# kweliTV: Binge On The Culture — Black Films, Shows & Live TV

> Streaming service for global Black films, documentaries, and series. (iPhone/iPad app by kweliTV, Inc.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kwelitv-binge-on-the-culture/id1405709277 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [kweliTV, Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1405709276)
- Category: Entertainment
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 40 App Store ratings · 13 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 14.0 · 68 MB
- Languages: American English, German (Germany)
- Released: 2018-07-28
- Data updated: 2026-06-01
- Monetization: subscription
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kwelitv-binge-on-the-culture/id1405709277/reviews.md

## What is kweliTV?

kweliTV celebrates global Black stories and amplifies Black creators around the world through 800+ indie films, documentaries, animation, web series, children's shows and more–representing critically-acclaimed Black content from North America, Africa, the Caribbean, Latin America, Europe and Australia. 15-20 new titles are added per month. 

kweliTV’s curated library has the selection of film-festival vetted independent Black documentaries and art house films. With 98% of our films having premiered at film festivals and 65% earning prestigious awards, our catalog represents the best in Black independent cinema. 

Kweli means "truth" in Swahili, embodying our commitment to presenting stories that are a true reflection of global Black culture. Tagline: Binge on the Culture. 

Auto-renewable subscription. Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase.
• Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal
• Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase
• Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable

Terms and Conditions: https://www.kweli.tv/pages/terms-of-use
Privacy Policy: https://www.kweli.tv/pages/privacy-policy

## Key features

- 800+ indie films and shows
- Global Black stories
- New titles added monthly
- Film festival vetted content
- Award-winning cinema
- Live TV options

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full access | $5.99 | per month |
| Yearly Pack | $49.99 | per year |
| Monthly + Ads | $2.99 | per month |
| kweliKIDS + Ads | $1.99 | per month |
| Annual - Grandfathered | $19.99 | per year |
| Monthly pack | $5.99 | per month |
| Thee I Love | $3.99 | per month |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Rental Content | $0.99 | one-time |
| Rental Content | $2.99 | one-time |
| Rental Content | $1.99 | one-time |
| Rental Content | $3.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 13)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kwelitv-binge-on-the-culture/id1405709277/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Horrible interface on my tv

*2025-05-05, version 3.5.9*

Couldn’t give it a chance! It was just impossible to navigate this app on my tv. It is configured just like the website and it doesn’t scroll up and down as other apps do. Had to use a mouse and it could go past the first page. Sorry!

### 4/5 — Great app and content, but…

*2023-12-05*

Viewing the app in portrait is quite awkward, especially on the iPad. For as long as it has been available, it is in dire need of a landscape view upgrade. It would make the app more aesthetically appealing and easier for users to view.

### 5/5 — A truly unique, important streaming app

*2022-02-15, version 3.4.5*

I’ve been following Kweli since its early days and I’ve always been struck by the hard work of this small group who are dedicated to finding and promoting such a diverse range of movies and shows. This is a great next step for finding new entertainment.  App is fast, well-organized and I love the curated feeds so you can easily discover new story tellers.

### 1/5 — Not very diverse

*2022-02-03*

Lacking true diversity.

### 5/5 — BLACK OWNED

*2021-06-26*

BEST APP FOR BLACK CONTENT BY BLACK CREATORS 💯👊🏾

### 5/5 — Awesome Originals

*2021-03-02*

This platform provides the opportunity to diversify television with unique original content! Amazing shows and movies for all ages and genres. 10/10 would recommend!

### 4/5 — Time to add Autoplayback

*2021-02-15*

I am enjoying the programs on this service. Funny Married Things is hilarious. We have enjoyed the documentaries and films. I am hoping to see you grow to include some older independent films and docs. 

With that said can y’all fix the appletv app. Please add continuous play.  Having to actually go back to previous menu in order to play the next episode is a lil old now. Come on man at least when we allow an episode to play to the very end Queue up the next episode. Continuos autoplay would be nice. I am specifically speaking of the Appletv app.

### 5/5 — Cultural EXCELLENCE

*2021-01-29*

It’s like having Front Row Seat to EVERY Black Film Festival WORLDWIDE.

### 1/5 — None needed

*2021-01-12*

Zero stars

### 1/5 — Awful

*2020-11-22*

Do not download this trash.

## Frequently asked questions about kweliTV

### What kind of content does kweliTV offer?

kweliTV offers over 800 independent films, documentaries, animation, web series, and children's shows that celebrate global Black stories and creators. The content is curated from North America, Africa, the Caribbean, Latin America, Europe, and Australia.

### How often is new content added to kweliTV?

kweliTV adds 15-20 new titles to its library every month, ensuring a fresh selection of content for subscribers.

### What is the quality of the films on kweliTV?

The library features film-festival vetted independent Black documentaries and art house films. Approximately 98% of the films have premiered at film festivals, and 65% have earned prestigious awards.

### What are the subscription options for kweliTV?

kweliTV offers several subscription plans, including 'kweliKIDS + Ads' for $1.99/month, 'Monthly + Ads' for $2.99/month, 'Thee I Love' for $3.99/month, and 'Monthly pack' or 'Full access' for $5.99/month. All plans offer a 7-day free trial.

### Can I cancel my kweliTV subscription?

Yes, subscriptions can be managed by the user, and auto-renewal can be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial period will be forfeited upon purchasing a subscription.

### Is kweliTV available on multiple devices?

Yes, kweliTV is supported on Apple TV, iPhone, iPad, and iPod, allowing you to enjoy content across various Apple devices.

### What does 'kweli' mean?

'Kweli' means 'truth' in Swahili. This name embodies the platform's commitment to presenting stories that are a true reflection of global Black culture.

### What is the age rating for kweliTV?

kweliTV has an age rating of 12+, making it suitable for viewers aged 12 and above.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.6.0 — 2025-05-20

- Recommendation widgets added

### 3.5.9 — 2025-01-30

- UI layout updates

### 3.5.8 — 2024-09-01

- UI updated

### 3.5.7 — 2024-02-05

- UI layouts updated

### 3.5.5 — 2023-07-21

- Audio player support.
- Audio widget updated.
- Live chat enabled for on-demand content.

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