High Horse: The Black Cowboy - Peacock announces release date for Jordan Peele’s upcoming documentary

Jordan Peele's upcoming documentary, High Horse: The Black Cowboy, will be released on 20th November 2025, on Peacock. The film is produced by his film and TV production company, Monkeypaw Productions.

The documentary explores the buried history of the Black cowboy. As opposed to the representation of the Wild West in popular culture, this documentary serves as a deeper and more real insight into history as it unravels an unexplored and important chapter of the past.

Its official logline goes as follows:

"This three-part pop culture and historical docuseries confronts and reclaims the Wild West. It reveals the story of the Black cowboy — a history that has been stolen, erased, and left untold."

Keep reading to find out more about High Horse: The Black Cowboy.

When is High Horse: The Black Cowboy releasing?

The trailer has also been released on the streaming platform. Helmed by Jason Perez, this film is thought to break several preconceived notions by providing an accurate portrayal of the repressed history of the Black community that actually shaped the Wild West we know today.

In its logline, it continues:

Featuring original interviews with Jordan Peele, Tina Knowles, Glynn Turman, Pam Grier, The Compton Cowboys, Rick Ross, and Bun B, paired with archival footage, photographs, and an original score by Raphael Saadiq, this series sets the record straight on the American Frontier. It rides into the forgotten corners of history, shattering myths and celebrating the Black cowboys, farmers, jockeys, musicians, and rodeo champions who built the West — and now reclaim their place in the saddle, sitting high atop the horse.

According to Deadline, the film features real interviews with notable individuals, including The Compton Cowboys, Blanco Brown, Glynn Turman, INK, Bun B, Tina Knowles, Jordan Peele, and many others.

As per the outlet, Jordan Peele's 2022 film, Nope, is the impetus of this documentary. Peele, who serves as the executive producer of the film, has expressed his gratitude to Monkeypaw Productions. He also emphasized the importance of the documentary, as it narrates and memorializes the history and culture of the Black ranchers. As Jordan Peele stated:

“I’m grateful to Monkeypaw for amplifying the powerful voices and long-standing culture of Black Cowboys and Cowgirls through High Horse: The Black Cowboy, on Peacock. Their history is inseparable from the story of our country — and this project aims to honor and celebrate their lasting legacy.”

In order to stream the documentary on Peacock, here is a brief guide about its subscription plans, as per Business Insider:

In its Premium Plus plan, it comes with no commercials. On a monthly basis, the cost is up to $17, and on an annual basis, it is $170. A good option if you wish to avoid ads at any cost.
In its Premium Plan, ads will be included. It charges up to $11 per month or $110 yearly. This is a more economical option and is viable if you do not mind the ads.
If you have a membership at Instacart, you will enjoy the benefit of Peacock Premium. It costs $10 for a month, and on a yearly basis, it is $99. It comes with ads.

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