When They See Us
  • Network: Netflix
  • Series Premiere Date: May 31, 2019
User Score
7.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 86 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 67 out of 86
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 86
  3. Negative: 15 out of 86

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  1. Acrofilo
    Jun 19, 2019
    10
    I went in with very low expectations and ended up falling in love. The story is touching but that is just the tip of the iceberg. I felt like going on vacation inside an audiovisual piece of art. Particularly the photography and editing is breathtaking. They manage to create an atmosphere in the deepest sense of the word.
  2. mosey2013
    Jun 3, 2019
    9
    Amazing work, episode 4 broke me. The actor playing Korey is heartbreakingly brilliant.
  3. Sseliger
    Jun 5, 2019
    10
    This series will hurt you to watch. But it constantly reminds you that the hurt you feel watching it pales in comparison to the real suffering that these boys were forced through.
  4. mb263
    Jun 5, 2019
    10
    wonderfully produced series. gripping and heart-wrenching. its a must watch
  5. RedAa
    Jun 3, 2019
    10
    I find this show really interesting. Never saw such an emotional drama produced by Netflix like that. The actor, director and writer were really incredible. I like every single detail about this show. he really worth my high rating
  6. zlatanmazuidi
    May 31, 2019
    10
    and the racistss, trumpists, right wing-pseudo movie critics are coming
    DO NOT READ THE OTHER CRITCS OF THE USERS
  7. Mrcool1989
    Jun 5, 2019
    10
    Angrier, sadness and happiness just a emotional ride. Reading and learning about the horrible situation of the Central Park 5 made me as a black man hate and question our system. This movie shines the light on the unfairness that is our judicial system, and rather or not us as human beings even care about justice, fairness and just caring about one another.
  8. mrmonster
    Jun 5, 2019
    8
    Absolutely great television. It does a perfect job capturing the tragedy of the Central Park Five. Not only is it a very well made, well acted show, but it will really make you see the American justice system in a whole new light.
  9. meiscritic
    Jun 30, 2019
    10
    I wish I could state in words what this show is but I really can't. The only way you'll understand if you really invest the time and watch these 4 episodes. It's not a show that suddenly hits you, it's a show that's a growing pang of hurt seeping up on you from behind. It makes you so uncomfortable watching it and that is the testament to how powerful this show is.
  10. Abloobla
    Jun 2, 2019
    10
    A powerful and disturbing depiction of the shortcomings of the US criminal justice system. Ava DuVernay's When They See Us is a must-see.
  11. lfdcs
    Jun 24, 2019
    10
    DuVernay did it again! Following the excellent work when it comes to getting a message across the screen made in "Selma" and "13th", here she goes from micro to macro-realities as simultaneously meets the imagery of an wrongfully conviction with Trump's advocacy for death and horror. 13th had already mentioned this case, but the horrors of prison are coming across so vividly here thatDuVernay did it again! Following the excellent work when it comes to getting a message across the screen made in "Selma" and "13th", here she goes from micro to macro-realities as simultaneously meets the imagery of an wrongfully conviction with Trump's advocacy for death and horror. 13th had already mentioned this case, but the horrors of prison are coming across so vividly here that sometimes watching it as a black person myself gets tough and I had to take several breaks. Masterpiece and necessary.… Expand
  12. drazgon
    Aug 10, 2019
    9
    Espectacular! Una injusticia como la copa de un pino y solo pensar ser el padre de uno de esos chavales se te pone el estómago del revés. Otra muestra más de que en más de 30 años la política no ha cambiado nada.

Awards & Rankings

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#11 Best TV Season of 2019
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#29 Most Discussed TV Season of 2019
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#73 Most Shared TV Season of 2019

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Metascore
87

Universal acclaim - based on 24 Critics

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 22 out of 24
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 24
  3. Negative: 0 out of 24
  1. Reason.com
    Reviewed by: Glenn Garvin
    Jun 22, 2019
    90
    As television storytelling, it's little short of brilliant. As history, the verdict is less certain.
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  2. Vox.com
    Reviewed by: Alissa Wilkinson
    May 31, 2019
    90
    DuVernay’s series offers a different way into the story, one made for an age of true crime obsession — and not only is it compelling, but it’s desperately needed.
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  3. New York Post
    Reviewed by: Robert Rorke
    May 31, 2019
    88
    The actors are all top-notch — but expect special recognition come Emmy-time for Jerome, who dominates the fourth hour, Farmiga and Ellis. “When They See Us” is a tough watch, but viewers will be moved and sickened at the prevalence of racism even in our so-called sophisticated cities.
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