A narrative series set in a limitless magical reality full of dynamic, hilarious characters and celebrity guests presenting sketches performed by a core cast of black women.
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A narrative series set in a limitless magical reality full of dynamic, hilarious characters and celebrity guests presenting sketches performed by a core cast of black women.
Season 1 episodes
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Maya makes a confession in a support group. Trinity the Invisible Spy meets her match. Drea confronts a dance moves thief. A world-renowned “philosophizer” promotes her masterclass.
Episode credits
Directed by Dime DavisWritten by Lauren Ashley Smith, Brittani Nichols, Ashley Nicole Black, Holly Walker, Akilah Green, Amber Ruffin, Rae Sanni, Robin ThedeGuest stars Angela Bassett, Laverne Cox, Lala Milan, Yvonne Orji, Nicole Byer, Phil LaMarr, Kelly Rowland, Gina Torres
Asia finds herself on the receiving end of a viral proposal. New recruits discuss goals at a gang orientation. Dr. Haddassah turns a wedding toast into a teachable moment.
Episode credits
Directed by Dime DavisWritten by Lauren Ashley Smith, Brittani Nichols, Ashley Nicole Black, Holly Walker, Akilah Green, Amber Ruffin, Rae Sanni, Robin ThedeGuest stars David Alan Grier, Issa Rae, Jermaine Fowler, Sheryl Lee Ralph, Larry Wilmore, Essence Atkins, Vanessa Bell Calloway, Marla Gibbs
A divorce party spirals out of control. The tragic tale of Rome & Julissa. A frustrated air passenger seeks a sympathetic customer service rep. Denise tries to prevent her breakup side-effect.
Episode credits
Directed by Dime DavisWritten by Lauren Ashley Smith, Brittani Nichols, Ashley Nicole Black, Holly Walker, Akilah Green, Amber Ruffin, Rae Sanni, Robin ThedeGuest stars Issa Rae, Patti LaBelle, Phil LaMarr, Tia Mowry, Natasha Rothwell, Tyler James Williams, Alyma Dorsey, Asia'h Epperson
A pastor tries to take back control of a church potluck. Elementary school students notice a change in their teacher. Jackie receives a chilly reception at her hometown high school.
Episode credits
Directed by Dime DavisWritten by Lauren Ashley Smith, Brittani Nichols, Ashley Nicole Black, Holly Walker, Akilah Green, Amber Ruffin, Rae Sanni, Robin ThedeGuest stars Issa Rae, Khandi Alexander, Deon Cole, David Alan Grier, Yvonne Orji, Amber Riley, Garrett Morris, Cecelia Antoinette
Two friends visit a new black-owned business. A mother and daughter compete on “Get the Belt.” Tensions rise between Ashley, Gabrielle, Quinta and Robin.
Episode credits
Directed by Dime DavisWritten by Lauren Ashley Smith, Brittani Nichols, Ashley Nicole Black, Holly Walker, Akilah Green, Amber Ruffin, Rae Sanni, Robin ThedeGuest stars Amber Riley, Tony Baker, Phil LaMarr, Issa Rae, Yvette Nicole Brown, Lil Rel Howery, Marsai Martin, Natasha Rothwell
