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A coming of age story set in the late 1960s that takes a nostalgic look at a black middle-class family in Montgomery, Alabama through the point-of-view of imaginative 12 year-old Dean. With the wisdom of his adult years, Dean’s hopeful and humorous recollections show how his family found their “wonder years” in a turbulent time. Inspired by the classic series of the same name.
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Checked Sep 5, 2026
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A coming of age story set in the late 1960s that takes a nostalgic look at a black middle-class family in Montgomery, Alabama through the point-of-view of imaginative 12 year-old Dean. With the wisdom of his adult years, Dean’s hopeful and humorous recollections show how his family found their “wonder years” in a turbulent time. Inspired by the classic series of the same name.
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Episode 1
It’s the summer of 1969, and Dean and Bill are experiencing new walks of life in New York City where Dean has tagged along for Bill’s career-making songwriting gig. Back in Montgomery, Lilian’s infamous sister, Jackie, pays a memorable visit.
Directed by Ken WhittinghamWritten by Saladin K. PattersonGuest stars Tituss Burgess, Phoebe Robinson, Noah Townsend, Bryan Sanon, Affion Crockett, Roger J. Timber, Odelia San Diego, Mike Benitez
Episode 2
Torn between his secret relationship with Keisa and his friendship with Broderick, Dean turns to Jackie for advice. Meanwhile, after her latest run-in with the law, Jackie decides to turn over a new leaf.
Directed by Ken WhittinghamWritten by Bob DailyGuest stars Charity Jordan, Caleb Williams, Allen Maldonado, Ric Reitz, Carly Nykanen, Liz McGeever, Chinua Baraka Payne, Phoebe Robinson
Episode 3
As Kim decides to take classes at Bill's college and date one of his star students, Bill must walk the line between teacher and dad; Dean and his friends join the football team where Dean finds himself in a tricky situation.
Directed by Stacey MuhammadWritten by Amberia AllenGuest stars Andrew Tull, Caleb Black, Chinua Baraka Payne, Kyle Bary, Najah Jackson, Regina Bryant, Charles Ambrose, Keisha Tillis
Episode 4
Bill and Lillian consider moving into the first integrated neighborhood in Montgomery; Dean develops a crush on Brad's mom during a sleepover at their house.
Directed by Nefertite NguvuWritten by Jacque Edmonds CoferGuest stars Charity Jordan, Andrew Tull, Allen Maldonado, Donald Faison, Lindsay Sloane, Gregory Zarian, Kyra Radomsky, Daryn Kahn
Episode 5
When Lillian joins the church choir, she discovers a new side to her mother-in-law; Kim encourages a guilt-ridden Dean to have an encounter with the supernatural.
Directed by Melissa KosarWritten by Jordan BlackGuest stars Barbara Hawkins-Scott, Andrew Tull, Caleb Black, Richard Gant, Patti LaBelle, Ketty Lester, Jonathan Slocumb, Déjá Dee
Episode 6
After Bill befriends Dean's music teacher, Bill and Lillian attend a party at his house and the evening takes an unexpected turn. Meanwhile, with their parents away, Dean, Bruce and Kim make their own plans for the night.
Directed by Ken WhittinghamWritten by Max SearleGuest stars Caleb Black, Spence Moore II, Bradley Whitford, Chelsea Marie Davis, Nealla Gordon, Cece King, Tara Jones, Katherine Cozumel
Episode 7
In search of a new hobby, Dean joins the drama club - only to find himself mixed up in drama of his own. Bill and Kim grapple with Bruce's choice to campaign for a local politician.
Directed by Lisa C. SatrianoWritten by Melanie BoysawGuest stars Sami Bray, Andrew Tull, Allen Maldonado, Caleb Black, Richard Gant, L. Warren Young, Spence Moore II, Jack McBrayer
Episode 8
After Lillian's boss announces budget cuts, she is forced to make a decision and enforce boundaries between her personal and professional life. Meanwhile, Dean and Cory's friendship hits a few speed bumps as they work together for the boxcar derby.
Directed by Michael SchultzWritten by Tom YoungGuest stars Charity Jordan, Andrew Tull, Allen Maldonado, Ric Reitz, Alexander Parkinson, Jonathan Slocumb, Malone Thomas, Patrick Wade
Episode 9
The Williams gather to celebrate Clisby's 75th birthday - including Bill's brother Melvin and his daughter Cassie. While Bill and Melvin try to one-up each other for Clisby's approval, Cassie shares big news with Lillian and Kim.
Directed by Katie Locke O'BrienWritten by Kendra ColeGuest stars Richard Gant, Brian Kurlander, McKenzie Jordan, Patti LaBelle, Malcolm-Jamal Warner, Aubriana Davis, Elijah Everett, Jaquanna Prather
Episode 10
When the Williams family decides to go on a family vacation, Kim suggests a road trip to Austin College and Dean proposes a stop at Disneyland. After meeting up with his old bandmates, Bill reflects on his life choices.
Directed by Ken WhittinghamWritten by Yael GalenaGuest stars Boon McKenzie, Alex Patterson, Neal Ghant, Spence Moore II, Dawson Fletcher, Michael Rubino, Autumn Monroe, Alison Haselden
Episode information updated Sep 17, 2026
Elisha WilliamsDean Williams
Dulé HillBill Williams
Saycon SengblohLillian Williams
Laura KariukiKim Williams
Amari O'NeilCory Long
Julian LernerBrad Hitman
Milan RayKeisa Clemmons
Don CheadleNarrator
ABCUnited States
Lee Daniels EntertainmentUnited States
20th TelevisionUnited States
