The early lives of Martin Luther King, Jr. and Malcolm X shaped the iconic figures. Malcolm's release from prison and King's university graduation start their journeys to change the nation, beginning a rivalry.
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Malcolm first encounters the Honorable Elijah Muhammad, head of the Nation of Islam, who mentors Malcolm and recognizes his potential within the organization. However, an old romance and family obligations test Malcolm's commitment.
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Malcolm builds a space for Muslims in Harlem, meeting new member Betty Saunders. As romance develops Malcolm confronts police gaining notoriety. Meanwhile Montgomery bus boycott intensifies, causing safety concerns for Martin and family.
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After surviving an attempt on his life, Martin Luther King Jr. struggles with fear while leading the civil rights movement. Malcolm X promotes the Nation of Islam through a documentary, but faces repercussions.
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With Martin unjustly jailed, Coretta must call upon all her strength to keep pushing forward. When an opportunity to help Martin comes up, she takes it, despite push back from Daddy King. With Malcolm refusing to listen to her needs, Betty takes drastic action to try to save her marriage. A reminder of her past, and a vision for her future, show her the way through.
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In an effort to force the passage of the Civil Rights Act, Martin and his allies attempt their biggest undertaking yet - the March on Washington. As it draws near, Martin finds himself struggling to find the right words to unite the country. When Malcolm finds himself nearly suspended from the Nation, he evaluates his relationship with Elijah, especially in light of a dramatic revelation.
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After his break from the NOI, the pain of betrayal from Elijah takes a toll on Malcolm mentally, physically and emotionally. When further betrayals within the Nation come to both him and Betty, he decides to speak out. The FBI targets Martin and Coretta, causing stress and paranoia, but the passage of the Civil Rights Act gives both Martin and Malcolm hope - and the opportunity to meet each other.
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Malcolm, knowing his death is likely imminent, works hard to care for his family, reconcile with his siblings, and speak truth to power about the Nation and the best way forward, up until his final moments. In the aftermath of Malcom's death, Martin, feeling his own mortality, decides that he can no longer remain silent on the Vietnam War. A horrifying day in Memphis shocks the world.
