"Netflix's When They See Us" is a limited series directed by Ava DuVernay that dramatizes the true story of the Central Park Five, a group of five Black and Latino teenagers wrongfully convicted of assaulting a jogger in Central Park in 1989. The series explores the events leading up to their arrests, the flawed investigation, and the impact of systemic racism within the criminal justice system. The series is divided into four episodes, each focusing on different aspects of the case, including the boys' experiences in custody and the aftermath of their convictions. It highlights the emotional and psychological toll on the individuals involved, as well as the broader societal implications of their wrongful convictions.