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📊 Series Specifications
Network Apple TV
Episode Runtime ~ min
Total Seasons 1
Total Episodes 6
Original Language EN
Creator Jim Hecht
The Big Cigar (2024)
Created by Jim Hecht
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Ended Series Status:
This series has concluded and all seasons are available for tracking.
Synopsis
Black Panther Party co-founder Huey P. Newton enlists an unlikely ally—Hollywood producer Bert Schneider—to elude an FBI manhunt and escape to Cuba.
Seasons & Episodes
Season 1 (Miniseries)
6 Episodes E1 Panther/Producer
On the heels of his overturned conviction, Huey P. Newton reignites a revolution and meets an unexpected donor.
E2 The Cuban
Huey and Bert's bold plan falls into place. Huey attempts to move the Black Panther Party away from armed confrontation.
E3 Guns & Matzah
Huey and Eldridge stand divided. Bert and Steve clash over Huey. The road to Cuba becomes increasingly treacherous.
E4 What Are Friends For?
A chaotic confrontation leads to a change of plans. Huey and Bobby's differences come to light. Agent Clark pulls out all the stops.
E5 Lost Paradise
Clark puts pressure on the Mexican government. Tragedy strikes Bert. Huey receives life-changing news—and hits another roadblock.
E6 The Pirate
Bert works hard to prove his loyalty. Gwen inspires a grand gesture. Huey's legacy lives on.