Step into the inner workings of the Apple TV+ limited drama series, The Big Cigar, as it peels back the layers of intrigue and power. Inspired by Joshuah Bearman's gripping article, this series delves into the untold stories and hidden machinations of high-stakes events. Join us as we journey behind the curtain and explore the captivating world of The Big Cigar.
The Big Cigar Cast:
André Holland, Tiffany Boone, Alessandro Nivola, Marc Menchaca and P. J. Byrne
Stream The Big Cigar May 17, 2024 on Apple TV+!
The Big Cigar Cast:
André Holland, Tiffany Boone, Alessandro Nivola, Marc Menchaca and P. J. Byrne
Stream The Big Cigar May 17, 2024 on Apple TV+!
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00:00I want to transform society.
00:04The Big Cigar is a true story about Huey Newton, the leader of the Black Panther Party, and
00:11his escape into exile with the help of Hollywood.
00:13It's a really important story with so many exciting twists and turns.
00:19In 1974, Huey was accused of a murder.
00:23You want to see this guy?
00:24They framed him.
00:25I got to get off the street.
00:27Huey had a lot of friends in Hollywood, one in particular named Burt Schneider, a big-time
00:31Hollywood producer.
00:32We're not going to get caught.
00:33But how can you know that?
00:34They come up with this plan.
00:36We're going to say we're filming a movie.
00:38The Big Cigar.
00:39To get Huey out of the U.S.
00:42It's a location shoot as far as the feds are concerned.
00:44We got hair, makeup, wardrobe, travel.
00:47Wait a second, you're not actually considering this, are you?
00:52Burt was determined to help Huey.
00:55The face of the revolution has to be you.
00:57He was committed to help facilitate some kind of radical change.
01:01This is a really pivotal time in history where everyone thought we were on the verge of real
01:05revolution.
01:06This is an amazing story that's honest and genuine and heartbreaking, but it's also funny.
01:12We're going to beat the Beverly Hills Seven, man.
01:14They call you that after you're arrested.
01:16If I didn't know it to be true, I probably wouldn't believe it myself.
01:27The Big Cigar.
01:28To get Huey out of the U.S.
01:29It's a location shoot as far as the feds are concerned.
01:30We got hair, makeup, wardrobe, travel.
01:31Wait a second, you're not actually considering this, are you?
01:32Burt was determined to help Huey.
01:33The Big Cigar.
01:34To get Huey out of the U.S.
01:35It's an amazing story that's honest and genuine and heartbreaking, but it's also funny.
01:36We're going to beat the Beverly Hills Seven, man.
01:37They call you that after you're arrested.
01:38If I didn't know it to be true, I probably wouldn't believe it myself.
01:39We're going to beat the Beverly Hills Seven, man.
01:40Wait a second, you're not actually considering this, are you?
01:41Burt was determined to help Huey.
01:42The Big Cigar.