Obama: In Pursuit of a More Perfect Union
The challenge of change.
TV-142021•1h 39m•5.3/10
Documentary
Ratings
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5.3/10(10)
President Obama's personal story and his vision for America, set against the backdrop of the country's racial history.
Production
Kunhardt Films, HBO Documentary Films
Language
EN
Status
Ended
First Aired
August 3, 2021
Last Aired
August 5, 2021
Networks
HBO
Trailers & Videos
Where to Watch
Region US · Lang EN
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Seasons & Episodes
Select a season to view episodes. Reddit links may contain spoilers.
Season
E1
Part 1
Air date: 2021-08-03
A look back at Obama's upbringing, his early days in Hawaii, and his pursuit of higher education at Columbia University and Harvard Law School. Through archival interviews, Obama reflects on the impact of an estranged father, growing up biracial, and his evolving relationship with the Black community in Chicago, where he worked as a community organizer.
E2
Part 2
Air date: 2021-08-04
After announcing his bid for the White House, Obama faces constant pressure on the campaign trail to define his identity.
E3
Part 3
Air date: 2021-08-05
As president, Obama confronts formidable hurdles with a divided Congress and faces criticism as the nation grapples with police brutality.
Cast
Barack Obama
Self
David Remnick
Self
Jelani Cobb
Self
Al Sharpton
Self
Jesse Jackson
Self
Michael Eric Dyson
Self
Valerie Jarrett
Self
David Axelrod
Self
Cornel West
Self
Sherrilyn Ifill
Self
Ta-Nehisi Coates
Self
Jon Favreau
Self
