Starz Encore Black James Brown was born in extreme poverty in 1933 South Carolina and survived abandonment, abuse and jail to become one of the most influential musicians of the 20th century. He joined a gospel group as a teenager, but the jazz and blues along the "chitlin' circuit" became his springboard to fame. Although his backup musicians came and went, Brown retained the ability to mesmerize audiences with his 2026-08-16 Tre is sent to live with his father, Furious Styles, in tough South Central Los Angeles. Although his hard-nosed father instills proper values and respect in him, and his devout girlfriend Brandi teaches him about faith, Tre's friends Doughboy and Ricky don't have the same kind of support and are drawn into the neighborhood's booming drug and gang culture, with increasingly tragic results. 2026-08-16 An art thief (Ice-T) who killed a family learns the son (Justin Theroux) and his girlfriend (Alyssa Milano) are still in the house. 2026-08-16 Ex-con Marcus Cowans is trying to turn over a new leaf with the support of his loving family. After learning that one of his brothers may have been involved in a horrific crime, Marcus grapples with the limits of loyalty. He and his family, increasingly weary of the justice system's failings, soon end up in the crosshairs of a seasoned but jaded detective. 2026-08-16 For Victor Rosa (John Leguizamo), that blunt world-view has come to define his life. A Latino hustler from the South Bronx, Victor has worked his way up the neighborhood ladder to become a crew leader for Joanna La Colombiana Menéndez (Isabella Rossellini). But after narrowly escaping an attempt on his life, Victor realizes that he needs to get out of the Bronx, both for himself and for his girlfr 2026-08-16 The best and the worst of the Slocumb family are on display when Woodrow Bud Slocumb keels over from a stroke. As the town swelters in the summer heat, family tensions reach a comedic boil as the Slocumb clan comes together to remember their dearly departed. 2026-08-16 A former beauty queen and single mom prepares her rebellious teenage daughter for the "Miss Juneteenth" pageant. 2026-08-16 Seventeen-year-old Grace (Ryan Destiny) has been raised by her single mother (Garcelle Beauvais), Lisa, in a rather dysfunctional environment. As she yearns for acceptance in the world, Grace finds herself bullied at school by Mary (Raven-Symoné). She seeks guidance from her best friend Andrea (Paige Hurd) and Share, Andrea's older sister. 2026-08-16 A cocky ad executive, Marcus (Eddie Murphy) has a reputation as a ladies' man. However, Marcus gets a taste of his own medicine when a merger finds him working under the beautiful Jacqueline (Robin Givens), who has a similarly cavalier attitude about romance. Marcus and Jacqueline become involved, but he is put off by her noncommittal approach to their relationship. Meanwhile, Marcus also begins t 2026-08-16 Ulysses is a shy and effeminate boy who finds himself coping with new responsibilities as man of the house after the death of his father. Living alongside his mother, younger brother, and conservative aunt, Ulysses is also struggling with questions about his gender identity. He finds an escape by creating a world of fantasy filled with dance and music. Ulysses' journey takes a turn for the better 2026-08-16 A former beauty queen and single mom prepares her rebellious teenage daughter for the "Miss Juneteenth" pageant. 2026-08-16 A rush-hour fender-bender on New York City's crowded FDR Drive, under most circumstances, wouldn't set off a chain reaction that could decimate two people's lives. But on this day, at this time, a minor collision will turn two complete strangers into vicious adversaries. Their means of destroying each other might be different, but their goals, ultimately, will be the same: Each will systematically 2026-08-16 For Victor Rosa (John Leguizamo), that blunt world-view has come to define his life. A Latino hustler from the South Bronx, Victor has worked his way up the neighborhood ladder to become a crew leader for Joanna La Colombiana Menéndez (Isabella Rossellini). But after narrowly escaping an attempt on his life, Victor realizes that he needs to get out of the Bronx, both for himself and for his girlfr 2026-08-16 A giant meteor is set to strike earth, and humanity's only hope is weapons engineer Dr. Corbett (Linden Ashby) : His defense system can shield the planet from annihilation. Unfortunately, the end of the world is exactly what cult leader Brother Payne (Mario Van Peebles) wants. And the easiest way to ensure it comes to pass is to kidnap Corbett. Unlikely allies Special Agent Tyrell (Suzy Amis) and 2026-08-16 A cocky ad executive, Marcus (Eddie Murphy) has a reputation as a ladies' man. However, Marcus gets a taste of his own medicine when a merger finds him working under the beautiful Jacqueline (Robin Givens), who has a similarly cavalier attitude about romance. Marcus and Jacqueline become involved, but he is put off by her noncommittal approach to their relationship. Meanwhile, Marcus also begins t 2026-08-17 A rush-hour fender-bender on New York City's crowded FDR Drive, under most circumstances, wouldn't set off a chain reaction that could decimate two people's lives. But on this day, at this time, a minor collision will turn two complete strangers into vicious adversaries. Their means of destroying each other might be different, but their goals, ultimately, will be the same: Each will systematically 2026-08-17 Newly released from prison, a man (William DeMeo) scoffs at the chance to earn an honest living in his father's construction business; instead he returns to a life of crime. 2026-08-17 A policeman (Mario Van Peebles) learns that the CIA saved a deranged killer from execution to use as a government assassin. 2026-08-17 Three South African cops (Orlando Bloom, Forest Whitaker, Conrad Kemp) investigate the drug-related murder of a young woman. 2026-08-17 As the heir and current marketing director for one of the nation's biggest gun manufacturers, Liberty Wallace (Linda Fiorentino) is indifferent to the atrocities made possible through her business and her CEO husband, Victor (Oliver Platt). On her way to see her actor lover, Liberty ends up chained to a food cart full of explosives -- all at the insistence of "Joe" (Wesley Snipes), a sniper whose 2026-08-17 Lenore Miller is a plus size, insecure teen whose talent for fashion is discovered by her confident, plus-sized classmate, forcing her into the spotlight and into the path of both bullies and new friends. But her image-conscious mother's fears and Lenore's own deep self-loathing prevent her from wearing her own designs. Will Lenore ever feel the self-love she inspires in others? 2026-08-17 When an unspeakable evil takes over the world, the only protection for a mother and her twin sons is their house and strong bond. Needing to stay connected at all times, even tethering themselves with ropes, they must cling to one another and never let go. However, when one of the boys questions if the evil is real, the ties that bind them together are severed, triggering a terrifying fight for su 2026-08-17 Tough and chiseled Ray Breslin (Sylvester Stallone) knows how to infiltrate a prison -- and bust out of one. His latest job leads to a double-cross, leaving him stuck in a high-tech facility with the worst that society has to offer. Luckily for Ray, he meets Emil Rottmayer (Arnold Schwarzenegger), an inmate who secretly helps him hatch a plot to win his freedom. Only sadistic warden Hobbes (Jim Ca 2026-08-17 A frustrated suburban housewife and her best friend hatch an illegal coupon-club scheme that scams millions from corporations and delivers deals to legions of fellow coupon clippers. Hot on their trail is an unlikely duo -- a hapless loss-prevention officer and a determined U.S. postal inspector -- both looking to end their criminal enterprise. 2026-08-17 A policeman (Mario Van Peebles) learns that the CIA saved a deranged killer from execution to use as a government assassin. 2026-08-17 A professional hit man faces a group of assassins after the boss of a crime syndicate suspects disloyalty due to his attendance at Workaholics Anonymous meetings. 2026-08-17 Lenore Miller is a plus size, insecure teen whose talent for fashion is discovered by her confident, plus-sized classmate, forcing her into the spotlight and into the path of both bullies and new friends. But her image-conscious mother's fears and Lenore's own deep self-loathing prevent her from wearing her own designs. Will Lenore ever feel the self-love she inspires in others? 2026-08-17 Career-minded Kenya McQueen is set up on a blind date with architect Brian Kelly, but backs out when she realizes that he is white. Impressed with his work on a friend's mansion, McQueen hires Kelly to design her new garden -- and he sweeps her off her feet. But, after her friends introduce her to executive Mark Harper, McQueen must choose between the type of man she always dreamed she wanted and 2026-08-17