Black Earth Rising_
As a child, Kate Ashby was rescued from the horrific aftermath of the Rwandan genocide and brought to the UK. But the tragic shadow of her past proves impossible to escape.
Network
BBC Two
Episodes
8
Updated Feb 16, 2026
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Overview
Black Earth Rising has 1 season with 8 episodes spanning 2018.
Year context
Black Earth Rising first aired 8 years ago in 2018.
CAST (8)
Michaela Coel
Kate Ashby
John Goodman
Michael Ennis
Noma Dumezweni
Alice Munezero
Lucian Msamati
David Runihura
Tyrone Huggins
Patrice Ganimana
Tamara Tunie
Eunice Clayton
Emmanuel Imani
Florence Karamera
Abena Ayivor
President Bibi Mundanzi
SEASONS (1 season, 8 episodes)
SEASON 1
SERIES INFO
1
Seasons
8
Episodes
Ended
Status
NETWORKS (1)
BBC Two
DETAILS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Black Earth Rising about?
As a child, Kate Ashby was rescued from the horrific aftermath of the Rwandan genocide and brought to the UK. But the tragic shadow of her past proves impossible to escape.
How many seasons does Black Earth Rising have?
Black Earth Rising has 1 season with 8 episodes total.
Who stars in Black Earth Rising?
The cast of Black Earth Rising includes Michaela Coel, John Goodman, Noma Dumezweni, Lucian Msamati, Tyrone Huggins.
What is the rating of Black Earth Rising?
Black Earth Rising has a rating of 6.4 out of 10 based on 73 votes on TMDB.
Is Black Earth Rising still running?
Black Earth Rising has ended. The final episode aired on .
GENRES (3)
Drama
Crime
Mystery
