X
  • TV-MA
  • HBO
  • Aug 16, 2015
  • 58 m
  • TV-MA
  • HBO
  • Aug 16, 2015
  • 58 m
Show Me a Hero

Summary Based on Lisa Belkin's nonfiction book of the same name, a mayor (Oscar Isaac) faces a federal court decision forcing his city to build low-income housing in white neighborhoods during the 1980s.

Directed By: Paul Haggis

Written By: William F. Zorzi, David Simon, Lisa Belkin

  • TV-MA
  • HBO
  • Aug 16, 2015
  • 58 m
  • TV-MA
  • HBO
  • Aug 16, 2015
  • 58 m
Show Me a Hero
S1 • Episode 2
Episode #1.2
Air Date: Aug 16, 2015
User Score Available after 4 ratings
tbd
My Score
Hover and click to give a rating Saved

Summary Based on Lisa Belkin's nonfiction book of the same name, a mayor (Oscar Isaac) faces a federal court decision forcing his city to build low-income housing in white neighborhoods during the 1980s.

Season Episodes

View All Seasons
Episode 1 • Aug 16, 2015 • 56 m
Episode #1.1
In 1987, as Yonkers City Council faces the prospect of being held in contempt if it fails to comply with an order to build low-income housing within the city, Councilman Nick Wasicsko plans to run for mayor.
Episode 2 • Aug 16, 2015 • 58 m
Episode #1.2
As 1988 begins, Nick tries to convince the Yonkers City Council to agree to the housing plan as the reaction from residents of the proposed new build sites turns nasty. Meanwhile, Carmen and Doreen face tough decisions.
Episode 3 • Aug 23, 2015 • 57 m
Episode #1.3
The crisis drags on into September 1988, and Nick finds himself unable to solicit support from anyone. Meanwhile, Carmen receives unexpected news, and Doreen struggles to adjust to life in a new home.
Episode 4 • Aug 23, 2015 • 58 m
Episode #1.4
Spallone proves to be a much tougher opponent than Nick expected, Carmen makes plans for the future, Billie faces a crisis, and Doreen's life begins to spiral out of control.
Episode 5 • Aug 30, 2015 • 58 m
Episode #1.5
In 1991, Nick plots his next political move. Meanwhile, Mary learns about the other side of the housing argument, and Doreen plans to give something back to the community.
Episode 6 • Aug 30, 2015 • 1 h 11 m
Episode #1.6
In 1992, the first families begin moving in to the new townhouses, but their arrival is not greeted with an entirely positive reception. Meanwhile, Nick finds his political position under threat.

Top Cast

View All
View All Cast & Crew

User Reviews

There are no user reviews yet. Be the first to add a review.

Related Shows

The Office (UK)

97
Universal Acclaim

Bo Burnham: Inside

96
Universal Acclaim

The Staircase

95
Universal Acclaim

Homicide: Life on the Street

95
Universal Acclaim

The Sopranos

94
Universal Acclaim

Bleak House

93
Universal Acclaim

Samurai Jack

93
Universal Acclaim

Fleabag

92
Universal Acclaim

The Underground Railroad

92
Universal Acclaim

Atlanta

92
Universal Acclaim

Romeo & Juliet

92
Universal Acclaim

My So-Called Life

92
Universal Acclaim

Genndy Tartakovsky's Primal

91
Universal Acclaim

This Is Going To Hurt

91
Universal Acclaim

It's a Sin

91
Universal Acclaim

The Bear

91
Universal Acclaim

Borgen

91
Universal Acclaim

The Wire

91
Universal Acclaim

The Zen Diaries of Garry Shandling

90
Universal Acclaim

The Night Of

90
Universal Acclaim

The Corner

90
Universal Acclaim

Boomtown

89
Universal Acclaim

Related News

2024 Summer/Fall TV Premiere Calendar

2024 Summer/Fall TV Premiere Calendar

Jason Dietz

Find a frequently updated calendar of premiere dates for all upcoming new and returning television shows on broadcast, streaming, and cable, plus TV movies and specials and VOD releases.

  • tv show
What to Watch on Apple TV+ Right Now

What to Watch on Apple TV+ Right Now

Jason Dietz

Get a list of the best movie and TV titles recently added (and coming soon) to Apple TV+, updated frequently.

  • tv show
What to Watch on Peacock Right Now

What to Watch on Peacock Right Now

Jason Dietz

Get a list of the best movies and TV shows recently added (and coming soon) to the Peacock streaming service, updated frequently.

  • tv show
May 2024 TV Preview

May 2024 TV Preview

Jason Dietz

The month ahead will bring Apple's latest sci-fi series, the return of Hacks, a new Doctor Who, and more.

  • tv show
What to Watch on Paramount+ Right Now

What to Watch on Paramount+ Right Now

Jason Dietz

Find a list of the best movies and TV shows recently added to Paramount+ and Paramount+ With Showtime, plus a list of titles coming soon to the streaming services.

  • tv show
What to Watch on Max Right Now

What to Watch on Max Right Now

Jason Dietz

Get a list of the best movies and TV shows recently added (and coming soon) to Max--plus all of the titles leaving the streaming service this month--updated frequently.

  • tv show