Actor, producer David Oyelowo talks bringing the story of Bass Reeves to life in new hit show

Emmy-nominated actor David Oyelowo joins “CBS Mornings“ to talk about starring in and executive-producing “Lawmen: Bass Reeves.“ The show is based on the true story of Bass Reeves, a former enslaved man who went on to become one of the first Black deputy marshals in the United States. Each weekday morning, “CBS Mornings” co-hosts Gayle King, Tony Dokoupil and Nate Burleson bring you the latest breaking news, smart conversation and in-depth feature reporting. “CBS Mornings“ airs weekdays at 7 a.m. on CBS and stream it at 8 a.m. ET on the CBS News app. Subscribe to “CBS Mornings” on YouTube: Watch CBS News: Download the CBS News app: Follow “CBS Mornings“ on Instagram: Like “CBS Mornings“ on Facebook: Follow “CBS Mornings“ on Twitter: Subscribe to our newsletter: ​ Try Paramount free: For video licensing inquiries, contact: licensing@