a stretch for us to be just like him." James Poniewozik of Time stated, "You might expect McGruder, given his Boondocks history, to be out for pointed religious satire, but Black Jesus is really more of a stoner hangout comedy with a heart."As the series shows "Jesus" using several curse words, smoking marijuana, and drinking alcoholic beverages, several pastors called for its removal from the air . References Notes External links 2014 American television series debuts 2019 American television series endings 2010s American black sitcoms Adult Swim original programming Portrayals of Jesus on television Television series by Williams Street Television shows set in Compton, California