ABC set to film Emmett Till-inspired miniseries in Memphis
The first season of ABC's "Women of the Movement" will focus on Mamie Till-Mobley, Emmett's mother.
Author: Jalyn Souchek
Updated: 5:18 PM CST January 27, 2021
MEMPHIS, Tennessee — 65 years after the horrific murder of Emmett Till, a new TV miniseries will tell his story, largely focusing on his mother Mamie Till Mobley. Filming of the show will partly be done in Memphis.
ABC is currently filming its limited series,
Women of the Movement, which will tell the stories of the brave and strong women of the Civil Rights Movement starting with the first season focused on Mamie Till Mobley.