Colin in Black and White (2021)
Synopsis
The life of athlete Colin Kaepernick and his adoptive parents as they navigate the challenges of raising a black son in a white family and community.
First Air Date: 2021-10-29
Last Air Date: 2021-10-29
Number of Seasons: 1
Number of Episodes: 6
Created By: Ava DuVernay, Michael Starrbury
Networks: Netflix
Top Cast
- Jaden Michael as Colin Kaepernick
- Mary-Louise Parker as Teresa Kaepernick
- Nick Offerman as Rick Kaepernick
- Colin Kaepernick as Narrator (voice)
- Mace Coronel as Jake
- Amarr M. Wooten as Eddie
- Howard M. Lockie as Coach Parker
- Christopher O'Neal as Dwayne
- Ron Roggé as Baseball Coach
- Jacob Buster as Jordan
Seasons
Season 1 (2021)
Colin Kaepernick narrates this drama series recounting his formative years navigating race, class and culture while aspiring for greatness.
Episodes:
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Ep. 1: Cornrows
Inspired by his basketball idol, eighth grader Colin embraces his individuality and hip-hop culture in a way that startles his parents and coaches.
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Ep. 2: Quarterbackin'
With dreams of being a high school varsity quarterback, Colin learns the hard way that talent isn't the only thing he'll need to prosper on the field.
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Ep. 3: Road Trip
While traveling with his parents to baseball tournaments, Colin experiences a series of events that challenge his view about his place in the world.
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Ep. 4: The Decision
In his junior year of high school, Colin is besieged by college baseball offers — and opinions. But he considers holding out for a future in football.
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Ep. 5: Crystal
Colin works up the courage to ask his crush to the homecoming dance as his mother tries to intervene and his friends challenge his standard of beauty.
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Ep. 6: Dear Colin
In his senior year, Colin awaits an acceptance letter and the chance to play college football as his journey of perseverance leads to a profound lesson.
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