Black Jesus

2014·Show
31Episodes in3Seasons
63
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb7.0Metacritic738.0Rotten Tomatoes–70%

Where to watch

Adult SwimSpectrum On DemandTubi TV

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Black Jesus fingerprint

Funny, light on feelings.

Energy

Fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Fast Pace7
  • Spectacle4
  • Tension3

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Hopefulness6
  • Wholesome5
  • Pathos4

Humor

Plenty of satire and situational comedy

  • Satire & Parody9
  • Situational Comedy8
  • Dark Humor8

World

Society, everyday modern life, and faith and meaning

  • Dialogue Centrality9
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout dialogue

  • Dialogue Quality8
  • Direction7
  • Acting7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Cinematography6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightParty VibePartner WatchSolo WatchBackground WatchBinge-FriendlyDrop-in FriendlyThought-Provoking

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About

A TV series finds Jesus living in present day Compton, CA on a daily mission to spread love and kindness throughout the neighborhood with the help of his small but loyal group of downtrodden followers.
Satirical ComedyModern Day ParodyCompton SettingSocial CommentaryStreet PhilosophyCharacter-Driven ComedyControversial ThemesAbsurdist HumorRedemptive ArcDialogue-Heavy

Crew

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Black Jesus

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Black Jesus legally?

Adult SwimSpectrum On DemandTubi TV

Black Jesus is included with a subscription to Adult Swim in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Adult Swim, Spectrum On Demand, and Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Black Jesus worth watching?

63
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 64/100 (IMDb 7 and Metacritic 73). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Black Jesus rated?

Strong languageDrug use

Content advisories: strong language and drug use.

How many seasons does Black Jesus have?

3 seasons

It has 3 seasons with 31 episodes.

Do critics and audiences agree on Black Jesus?

Critics73
Audiences73

Yes. Critics average 73 and audiences 73 out of 100, so both groups see Black Jesus much the same way.

When did Black Jesus air?

It ran from 2014 to 2019 and has ended.

What language is Black Jesus in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Black Jesus?

6AUCAFRGBIEUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Black Jesus in 6 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Black Jesus use?

Even Evil Has StandardsJesus Was Way CoolGangbangersToxic Friend InfluenceLiteral MetaphorRunning GagJerkassHeterosexual Life-PartnersHooker with a Heart of GoldCrazy Homeless PeopleCon ManPunch-Clock Villainand 27 more

TV Tropes lists 39 storytelling tropes for Black Jesus, including Even Evil Has Standards, Jesus Was Way Cool, Gangbangers.

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