Christopher Frierson

A series of standalone documentaries powered by the unparalleled journalism and insight of The New York Times, bringing viewers close to the essential stories of our time.

Docuseries about the Black Mafia Family, who built one of the largest American cocaine empires.

A cultural portrait of the American dream at a critical time in the nation’s history. Set against the 2016 American election, The King takes a musical road trip across the country in Elvis Presley's 1963 Rolls Royce.

A focus on a year in the life of rapper Earl “DMX” Simmons as he is released from prison in early 2019 and attempts to rebuild his career in the music industry and reconnect with family and fans.

In his short lifetime, J Dilla was a musician, producer and visionary who profoundly influenced rap and hip-hop. Given how prolific he was in his 32 years, why didn't his accolades come sooner?

Uncensored documentary about rap duo City Girls and their rise to fame.

Flashpoint examines the eroding relationship within the United States between journalists covering protests and law enforcement, and discusses the implications those tensions have on democracy at large. Directed by Max Esposito, Flashpoint was commissioned by Columbia University’s Knight First Amendment Institute, an organization committed to protecting freedoms of speech and the press through litigation, research and advocacy.