2024-09-21
The world of hip-hop music serves as a dynamic backdrop to this engaging romantic comedy about a rap-music record producer (Taye Diggs) and a music journalist (Sanaa Lathan) whose long-time friendship blossoms into romance. Mos Def, Queen Latifah, Nicole Ari Parker, Wendell Pierce, Boris Kodjoe, Erik Weiner, Reggi Wyns. (Repeat).
College friends reunite for a wedding, but the best man is nervous because his soon-to-be-published novel is based on secrets among his social circle—including a fling he once had with the bride. (Repeat).
A comedian-turned-movie star spends time with a journalist who's writing a profile on him, just as his latest film is getting terrible reviews. Along the way, he is forced to reflect on his past, his career mistakes and his upcoming marriage to a reality-TV starlet. (Repeat).
A down-on-his-luck man meets his soul mate, and competes for her affections when her ex-husband reenters the picture in this uplifting romantic comedy. Meanwhile, he fends off a materialistic ex of his own with the help of his trusted cousin. (Repeat).
Lucille forms a neighborhood watch after a series of items go missing. Meanwhile, Henry and Alfonso's relationship is tested when an uncomfortable truth about Henry's past is revealed. (Repeat).
A client's wedding ceremony leaves the altar without a bride and groom. Alfonso decides to pop the big question, again. Meanwhile, Jordan befriends a deprived stranger whose needs are more than she can handle. (Repeat).
Vanessa prefers working at a coffee shop to studying for her SATs, so Bernie decides that he must show her how important college is. And Jordan discovers his own strength during a confrontation with Vanessa, and it goes to his head. (Repeat).
Tune in for fun, laughter, and heartwarming moments as "The Jennifer Hudson Show" spreads inspiration through extraordinary stories, talents, and passions, plus watch Jennifer change lives across the nation, one surprise at a time (Repeat).
Sherri gives her hilarious take on the current headlines; Iconic 70s sitcom, "Good Times," turns 50 and cast members Jimmie Walker, Bern Nadette Stanis, and RalphCarter are back together; Sherri is shining the spotlight on the groundbreaking former "Essence" editor-in-chief, Susan Taylor. (Repeat).
Seeking to please Bernie, Jordan joins the football team, where everyone gets a trophy. But he doesn't plan on actually playing. Marcus Allen appears as another player's father. Coach: Paul Parducci. Father Cronin: Wade Andrew Williams. Byron: Garrett Jackman. Jordan: Jeremy Suarez. Wanda: Kellita Smith. (Repeat).
Everyone gets into the act---but no one likes it---when Bernie Mac jokes about the family during his weeklong stint on a radio show. Halle Berry has a cameo. Cheryl: Cleo King. Clyde: Miguel Nunez. Father Cronin: Wade Andrew Williams. Wanda: Kellita Smith. Vanessa: Camille Winbush. (Repeat).
Stress from the kids emphasizes that Bernie Mac is not the Bernie Mac of old. He's just older, and the pain is...everywhere. W.B.: Reginald Ballard. Chuy: Lomberdo Boyar. Kelly: Michael Ralph. Bryanna: Dee Dee Davis. Jordan: Jeremy Suarez. Wanda: Kellita Smith. (Repeat).
After a break-in, Bernie Mac buys an elaborate alarm system that's about as problematic as a burglar. Neighbor: Carl Reiner. Alarm Guy: Nick Toth. Shannon: Eileen Boylan. Kelly: Michael Ralph. Chuy: Lomberdo Boyar. W.B.: Reginald Ballard. Wanda: Kellita Smith. (Repeat).
Impressed by the behavior and talents of another family's kids, Bernie cracks down on his own with a program of constant studying. Shannon: Emmy Yu. Ed: Tzi Ma. Susan: Cindy Lu. Jonathan: Samson Yi. David: Joey Miyamoto. Brian: Robert D. Vito. Vanessa: Camille Winbush. Bryanna: Dee Dee Davis. (Repeat).
Bernie's language and tone with the kids comes under scrutiny after Bryanna repeats something she wasn't meant to hear. Cooley: Matt Bresser. Ms. Lefko: Meagan Fay. Bryanna: Dee Dee Davis. Jordan: Jeremy Suarez. Vanessa: Camille Winbush. (Repeat).
Vanessa plus a boy adds up to a burning Bernie, whose obsessive concern prompts her to plot revenge for an opportune moment. Kevin: Arjay Smith. Byron: Garret Jackson. David: John Porsky. Phil: Chad Einbinder. Brenda: Susan Cash. Wanda: Kellita Smith. Vanessa: Camille Winbush. (Repeat).
Bernie enlists Jordan's help in lying to Wanda so they can both go to a basketball game. Billy Crystal has a cameo. Jordan: Jeremy Suarez. Wanda: Kellita Smith. Vanessa: Camille Winbush. (Repeat).
Bernie gives sanctuary to his just-dumped pal Kelly, who rallies from depression to become the kids' new best friend, making Bernie jealous. Kelly: Michael Ralph. W.B.: Reginald Ballard. Chuy: Lomberdo Boyar. Bryanna: Dee Dee Davis. Vanessa: Camille Winbush. (Repeat).
In Chicago for a funeral, Bernie's cousin (Don Cheadle) badgers him to invest in a comedy club---during the service. Part 1 of two. Aunt Liva: Irma P. Hall. Willie: Cleavant Derricks. Antonitta: Jessika Quynn Reynolds. Raynelle: Imani Beal-Ampha. Funeral Director: Gregg Daniel. Vanessa: Camille Winbush. Wanda: Kellita Smith. (Repeat).
Conclusion. While Bernie takes the others on a tour of his old Chicago haunts, Vanessa visits her old neighborhood and gets a rude reception. Willie: Cleavant Derricks. Aunt Liva: Irma P. Hall. Antonitta: Jessika Quynn Reynolds. Raynelle: Imani Beal-Ampha. Vanessa: Camille Winbush. (Repeat).
A charity golf tournament pits Wanda and Bernie against Lucy Lawless and Matt Damon. Jerry: Rick Hoffman. Chuy: Lombardo Boyar. Kelly: Michael Ralph. W.B.: Reginald Ballard. Wanda: Kellita Smith. Jordan: Jeremy Suarez. (Repeat).
Naomi is impressed with Omar's growth while Antionette makes Jarvis a proposal at a much-needed time. Greg reconnects with Jada, his flight attendant turned Bahamian tour guide. Omar, Keith, and Jarvis hit the club while Keith manages to put his wedding in jeopardy. (Repeat).
Keith inches closer to exchanging vows but Jackee has major doubts about their love. Jarvis and Antionette's relationship is unexpectedly fast-tracked. Greg expresses his concerns to Jada while Omar gets disturbing news about Eugene. (Repeat).
Chaos ensues after the estranged patriarch of the Jones family dies on their doorstep. When the paramedic who answers their 911 call tries to win over acerbic Jean Jones, his attempts are disrupted by old conflicts that come to a boil at the funeral. (Repeat).
The tale of three teens growing up in a tough L.A. neighborhood: one lives for sports; another for crime; and the last learns from his father about strength of character and being responsible. (Repeat).
John Singleton wrote and directed this impressive urban drama about an aimless 20-year-old. Hip-hop star Tyrese Gibson is excellent as the lead, who has fathered two children by different women but still lives at home with his mother. Ving Rhames and Snoop Dogg stand out in the supporting cast. Omar Gooding, A.J. Johnson, Taraji P. Henson, Tamara LaSeon Bass. (Repeat).