---
title: "black-ish"
year: 2014
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/black-ish-2014"
media_type: "tv"
tmdb_id: 61381
imdb_id: "tt3487356"
status: "Ended"
seasons_count: 8
episodes_count: 175
runtime_minutes: 23
community_rating: 7.1
vote_count: 341
content_rating: "TV-14"
---

# black-ish (2014) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/black-ish-2014

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The television series black-ish is an American sitcom that aired on ABC. It was created by Kenya Barris and follows a family man as he navigates cultural identity while raising his kids in a predominantly white, upper-middle-class neighborhood. The series stars Anthony Anderson and Tracee Ellis Ross. Black-ish is a television series that explores the life of an upper class well-off Black family. The show aired for eight seasons with 175 episodes, from September 24, 2014, to April 19, 2022. The series was broadcast on ABC and is also available to watch on Netflix. The show's creator, Kenya Barris, is credited with developing the series, which features a successful advertising executive as the head of the family.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A Black family navigates identity and culture in a wealthy white suburb."

### Why Watch
- Sharp cultural commentary
- Strong family dynamics
- Humor with depth

### Caveats & Content Note
- Some episodes tackle heavy topics
- May feel niche to some viewers
- Tone & Suitability: Suitable for mature teens and adults due to thematic content.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: thoughtful, humorous, relatable, socially conscious, heartfelt

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Netflix, Disney Plus, Hulu, Philo, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Disney Plus | None | Apple TV Store |
| **Canada (CA)** | Disney Plus | None | Apple TV Store |
| **Australia (AU)** | Disney Plus | None | Apple TV Store |

## Season Architecture & Lore Primers

### Season 1 (24 Episodes)
## Filler vs. Essential Episode Classifier

- **Total Tracked Episodes**: 118
- **Crucial Mytharc Episodes**: 14 (12%)
- **Character Core Episodes**: 104 (88%)
- **Side Quest / Filler Episodes**: 0 (0%)

## Creative Credits

- **Created by**: Kenya Barris
- **Networks / Studios**: ABC

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Anthony Anderson** as *Andre Johnson*
- **Tracee Ellis Ross** as *Rainbow Johnson*
- **Marcus Scribner** as *Junior Johnson*
- **Marsai Martin** as *Diane Johnson*
- **Miles Brown** as *Jack Johnson*
- **Peter MacKenzie** as *Leslie Stevens*
- **Jenifer Lewis** as *Ruby Johnson*
- **Jeff Meacham** as *Josh Oppenhol*
- **Deon Cole** as *Charlie Telphy*
- **Yara Shahidi** as *Zoey Johnson*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Is the show based on a true story?
No, it is a fictional sitcom inspired by the creator's experiences.

### Q: Does it address current events?
Yes, it often reflects on social and cultural issues.

### Q: Is it appropriate for children?
It is rated TV-PG and deals with mature themes.

### Q: Where can I watch it?
It is available on streaming platforms like Netflix.

### Q: Does the show have multiple seasons?
Yes, it ran for several seasons with many episodes.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Black - Simple English Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia](https://simple.wikipedia.org/wiki/Black)
- [Black-ish - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Black-ish)
- [Black-ish (TV Series 2014-2022) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3487356/)
- [100+ Shades of Black Color (Names, HEX, RGB, & CMYK Codes)](https://creativebooster.net/blogs/colors/shades-of-black-color)
- [Watch Black-ish | Netflix](https://www.netflix.com/title/80024100)
- [134 Shades of Black: Color Names, Hex, RGB, CMYK Codes](https://www.color-meanings.com/shades-of-black-color-names-html-hex-rgb-codes/)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*