When does Miss Governor premiere?

Miss Governor premieres on 2025-08-14.

Is Miss Governor a new series?

Miss Governor is a new series (Season 1).

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Miss Governor(2025)

Archived · Netflix

4.8

S01

ComedyWar & Politics

As she tries to shine in politics, Mississippi's first Black lieutenant governor must manage her zany family and overcome a boss who's stuck in the past.

ON AIR: AUG 14Season 1Archived listing

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