About this series
Mayor Nick Wasicsko took office in 1987 during Yonkers' worst crisis when federal courts ordered public housing to be built in the white, middle class side of town, dividing the city in a bitter battle fueled by fear, racism, murder and politics.
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Quick facts
First Aired
2015
Seasons
1
Episodes
6
TMDB Rating
⭐ 7.0/10
Votes
189
Genre
Crime, Drama, War & Politics
Status
Ended
Network
HBO
Director
Language
EN
Seasons
S01E01
Part 1
Nick Wasicsko becomes the youngest big-city mayor in America, but at what cost? Even before he is inaugurated, the obligation to build public housing in the white neighborhoods of …
S01E02
Part 2
All hell breaks loose as the Yonkers mayor and City Council are given an ultimatum by a federal judge weary of further delay. Meanwhile, public housing residents trapped in the det…
S01E03
Part 3
Mayor Wasicsko finally achieves some consensus and rams through a housing plan with a tough vote, and housing officials finally begin to plan to build the new townhomes. But even a…
S01E04
Part 4
A new mayor pledges to oppose the housing, even though it is never quite clear what he might be able to do in that regard. Meanwhile, Nick Wasicsko tries to reconcile himself to li…
S01E05
Part 5
Armed with a growing recognition that he had fought on the side of angels in the battle over the housing, Wasicsko plans his political comeback, while the residents for the new tow…
S01E06
Part 6
A comprehensive orientation process awaits the incoming residents, and many have second thoughts about moving into neighborhoods that don't welcome them. At the same time, Mary Dor…
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Questions about Show Me a Hero
How many seasons does Show Me a Hero have?
Show Me a Hero has 1 season and 6 episodes total.
Who created Show Me a Hero?
Show Me a Hero was created by David Simon and first aired in 2015.
What genre is Show Me a Hero?
Show Me a Hero is a Crime, Drama, War & Politics series.
Who stars in Show Me a Hero?
The cast of Show Me a Hero includes Oscar Isaac, Catherine Keener, Alfred Molina, Bob Balaban, Peter Riegert.
What is the TMDB rating for Show Me a Hero?
Show Me a Hero has a TMDB rating of 7.0/10 based on 189 votes.
