role in clearing a massive military mail backlog while confronting racism and sexism.

The film tells the true story of the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion, the only all-Black Women’s Army Corps unit to serve overseas during World War II.
Kerry Washington delivers a standout performance as Major Charity Adams, the battalion's commanding officer and the highest-ranking Black woman in the U.S. Army during the war.
The battalion faced a monumental task of sorting through a 17-million-piece mail backlog, which was critical to boosting soldier morale on the front lines.
Tyler Perry's direction blends historical drama with emotional storytelling, though some critics note the film underexplores the logistical challenges of the battalion's work.
The film, premiering on Netflix on December 20, is being positioned for awards consideration, reflecting ongoing conversations about the blurred lines between theatrical and streaming releases.