When We Rise: Season 1

Q: Where can I stream When We Rise?

You can stream When We Rise on: Disney+ and Apple TV

2017, Show

The personal and political struggles, setbacks and triumphs of a diverse family of LGBT men and women who helped pioneer one of the last legs of the U.S. Civil Rights movement from its turbulent infancy in the 20th century to the once unfathomable successes of today. The period piece tells the history of the gay rights movement, starting with the Stonewall Riots in 1969.

Country: United States

Cast:

Whoopi Goldberg,

Guy Pearce,

Michael Kenneth Williams,

Mary-Louise Parker

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Episodes

Season 1

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Disney+

Ratings

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IMDb rating

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7.5

Critic rating

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6.0

Reviews

Critic Season 1 Dana Anderson

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...has many poignant, emotional moments about being true to oneself and allowing that truth to propel you into fighting for rights.

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Critic Season 1 Sebastian Hansson

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...en resa som ger perspektiv på hur långt HBTQ-rörelsen har kommit, men också hur mycket det finns kvar att kämpa för.

Read full review at Filmtopp

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"When We Rise" is a powerful and inspiring miniseries that chronicles the personal and political struggles, setbacks, and triumphs of a diverse family of LGBTQ+ individuals who helped pioneer the U.S. Civil Rights movement. Based on the memoirs of LGBT activist Cleve Jones, the series takes viewers on a 41-year journey, starting in 1972, shortly after the Stonewall riots, and tells the evolving history of the modern gay rights movement. With a talented cast, including Guy Pearce, Mary-Louise Parker, and Rachel Griffiths, "When We Rise" is a must-watch for anyone interested in American history, social justice, and human rights.

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You can stream When We Rise on: Disney+ Apple TV