Great Performances

Purlie Victorious

The comedic play tells the story of a Black preacher’s scheme to reclaim his inheritance and win back his church from a plantation owner.

Purlie Victorious

1h 45m

The comedic play tells the story of a Black preacher’s scheme to reclaim his inheritance and win back his church from a plantation owner.

Previews + Extras

  • Purlie Victorious Preview: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Purlie Victorious Preview

    S51 E21 - 30s

    Starring Leslie Odom Jr., this comedic play tells the story of a Black preacher’s scheme to reclaim his inheritance and win back his church from a plantation owner.

  • Purlie's Plan: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Purlie's Plan

    S51 E21 - 2m 47s

    Purlie (Leslie Odom, Jr.) tells Missy (Heather Alicia Simms) about his plan to buy his church back using his cousin's inheritance in this satirical play by Ossie Davis.

  • Preparing Lutiebelle to Become Cousin Bee: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Preparing Lutiebelle to Become Cousin Bee

    S51 E21 - 2m 45s

    Purlie (Leslie Odom, Jr.) prepares Lutiebelle (Kara Young) to become Cousin Bee by quizzing her about her "past" in this satirical play by Ossie Davis.

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