Inspired by Esi Edugyan's 2018 novel, 'Washington Black' follows a young scientist born into slavery but raised to chase his dreams —across the globe.

Adapted from Selwyn Seyfu Hinds accalimed novel. "Washington Black" is a tale of freedom, adventure and the desire to change the world.

This post contains spoilers for Hulu’s “Washington Black.” You get the sense that “Washington Black” has much more in store than just a globe-trotting odyssey as soon as the historical drama starts. “Washington Black” isn’t your typical linear tale.