Andrew Young: The Dirty Work

This gripping documentary reveals the untold story of Andrew Young — a behind-the-scenes force of the Civil Rights Movement and a quiet giant of international diplomacy. A master negotiator, strategist, and bridge-builder, Young was the man who did the essential, often thankless "dirty work" that changed history, operating in the shadows while others stood in the spotlight.

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'Andrew Young: The Dirty Work' Official Trailer

MSNBC Films presents "Andrew Young: The Dirty Work," executive produced by Rachel Maddow. The documentary retraces Andrew Young's story — in his own words — as a trusted friend to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., behind-the-scenes architect of the Civil Rights Movement, and living legend who carried Dr. King's dream forward into Congress, the White House, and beyond. Watch Friday, October 17th at 9pm ET on MSNBC. “Andrew Young: The Dirty Work” is a production from MSNBC Films, Surprise Inside, and Left/Right. An extended first look at the film will be shown for attendees of the upcoming “MSNBCLIVE ‘25: This Is Who We Are” event on Oct. 11 in New York City.

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Rachel Maddow in discussion with civil rights leader Andrew Young

Ahead of the premiere of Rachel’s new documentary, “Andrew Young: The Dirty Work,” Rachel sits down with Andrew Young and John Hope Bryant in a discussion led by Rev. Al Sharpton at Clark Atlanta University. They talk about Ambassador Young’s historic career and his key role alongside Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. during the civil rights movement.

WABE: MSNBC host Rachel Maddow on producing new documentary ‘Andrew Young: The Dirty Work’

Ahead of the film’s debut, Rachel Maddow, Emmy-winning MSNBC host, author, and the documentary’s executive producer, joined Rose Scott on “Closer Look” to talk about the project. Maddow shared her reflections on Young’s powerful legacy, his lifelong work for civil rights, and what it was like to help bring his story to the screen.

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MSNBC Acquires Rachel Maddow-Produced ‘Andrew Young: The Dirty Work’

The documentary about the Civil Rights Movement leader and politician will air on the cable network on Oct. 17 after a special edition of ‘The Rachel Maddow Show.’