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PBS is honoring Black History Month 2026 with "Black and Jewish America: An Interwoven History," a stunning four-part docuseries hosted, narrated, and written by Henry Louis Gates Jr. New episodes drop every week through Feb 24.

Here's how to watch "Black and Jewish America" online from anywhere with a VPN – and potentially for free.

'Black and Jewish America: An Interwoven History' release date and time

The series premiered on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, on PBS. New episodes are scheduled to air weekly on Tuesdays at 9/8c on your local PBS station.
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The series traces centuries of shared struggle and civic partnership between Black and Jewish Americans, including Jewish slave owners, antisemitism within parts of the Black Power movement, and the 1991 Crown Heights riots.

There are also powerful moments of solidarity, including the Civil Rights-era alliance embodied by figures like Martin Luther King Jr. and Rabbi Abraham Joshua Heschel. The production also touches on modern flashpoints, including the 2017 Charlottesville rally and the aftermath of October 7, explored in "One Day in October".

Viewers can expect rich archival footage, insightful interviews. Read on for how to watch and stream the "Black and Jewish" documentary from where you are.

Watch 'Black and Jewish America: An Interwoven History' in the U.S.

'Black and Jewish America' airs on PBS. Want to stream PBS for free? You can watch via the PBS website or the PBS app, available on mobile devices and for platforms like Roku, Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV.

Pro tip: If you’re a supporter of your local PBS station, a PBS Passport membership unlocks on-demand access to the series through PBS and participating stations.

Outside the U.S.? Americans traveling abroad can stream the PBS from anywhere with a VPN. Details below.

Watch 'Black and Jewish America: An Interwoven History' from anywhere

Away from home at the moment and blocked from watching TV shows on your usual streaming subscription? Try a VPN (Virtual Private Network), which makes your devices appear to be back in your home country regardless of where you are, making it ideal for viewers away on vacation or on business. One of our favorites is Norton VPN — we explain why in our Norton VPN Review.

Watch 'Black and Jewish America: An Interwoven History' in the U.K.

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As of February 2026, there’s no confirmed UK broadcaster or streaming platform for the series, and PBS streaming is generally restricted to the US because of licensing rules.

For now, your most practical option is to monitor future UK broadcast or streaming deals.

If you’re a US resident visiting the UK, a VPN such as Norton VPN can help you access your existing PBS options while you’re traveling.

Watch 'Black and Jewish America: An Interwoven History' in Canada

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There’s currently no specific Canadian broadcaster confirmed for the series.

Your best bet is to check the PBS website or PBS app, with the caveat that access may be geo-restricted outside the US. PBS Passport may work if you’re a member of a U.S. PBS station, but availability can vary. Prime Video might carry the series through the PBS Documentaries add-on, though regional restrictions may still apply.

If you’re a US resident visiting Canada, a VPN such as Norton VPN can help you access your existing PBS options while you’re traveling.

Watch 'Black and Jewish America: An Interwoven History' in Australia

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As of February 2026, there’s no Australian broadcaster or streaming platform confirmed for the series, and PBS streaming is expected to remain focused on US viewers.

If you want to watch in Australia, you can monitor schedules in case a broadcaster such as SBS or ABC picks up the rights later, though there hasn’t been any announcement yet. Use a good VPN if you're visiting Australia from the U.S.

'Black and Jewish America: An Interwoven History' — trailer

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'Black and Jewish America: An Interwoven History' — Episode guide

Each episode runs about 50 minutes, and there are four in total.

Episode 1, "Let My People Go" (Feb 3): Covers history up to the 1920s, exploring early differences, shared struggles, and the beginnings of civic partnerships.

Episode 2, "Strange Fruit" (Feb 10): The title and air date are confirmed, but a detailed synopsis is unknown.

Episode 3, "The 'Grand Alliance'" (Feb 17): Focuses on the mid-20th century alliance between Black and Jewish Americans, likely centering on the Civil Rights era.

Episode 4, "Crossroads" (Feb 24): Looks at contemporary tensions, the rise in hate targeting both communities, and what coalition building looks like today.

'Black and Jewish America: An Interwoven History' — FAQs

What is the premise of the series?

The four-part series explores the rich, complex relationship between Black and Jewish Americans across history. It examines powerful moments of solidarity, including the Civil Rights era, as well as periods of deep division, offering a fuller picture of how their stories have been intertwined.

Who is hosting the documentary?

The series is hosted, narrated, and written by renowned Harvard professor and historian Henry Louis Gates Jr.

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