Historical limited series with satirical bite and moral fire.
Why it matters
Episode guide
7 episodes across 1 seasons — titles, air dates, and synopses.
At a glance
A young enslaved boy is swept into John Brown's crusade toward Harpers Ferry.
Network & studio
- Showtime — cable network
Why watch now
Watch for the cultural DNA of the 2020s — and the star power that made living rooms feel like red carpets.
Cultural impact
Historical limited series with satirical bite and moral fire.
Creators
Ethan Hawke · Mark Richard
Key cast
- Ethan Hawke as John Brown
- Joshua Caleb Johnson as Henry Shackleford
- Wyatt Russell as Smoke
Flash facts
- The Good Lord Bird aired on Showtime (2020).
- Genres: historical, drama.
- Part of the TV Flash 2020s catalog.
- Network home(s): Showtime.
FAQ
What network aired The Good Lord Bird?
The Good Lord Bird is associated with Showtime (2020).
Why is The Good Lord Bird in the TV Flash top 100 for the 2020s?
Historical limited series with satirical bite and moral fire.
Who are the key names behind The Good Lord Bird?
Creators and principals include Ethan Hawke, Mark Richard.
Official & further reading
External sites for further reading — TV Flash is not affiliated with these networks or studios.
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