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Stax: Soulsville U.S.A.
GenreDocumentary
Directed byJamila Wignot
Country of originUnited States
Original languageEnglish
No. of episodes4
Production
Executive producers
Producers
  • Jamila Wignot
  • Kara Elverson
CinematographyBryan Gentry
Running time50-62 minutes
Production companies
Original release
NetworkHBO
ReleaseMay 20 (2024-05-20) –
May 21, 2024 (2024-05-21)

Stax: Soulsville U.S.A. is an American documentary series directed and produced by Jamila Wignot. It follows the history of Stax Records and the impact the label has had.

It had its world premiere at South by Southwest on March 10, 2024, where it won the TV Premiere Audience Award.[1][2][3] It premiered on May 20, 2024, on HBO.[4]

Premise

The series follows Stax Records, a record label that ushered in artists, Otis Redding, Isaac Hayes, Booker T. & the M.G.'s, The Staple Singers and Sam & Dave; The label went from being an outsider to one of the most influential producers of music, with an impact even after the label has gone.[4]

Episodes

No.TitleDirected byOriginal air date
1"Cause I Love You"Jamila WignotMay 20, 2024 (2024-05-20)
2"Soul Man"Jamila WignotMay 20, 2024 (2024-05-20)
3"Respect Yourself"Jamila WignotMay 21, 2024 (2024-05-21)
4"Nothing Takes The Place of You"Jamila WignotMay 21, 2024 (2024-05-21)

Production

In May 2022, it was announced Jamila Wignot would direct and produce a documentary series revolving around Stax Records for HBO Documentary Films, with Ezra Edelman set to executive produce.[5] Rob Bowman will serve as a consultant on the series.[6]

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