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White Famous

2017·Show
10Episodes in1Season·TV-MA
IMDb6.2Metacritic543.5Rotten Tomatoes53%73%
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Where to watch

PrimePlexAmazon Prime Video Free with AdsTubi TVAmazon MX Player

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White Famous fingerprint

Funny, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Fast Pace7
  • Tension5
  • Adrenaline4

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Romance6
  • Hopefulness5
  • Pathos4

Humor

Plenty of situational comedy and satire

  • Situational Comedy8
  • Satire & Parody8
  • Wit & Wordplay7

World

Everyday modern life, show business, and society

  • 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

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About

Floyd Mooney is a young African-American comedian whose star is on the rise. But the path to stardom is a minefield that Floyd must navigate to maintain his credibility while attempting to become “white famous.”
Hollywood SatireShowbiz ComedyRacial IdentityCultural CommentaryStand-Up ComedyBlack ExperienceNavigating FameSocial CritiqueCelebrity Culture

Crew

Directed by:
Ken Whittingham

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about White Famous

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream White Famous legally?

PrimePlexAmazon Prime Video Free with AdsTubi TVAmazon MX Player

White Famous is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Plex, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, and Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is White Famous worth watching?

53
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 54/100 (IMDb 6.2, Rotten Tomatoes 53%, and Metacritic 54). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is White Famous rated?

TV-MAStrong languageSexual contentDrug use

It's rated TV-MA in the United States. Content advisories: strong language, sexual content, and drug use.

How many seasons does White Famous have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 10 episodes of about 30 minutes each.

Do critics and audiences agree on White Famous?

Critics54
Audiences57

Yes. Critics average 54 and audiences 57 out of 100, so both groups see White Famous much the same way.

When did White Famous air?

It ran from 2017 to 2017 and has ended.

What language is White Famous in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch White Famous?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for White Famous in 14 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.