Self Made: Inspired by the Life of Madam C.J. Walker

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This limited series chronicles the incredible true story of Madam C.J. Walker, who was the first African American self-made millionaire.

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Season 1

4 episodes

S1 E1 · The Fight of the Century

Aspiring to be more than a washerwoman, Sarah grows determined to sell Addie's hair product. But when she's cruelly rebuffed, the gloves come off.

S1 E2 · Bootstraps

Sarah's dream of opening a factory hinges on securing the support of local Black businessmen — and an endorsement from the famous Booker T. Washington.

S1 E3 · The Walker Girl

Sarah's ambitious plans for expanding her empire take her to New York — and lead to betrayals personal and professional that threaten all she's built.

S1 E4 · A Credit to the Race

The combined blows of a health scare, worker issues and a tragedy that hits close to home push Sarah to take decisive action about her life and legacy.

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