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Good to know
- Release date
- 2002-01-18
- Language
- English
- Seasons
- 6
- Episodes
- 44
- Network
- HBO
- Status
- Ended
- Country
- United States of America
About Def Poetry
Def Poetry is a 2002 web series in the Documentary genre. It spans 6 seasons and 44 episodes, and originally aired on HBO. It holds an average rating of 8.0/10 from 3 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Def Poetry in South Africa — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.
Synopsis
Def Poetry, also known as Russell Simmons Presents Def Poetry or Def Poetry Jam, which was co-founded by Bruce George, Danny Simmons and Deborah Pointer, is an HBO television series produced by hip-hop music entrepreneur Russell Simmons. The series presents performances by established spoken word poets, as well as up-and-coming ones. Well-known actors and musicians will often surprise the audience by showing up to recite their own original poems. The show is hosted by Mos Def. Def Poetry is a spin-off of Def Comedy Jam. As he did on Def Comedy, Simmons appears at the end of every episode to thank the audience.
Seasons (6)
Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Def Poetry in South Africa?+
Def Poetry is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in South Africa. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.
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How many seasons of Def Poetry are there?+
Def Poetry has 6 seasons and 44 episodes in total.
When did Def Poetry come out?+
Def Poetry is a 2002 web series.
What genre is Def Poetry?+
Def Poetry is Documentary series.
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