New drama scores 100% rating hours after release as critics hail it 'epic'

Historical drama enthusiasts are in for a real treat as a new series hits screens with a resounding 100% critic approval rating.

The grippingDisney Plus show follows an 11 year old boy who, after a devastating incident on a Barbados sugar plantation, embarks on a life-changing journey. The official synopsis states: "When a harrowing incident forces Wash to flee, he is thrust into a globe-spanning adventure that challenges and reshapes his understanding of family, freedom and love.

"As he navigates uncharted lands and impossible odds, Wash finds the courage to imagine a future beyond the confines of society." Washington Black, which airs on Hulu and Disney Plus, draws its inspiration from the novel by Esi Edugyan, reports the Express.

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'Sterling K Brown not only serves as an executive producer but also stars as Medwin Harris, enhancing the already impressive cast of 'Washington Black'.

The series features a host of familiar faces, including Tom Ellis of 'Lucifer', Charles Dance from 'Game of Thrones', and Billy Boyd, known for 'The Lord of the Rings'.

Ernest Kingsley Jr takes on the titular role, following his recent portrayal of Kai'ckul in 'The Sandman'.

Critics have flocked to Rotten Tomatoes to express their admiration, with Sherin Nicole noting: "The series transforms a harrowing flight from retaliation into a visually lush quest for identity and freedom, blending historical drama with the heart and wonder of a coming-of-age epic."

Andrew Parker commented: "There's such a wealth of feeling, perspective, and intelligence to Washington Black that an already entertaining show becomes something truly memorable via a mix of old school storytelling and modern perspectives."

Carly Lane remarked: "Overall, the pleasure of watching a show like Washington Black is the mere fact that it exists, rooted in joy, adventure, romance, and self-discovery."

The acclaimed novel hit shelves in 2018 and found itself in the running for the prestigious 2018 Booker Prize.

In a move that delighted fans, Hulu announced in October 2021 that they had given the green light for a limited series adaptation of the celebrated book.

Viewers can catch the enthralling Washington Black on both Hulu and Disney Plus.