Catch ‘Eyes on the Prize III’ as it delves into the ongoing fight for justice
Catch ‘Eyes on the Prize III’ as it delves into the ongoing fight for justice
This six-part documentary explores the fight for justice from 1977 to 2015.
To understand where we’re headed, we have to take a good look at where we’ve been. The fight for racial equity in America didn’t end with the marches and sit-ins of the civil rights era - it continued quietly in communities and homes, unfolding in ways that shaped the world we live in today. It’s in this spirit of reflection and progress that “Eyes on the Prize III: We Who Believe in Freedom Cannot Rest 1977-2015” begins. The original “Eyes on the Prize” became a defining look at America’s civil rights movement, and now this new installment continues the story into recent decades. This new chapter of the landmark documentary series brings to light stories from 1977 to 2015, showing how individuals and movements pushed forward, inspiring change and justice in the face of ongoing inequality. The six-part series premieres Tuesday, Feb. 25, at 9 p.m. ET on HBO and streams the same day on Max.
How to watch ‘Eyes on the Prize III: We Who Believe in Freedom Cannot Rest 1977-2015’
- When: Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2025 at 9 p.m. ET
- TV: HBO
- Stream: Watch with a subscription to Max
- From anywhere: Watch with a subscription to a VPN.
Everything you need to know about ‘Eyes on the Prize III’
When do episodes of ‘Eyes on the Prize III’ air?
| Date | Time (ET) | Episode | Platform |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday, Feb. 25 | 9 p.m. | America, Don’t Look Away 1977-1988 | HBO, Max |
| 10 p.m. | Trapped: 1989-1995 | HBO, Max | |
| Wednesday, Feb. 26 | 10 p.m. | Million Man March 1995 | HBO, Max |
| Thursday, Feb. 27 | 9 p.m. | Spoil The Vine 1982-2011 | HBO, Max |
| 10 p.m. | We Don’t See Color 1996-2013 | HBO, Max | |
| 11 p.m. | What Comes After Hope? 2008-2015 | HBO, Max |
About ‘Eyes on the Prize III’
“Eyes on the Prize III: We Who Believe in Freedom Cannot Rest” picks up right where the iconic docuseries left off, taking a deeper look at the fight for racial justice in the decades after the original civil rights movement. The new season highlights pivotal moments from 1977 to 2015, with each episode tackling major events and movements that reshaped the struggle for equity. The “Million Man March,” for example, is at the heart of Episode 3, featuring prominent voices like Reverend Al Sharpton and Angela Davis reflecting on the impact of that historic day. Episodes like “Spoil the Vine” and “We Don’t See Color” dive into the rise of environmental justice and the evolving fight over affirmative action policies, showing how the quest for equality took on new forms over the years. With powerful interviews from key figures like Congresswoman Maxine Waters, Kimberlé Crenshaw, and Alicia Garza, the series draws a clear line between the work of past decades and today’s ongoing movements for change.
Watch the trailer for ‘Eyes on the Prize III’
What other documentary series can you watch on Max?
If you’re looking for more groundbreaking documentaries to stream on Max, there are plenty of compelling options. One standout is “Equal,” a fascinating series that brings to life pivotal moments and heroes of the LGBTQ+ rights movement. Another essential watch is “On the Record,” a powerful film following women of color as they speak out against sexual misconduct in the music industry. For a look at grassroots activism, “The Janes” tells the inspiring story of a group of women providing safe, illegal abortions in Chicago before Roe v. Wade. Watch it all with a Max subscription that starts at $10 per month with ads.
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