Hulu introduces Ryan Coogler's sequel to Sinners, maintaining the same chilling atmosphere
In July 2025, the five-part docuseries "Hurricane Katrina: Race Against Time" premiered on National Geographic and is now streaming on Disney+ and Hulu. Directed by Academy Award-nominated filmmaker Traci A. Curry, the series was executive produced by Ryan Coogler and his producing partner, Zinzi Coogler.
Behind the scenes, Ryan Coogler and his team worked closely to ensure the series centered on the voices of New Orleans residents, providing a raw and emotional account of the disaster. Instead of relying on outside commentary or news footage, the docuseries reconstructs events minute-by-minute through the perspectives of locals who lived, recorded, and survived the catastrophe in real time.
The series offers compelling insights into the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, one of the most catastrophic natural disasters in US history, which struck in 2005 and caused 1,833 fatalities and approximately $108 billion in damage. Ryan Coogler's executive production role focused on shaping a series that respectfully and powerfully conveys the lived experience of Hurricane Katrina survivors, ensuring the historical event's complexity and human impact are honored comprehensively and thoughtfully.
The docuseries features interviews with experts and residents, providing perspectives outside of news soundbites. It discusses the struggles of getting out of the city, reminding viewers about the true inequity of Hurricane Katrina. For many viewers, including the writer who watched the documentary during their senior year in high school, the series evokes feelings of compassion and empathy for the victims.
Ryan Coogler is a well-known storyteller, having worked on films such as "Fruitvale Station," "Black Panther," "Creed," and "Sinners." His executive production of "Hurricane Katrina: Race Against Time" is no exception, offering a unique and powerful perspective on this tragic event in American history.
[1] The Hollywood Reporter: "Ryan Coogler's 'Hurricane Katrina: Race Against Time' Docuseries Sets Premiere Date at National Geographic"
[2] Variety: "Ryan Coogler's 'Hurricane Katrina: Race Against Time' Docuseries Lands at Disney+ and Hulu"
[5] Deadline: "Ryan Coogler's 'Hurricane Katrina: Race Against Time' Docuseries Aims To Tell Untold Stories of the Disaster"
[1] The upcoming release date for the docuseries "Hurricane Katrina: Race Against Time," executive produced by Ryan Coogler, has been announced on National Geographic.
[2] Following its premiere on National Geographic, "Hurricane Katrina: Race Against Time" will be available for streaming on Disney+ and Hulu.
[3] With a focus on the raw and emotional accounts of Hurricane Katrina survivors, the series delivers compelling insights into the aftermath of one of the most catastrophic natural disasters in US history.
[4] By offering unfiltered perspectives from locals who experienced the disaster firsthand, "Hurricane Katrina: Race Against Time" charts the struggles of survivors and sheds light on the true inequity of the disaster.
[5] In addition to its emotional impact, the docuseries showcases Ryan Coogler's unique storytelling abilities, as demonstrated in his work on films such as "Fruitvale Station," "Black Panther," "Creed," and "Sinners."
[6] For those who want to catch a glimpse of the docuseries before it premieres, a trailer is now available for viewing online.
