THE FISHER PEOPLE (4x30) chronicles the journey of Vietnamese refugees who fled war and oppression in the 1970s to build new lives along Mississippi's Gulf Coast. Drawn to the region's fishing industry, they faced language barriers, economic hardship, and discrimination while working to support their families. This four-part series explores their experiences through personal stories and historical perspective, revealing how resilience and patience helped them build new lives, strengthen their communities, and earn acceptance over time. THE FISHER PEOPLE is a story of resilience, belonging, and the immigrant experience in America.

THE FISHER PEOPLE (4×30) is produced by Mississippi State University Films, distributed through APT, and presented by Mississippi Public Broadcasting.