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1. The Official Queen Sugar Podcast (2022 Podcast Series)

Drama

The critically acclaimed drama series QUEEN SUGAR will be cemented in television history as the longest-running Black family drama series by a Black woman creator when it completes its seventh and final season this year.

Stars: Rutina Wesley, Bianca Lawson, Greg Vaughan, Kofi Siriboe

2. Queen Sugar (2016–2022)
Episode: And When Great Souls Die (2022)

TV-14 | Drama

The family attends a christening for Ralph Angel and Darla's baby. Billie ignores Vince's calls, Prosper asks Sandy on a date, and Micah sees Keke. Sam Landry delivers shocking news that could threaten the Bordelon land once again.

Director: Kat Candler | Stars: Rutina Wesley, Kofi Siriboe, Bianca Lawson, Omar J. Dorsey

Votes: 35

3. Queen Sugar (2016–2022)
Episode: Be and Be Better (2022)

TV-14 | 43 min | Drama

Results of the USDA's investigation give Ralph Angel another opportunity to win back the Bordelon land. Plus, Dominic receives an offer that tests his and Nova's future together.

Director: DeMane Davis | Stars: Rutina Wesley, Kofi Siriboe, Bianca Lawson, Omar J. Dorsey

Votes: 20

4. Queen Sugar (2016–2022)
Episode: For They Existed (2022)

TV-14 | 69 min | Drama

As the series comes to a close, the Bordelons make one final attempt to get their land back.

Director: Ava DuVernay | Stars: Rutina Wesley, Kofi Siriboe, Bianca Lawson, Omar J. Dorsey

Votes: 38

5. 3rd Annual AAFCA TV Honors (2021 TV Special)

News

AAFCA TV Honors is an annual event recognizing outstanding work in the television industry. Honorees are selected by a special committee within the association charged with identifying ... See full summary »

Director: Abdul Malik Abbott | Stars: Naomi Ackie, Eugene Ashe, Yvette Nicole Brown, Tituss Burgess

6. Queen Sugar (2016–2022)
Episode: Late-February 2020 (2021)

TV-14 | 42 min | Drama

Nova and Calvin move forward in their relationship. Ralph Angel makes a big decision. Nova starts a new business venture. Micah joins a fraternity. Frances is sentenced for conspiracy.

Director: Lauren Wolkstein | Stars: Rutina Wesley, Dawn-Lyen Gardner, Kofi Siriboe, Omar J. Dorsey

Votes: 42

7. Queen Sugar (2016–2022)
Episode: Mid-March 2020 (2021)

TV-14 | 39 min | Drama

Ralph Angel and Darla discuss their nuptials, Nova meets Calvin's family for the first time, and Charley grows curious about Parker. Plus, the threat of Covid-19 becomes more real.

Director: Lisa France | Stars: Rutina Wesley, Dawn-Lyen Gardner, Kofi Siriboe, Omar J. Dorsey

Votes: 28

8. Queen Sugar (2016–2022)
Episode: Late-April 2020 (2021)

TV-14 | 41 min | Drama

Nova (Rutina Wesley) and Calvin's (Greg Vaughn) romantic connection has strengthened during the quarantine, Darla (Bianca Lawson) and Ralph Angel (Kofi Siriboe) struggle to educate Blue (... See full summary »

Director: Lauren Wolkstein | Stars: Rutina Wesley, Dawn-Lyen Gardner, Kofi Siriboe, Omar J. Dorsey

Votes: 29

9. Queen Sugar (2016–2022)
Episode: Early-May 2020 (2021)

TV-14 | 42 min | Drama

Hollywood's mother's health has severely declined, and he is crestfallen that he's unable to visit her in the hospital. While he is away, Violet invites Prosper to stay with her to keep ... See full summary »

Director: Cierra Glaude | Stars: Rutina Wesley, Dawn-Lyen Gardner, Kofi Siriboe, Omar J. Dorsey

Votes: 35

10. Queen Sugar (2016–2022)
Episode: May 19, 2020 (2021)

TV-14 | Drama

Ralph Angel and Darla announce their wedding for that day, leaving not much time. Charley still finds time to create a special virtual bridal shower for Darla. Darlene and Vi argue about Blue's future.

Director: Lauren Wolkstein | Stars: Rutina Wesley, Dawn-Lyen Gardner, Kofi Siriboe, Omar J. Dorsey

Votes: 38

11. Queen Sugar (2016–2022)
Episode: May 27, 2020 (2021)

TV-14 | Drama

The Bordelon family reacts to the death of George Floyd. Ralph Angel and Darla cut their honeymoon short to return to Blue.

Director: Cierra Glaude | Stars: Rutina Wesley, Dawn-Lyen Gardner, Kofi Siriboe, Omar J. Dorsey

Votes: 38

12. Queen Sugar (2016–2022)
Episode: June 1, 2020 (2021)

TV-14 | Drama

Violet is concerned about Hollywood's emotional state, Micah wants to add his voice to what's happening, and Charley falls ill.

Director: Lisa France | Stars: Rutina Wesley, Dawn-Lyen Gardner, Kofi Siriboe, Omar J. Dorsey

Votes: 32

13. Queen Sugar (2016–2022)
Episode: June 3, 2020 (2021)

TV-14 | Drama

Ralph Angel and Darla discuss Blue's future, Davis cares for Charley as she grows sicker, and Hollywood has a new idea for The Real Spot.

Director: Cierra Glaude | Stars: Rutina Wesley, Dawn-Lyen Gardner, Kofi Siriboe, Omar J. Dorsey

Votes: 29

14. Queen Sugar (2016–2022)
Episode: In Summer Time to Simply Be (2021)

TV-14 | Drama

Charley grows closer to Davis, Ralph Angel decides about Blue's future, and Nova is confronted with a devastating truth.

Director: Lauren Wolkstein | Stars: Rutina Wesley, Dawn-Lyen Gardner, Kofi Siriboe, Omar J. Dorsey

Votes: 29

15. Queen Sugar (2016–2022)
Episode: Onward (2021)

TV-14 | Drama

Charley and Davis mark a new beginning, Calvin begins to take accountability, Blue starts school in DC, and Darla shares momentous news with Ralph Angel.

Director: Lauren Wolkstein | Stars: Rutina Wesley, Dawn-Lyen Gardner, Kofi Siriboe, Omar J. Dorsey

Votes: 30

16. Queen Sugar (2016–2022)
Episode: If You Could Enter Their Dreaming (2021)

TV-14 | Drama

Nova organizes a vaccine drive for the residents of St. Josephine but is interrupted by residents of other localities. Charley reunites with Davis. Micah has an illicit affair.

Director: Carmen Marrón | Stars: Rutina Wesley, Dawn-Lyen Gardner, Kofi Siriboe, Omar J. Dorsey

Votes: 39

17. The Real (2013–2022)
Episode: VH1 Family Reunion: Love & Hip Hop Edition Week - Day 4 (2021)

TV-PG | Music, News, Talk-Show

Dawn-Lyen Gardner (Queen Sugar (2016)); Karlie Redd and Apryl Jones (VH1 Family Reunion: Love & Hip Hop Edition (2021));

Stars: Adrienne Houghton, Jeannie Mai Jenkins, Loni Love, Garcelle Beauvais

18. Queen Sugar (2016–2022)
Episode: And Dream with Them Deeply (2021)

TV-14 | Drama

When Prosper's daughter arrives, there is a tense showoff and she bans the Bordelons from seeing Propser. Ralph Angel and Darla make preparations for their baby. Micah has flashbacks to previous trauma. Nova has to face a harsh truth.

Director: Cierra Glaude | Stars: Rutina Wesley, Dawn-Lyen Gardner, Kofi Siriboe, Omar J. Dorsey

Votes: 32

19. Queen Sugar (2016–2022)
Episode: And You Would Be One of Them (2021)

TV-14 | Drama

Charley makes a decision about her future with Davis. Micah and Isaiah discuss their friendship. The Bordelon family develops a plan to save their land. Darla gives birth.

Director: Shaz Bennett | Stars: Rutina Wesley, Dawn-Lyen Gardner, Kofi Siriboe, Omar J. Dorsey

Votes: 29

20. Queen Sugar (2016–2022)
Episode: To a Different Day (2021)

TV-14 | Drama

Nova and Billie discuss the past. Hollywood bonds with Gabriel. Micha's romantic relationship ends. Ralph Angel discovers what is wrong with his crop. A shocking discovery is made on the Bordelon land.

Director: Stephanie Turner | Stars: Rutina Wesley, Dawn-Lyen Gardner, Kofi Siriboe, Omar J. Dorsey

Votes: 27

21. Queen Sugar (2016–2022)
Episode: You Would Come Back Different (2021)

TV-14 | Drama

Nova shares her truth, Ralph Angel's finances remain strained, and more is revealed about Billie's history with the Bordelons; Nova learns concerning information, and Charley and Davis ... See full summary »

Director: Marie Jamora | Stars: Rutina Wesley, Dawn-Lyen Gardner, Kofi Siriboe, Omar J. Dorsey

Votes: 27

22. Queen Sugar (2016–2022)
Episode: Moving So Easily Through That Common Depth (2021)

TV-14 | Drama

Violet and Hollywood discuss their future, Micah and Isaiah's friendship further develops, and Ralph Angel makes a tough decision.

Director: Shari L. Carpenter | Stars: Rutina Wesley, Dawn-Lyen Gardner, Kofi Siriboe, Omar J. Dorsey

Votes: 34

23. Queen Sugar (2016–2022)
Episode: They Would Bloom and Welcome You (2021)

TV-14 | Drama

Charley makes a decision about running for Congress, Isaiah offers support to Micah, and Nova deals with effects of police raid.

Director: Keisha Rae Witherspoon | Stars: Rutina Wesley, Dawn-Lyen Gardner, Kofi Siriboe, Omar J. Dorsey

Votes: 26

24. Queen Sugar (2016–2022)
Episode: All Those Brothers and Sisters (2021)

TV-14 | Drama

Davis asks Charley an important question, Micah and Isaiah have a charged conversation, and Dominic and Nova grow closer.

Director: Lisa France | Stars: Rutina Wesley, Dawn-Lyen Gardner, Kofi Siriboe, Omar J. Dorsey

Votes: 27

25. Queen Sugar (2016–2022)
Episode: Or Maybe Just Stay There (2021)

TV-14 | Drama

Charley is caught between love and ambition, police take their intimidation of Nova to an unexpected level, and Violet and Billie address their tumultuous past.

Director: Bertha Bay-Sa Pan | Stars: Rutina Wesley, Dawn-Lyen Gardner, Kofi Siriboe, Omar J. Dorsey

Votes: 29

26. Queen Sugar (2016–2022)
Episode: Tossing in the Meadows (2021)

TV-14 | Drama

Everyone comes together for Ralph Angel and Darla's baby shower. Nova makes a huge discovery about the remains on her land.

Director: Shaz Bennett | Stars: Rutina Wesley, Dawn-Lyen Gardner, Kofi Siriboe, Omar J. Dorsey

Votes: 25

27. The Hollywood Moment (2010– )
Episode: BJ Korros with All Star 99th Birthday Salute to Norman Lear (2021)

Talk-Show

Add a Plot

Director: Bj Korros | Stars: Bj Korros, Norman Lear, Amy Aquino, Alison Arngrim

28. Diva Defined (2019– )

26 min | Talk-Show

Hosted by stage and screen actress Sheryl Lee Ralph, DIVA Defined features empowering, inspirational conversations with women as they discuss life balance, reinvention, health, money, ... See full summary »

Stars: Sheryl Lee Ralph, Sherri Shepherd, Dawn-Lyen Gardner, Dominique DiPrima

29. Happy Birthday, Batman! (2019)

3 min | Short

Batman is celebrating his 80th anniversary this year, and everyone's getting in on the fun. Enjoy this special anniversary montage created for the "Happy Birthday, Batman!" panel at ... See full summary »

Stars: Dan DiDio, Paul Dini, Dawn-Lyen Gardner, Jim Lee

30. Queen Sugar (2016–2022)
Episode: I No Longer Imagine (2019)

TV-14 | 42 min | Drama

Someone from her past is looking for Violet. Nova deals with family fallout from her book.

Director: Carmen Marrón | Stars: Rutina Wesley, Dawn-Lyen Gardner, Kofi Siriboe, Omar J. Dorsey

Votes: 51

31. Queen Sugar (2016–2022)
Episode: Where My Body Stops or Begins (2019)

TV-14 | 42 min | Drama

Violet is surprised at her diner by a man from her past. Nova's book is well reviewed but not well received by the family.

Director: Lacey Duke | Stars: Rutina Wesley, Dawn-Lyen Gardner, Kofi Siriboe, Omar J. Dorsey

Votes: 48

32. Queen Sugar (2016–2022)
Episode: Skin Transparent (2019)

TV-14 | 42 min | Drama

Nova remains estranged from the family over her book. Charley learns more of the Landry's plan. Ralph Angel launches a reentry program for ex-cons. Charley and Romero start a makeshift clinic for undocumented workers.

Director: Numa Perrier | Stars: Rutina Wesley, Dawn-Lyen Gardner, Kofi Siriboe, Omar J. Dorsey

Votes: 47

33. Queen Sugar (2016–2022)
Episode: Face Speckled (2019)

TV-14 | 42 min | Drama

Remy decides to leave town. Davis turns to Charley on how to deal with the fallout of Nova's book. The clinic is raided by ICE agents. Ralph Angel has to explain paternity to Blue.

Director: Heidi Saman | Stars: Rutina Wesley, Dawn-Lyen Gardner, Kofi Siriboe, Omar J. Dorsey

Votes: 48

34. Queen Sugar (2016–2022)
Episode: By the Spit (2019)

TV-14 | 40 min | Drama

Nova and Octavia enjoy one another's company as Nova prepares for her press day. Meanwhile, Ralph Angel and Darla grow concerned for Blue, and they agree to bring him to a counselor. ... See full summary »

Director: Bola Ogun | Stars: Rutina Wesley, Dawn-Lyen Gardner, Kofi Siriboe, Omar J. Dorsey

Votes: 44

35. Queen Sugar (2016–2022)
Episode: Of Several Centuries (2019)

TV-14 | 42 min | Drama

Nova (Rutina Wesley) arrives to a television show taping to discuss her book, where she is unsettled by new information about her family. As Nova exits the stage door, she sees Calvin, and ... See full summary »

Director: Tchaiko Omawale | Stars: Rutina Wesley, Dawn-Lyen Gardner, Kofi Siriboe, Omar J. Dorsey

Votes: 47

36. Queen Sugar (2016–2022)
Episode: All the Borders (2019)

TV-14 | 42 min | Drama

Charley and Micah stare at the remains of the Queen Sugar Mill, as the fire captain reveals that all signs point to arson. Violet confronts Sam Landry about the attack and reveals that they... See full summary »

Director: Deborah Kampmeier | Stars: Rutina Wesley, Dawn-Lyen Gardner, Kofi Siriboe, Omar J. Dorsey

Votes: 45

37. Queen Sugar (2016–2022)
Episode: Stare at the Same Fires (2019)

TV-14 | 41 min | Drama

Violet shares a hard truth with Hollywood. Micah looks to Ralph Angel for advice. Nova is there for Charley when she hits a low point. The community comes together to save Queen Sugar.

Director: C. Fitz | Stars: Rutina Wesley, Dawn-Lyen Gardner, Kofi Siriboe, Omar J. Dorsey

Votes: 47

38. Queen Sugar (2016–2022)
Episode: Oh Mamere (2019)

TV-14 | 42 min | Drama

Micah and Blue enjoy the day at New Orleans City Park, but when Micah gets distracted by a text, he loses sight of Blue. He later finds Blue inside a police car, which triggers the trauma ... See full summary »

Director: Cheryl Dunye | Stars: Rutina Wesley, Dawn-Lyen Gardner, Kofi Siriboe, Omar J. Dorsey

Votes: 41

39. Queen Sugar (2016–2022)
Episode: I'm Sorry (2019)

TV-14 | 42 min | Drama

Charley, Violet, Hollywood, and Nova spend time at Charley's home as Micah and Keke prepare for prom. Hollywood encourages Micah to be responsible on "prom night." As Charley continues to ... See full summary »

Director: Stacey Muhammad | Stars: Rutina Wesley, Dawn-Lyen Gardner, Kofi Siriboe, Omar J. Dorsey

Votes: 42

40. Queen Sugar (2016–2022)
Episode: Here (2019)

TV-14 | 41 min | Drama

Nova tries to mend fences with Ralph Angel, but he's unyielding. Later, Nova finally discovers some usable information for Charley about the mysterious gas drilling company, Old World ... See full summary »

Director: Pratibha Parmar | Stars: Rutina Wesley, Dawn-Lyen Gardner, Kofi Siriboe, Omar J. Dorsey

Votes: 39

41. Queen Sugar (2016–2022)
Episode: I Am (2019)

TV-14 | 42 min | Drama

Charley is released from the St. Jo Sheriff's station where she is met by reporters. Elsewhere, Sam Landry gives Violet information about Frances, and his shared past with Violet is ... See full summary »

Director: Ayoka Chenzira | Stars: Rutina Wesley, Dawn-Lyen Gardner, Kofi Siriboe, Omar J. Dorsey

Votes: 50

42. Ok! TV (2013– )
Episode: Episode #4.202 (2019)

News, Talk-Show

Ryan Seacrest ("American Idol"); Kevin Bacon, Jill Hennessey, James Remar, Amanda Clayton, Mark O'Brien ("City on a Hill"); Laura Linney, Ellen Page and Zosia Mamet ("Tales of the City"); ... See full summary »

Stars: Sonia Isabelle, Jaymes Vaughan, Arthur Kade, Josh McBride

43. Home & Family (2012–2021)
Episode: Emily Hutchinson/Aarti Sequeira/Sandi Masori (2019)

Talk-Show

Baker Emily Hutchinson creates cookie trees; cookbook author Aaeti Sequeira cooks pretzel-fried steak; balloon expert Sandi Masori;

Stars: Debbie Matenopoulos, Cameron Mathison, Ali Fedotowsky, Emily Hutchinson

44. Diva Defined (2019– )
Episode: Dawn Lyen Gardner (2019)

Talk-Show

'Queen Sugar' actress Dawn Lyen-Gardener sits down with legendary diva Sheryl Lee Ralph to talk about Dawn's role on the hit OWN show. Dawn talks about the importance of the show in the ... See full summary »

Stars: Dawn-Lyen Gardner, Sheryl Lee Ralph

45. Queen Sugar (2016–2022)
Episode: Pleasure Is Black (2019)

TV-14 | 42 min | Drama

The Bordelon siblings must put their complicated lives aside so that they can come together to run the clan's struggling sugar cane farm.

Director: Cheryl Dunye | Stars: Rutina Wesley, Dawn-Lyen Gardner, Kofi Siriboe, Omar J. Dorsey

Votes: 60

46. God Friended Me (2018–2020)

TV-PG | 43 min | Comedy, Drama, Fantasy

An atheist's life is turned upside down when God adds him as a friend on Facebook.

Stars: Brandon Micheal Hall, Violett Beane, Suraj Sharma, Javicia Leslie

Votes: 7,532

47. On Monday of Last Week (2018)

14 min | Short, Drama

On Monday of Last Week follows Kamara, a Nigerian woman, on her journey to self-realization. When Tracy, an artist, finally emerges from her studio one afternoon, Kamara, her son's nanny, is inspired to become Tracy's muse.

Director: Akosua Adoma Owusu | Stars: Karyn Parsons, Chinasa Ogbuagu, Peter Rini, Jill Shackner

Votes: 27

48. Truth to Power (2018– )

Talk-Show

TRUTH TO POWER is a 6-episode limited talk series hosted by social influencer and creator of the viral hashtag #OscarsSoWhite, April Reign. Each episode digs into pressing social, cultural ... See full summary »

Stars: April Reign, Rosa Clemente, Dawn-Lyen Gardner, Maya Penn

49. Queen Sugar (2016–2022)
Episode: A Rock, a River, a Tree (2018)

TV-14 | 42 min | Drama

Ralph Angel (Kofi Siriboe) finally learns the truth about his biological connection to Blue (Ethan Hutchison). Elsewhere, Violet (Tina Lifford) and Hollywood (Omar J. Dorsey) return home ... See full summary »

Director: DeMane Davis | Stars: Rutina Wesley, Dawn-Lyen Gardner, Kofi Siriboe, Omar J. Dorsey

Votes: 66

50. Queen Sugar (2016–2022)
Episode: Of Their Sojourn Here (2018)

TV-14 | 41 min | Drama

Violet receives a business proposition she can't refuse. Nova confronts a difficult decision about her career. Micah asks to transfer schools. Charley learns some shocking news about Sam Landry.

Director: Patricia Cardoso | Stars: Rutina Wesley, Dawn-Lyen Gardner, Kofi Siriboe, Omar J. Dorsey

Votes: 60