Sort by Popularity - Most Popular Movies and TV Shows With Essence Atkins

1. Curb Your Enthusiasm (2000–2024)

TV-MA | 30 min | Comedy

Larry David stars as an over-the-top version of himself in this comedy series that shows how seemingly trivial details of day-to-day life can precipitate a catastrophic chain of events.

Stars: Larry David, Cheryl Hines, Jeff Garlin, Susie Essman

Votes: 146,574

2. House M.D. (2004–2012)

TV-14 | 45 min | Drama, Mystery

Using a crack team of doctors and his wits, an antisocial maverick doctor specializing in diagnostic medicine does whatever it takes to solve puzzling cases that come his way.

Stars: Hugh Laurie, Omar Epps, Robert Sean Leonard, Jesse Spencer

Votes: 512,100

3. The Cosby Show (1984–1992)

TV-G | 30 min | Comedy, Family, Romance

The goings-on in the life of a successful African-American family.

Stars: Bill Cosby, Phylicia Rashad, Malcolm-Jamal Warner, Tempestt Bledsoe

Votes: 36,323

4. Sabrina the Teenage Witch (1996–2003)

TV-G | 22 min | Comedy, Family, Fantasy

Sabrina is a normal teenager, except for one thing - she's a witch. Guided by her aunts, who come from a long line of witches, and Salem, a mischievous warlock doing penance as a cat, Sabrina continually struggles to harness her powers.

Stars: Melissa Joan Hart, Caroline Rhea, Beth Broderick, Nick Bakay

Votes: 42,702

5. Family Matters (1989–1998)

TV-G | 30 min | Adventure, Comedy, Drama

The Winslow family deals with various misadventures, many of them caused by their pesky next-door neighbor, ultra-nerd Steve Urkel.

Stars: Reginald VelJohnson, Jaleel White, Darius McCrary, Kellie Shanygne Williams

Votes: 29,993

6. First Wives Club (2019– )

TV-14 | 30 min | Comedy, Romance

TV adaptation of the 1996 comedy about about three divorced wives who share a common past.

Stars: Jill Scott, Michelle Buteau, RonReaco Lee, Mark Tallman

Votes: 1,877

7. Mad TV (1995–2016)

TV-14 | 60 min | Comedy

A sketch comedy show based on the seminal Mad Magazine.

Stars: Michael McDonald, Debra Wilson, Aries Spears, Bobby Lee

Votes: 11,901

8. The Company You Keep (2023)

TV-14 | 44 min | Crime, Drama

Tells the story of con-man Charlie and undercover C.I.A. officer Emma. A night of passion ignites love between the pair, who are on a collision course professionally.

Stars: Milo Ventimiglia, Catherine Haena Kim, Sarah Wayne Callies, Polly Draper

Votes: 6,059

9. How High (2001)

R | 93 min | Comedy, Fantasy

Two guys by the name of Silas and Jamal decided to one day smoke something magical, which eventually helps them to ace their college entrance exam.

Director: Jesse Dylan | Stars: Method Man, Redman, Obba Babatundé, Mike Epps

Votes: 61,728 | Gross: $31.16M

10. A Haunted House (2013)

R | 86 min | Comedy, Fantasy, Horror

Malcolm and Kisha move into their dream home, then learn that a demon also resides there. When Kisha becomes possessed, Malcolm--determined to keep his sex life on track--turns to a priest, a psychic, and a ghostbusting team for help.

Director: Michael Tiddes | Stars: Marlon Wayans, Essence Atkins, Marlene Forte, David Koechner

Votes: 49,833 | Gross: $40.04M

11. The Class (2006–2007)

TV-14 | 22 min | Comedy, Romance

A 27-year-old is reunited with his childhood friends.

Stars: Andrea Anders, Jon Bernthal, Lizzy Caplan, Jesse Tyler Ferguson

Votes: 4,833

12. Dance Flick (2009)

PG-13 | 83 min | Action, Comedy, Music

Street dancer Thomas Uncles is from the wrong side of the tracks, but his bond with the beautiful Megan White might help the duo realize their dreams as they enter in the mother of all dance battles.

Director: Damien Dante Wayans | Stars: Marlon Wayans, Shawn Wayans, Shoshana Bush, Damon Wayans Jr.

Votes: 12,757 | Gross: $25.62M

13. The Noel Diary (2022)

TV-14 | 99 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance

The story of a man who returns home on Christmas to settle his estranged mother's estate. Once there, he discovers a diary that may hold secrets to his own past and of a beautiful young woman on a mysterious journey of her own.

Director: Charles Shyer | Stars: Justin Hartley, Barrett Doss, Bonnie Bedelia, James Remar

Votes: 19,102

14. House of Payne (2006– )

TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy, Drama, Family

A multi-generational family lives together under one roof.

Stars: LaVan Davis, Cassi Davis, Allen Payne, Lance Gross

Votes: 6,360

15. Family Reunion (2019–2022)

TV-PG | 28 min | Comedy, Family

When the McKellan family moves from Seattle to Georgia to be closer to extended family, the transition is like being a catfish out of water.

Stars: Talia Jackson, Cameron J. Wright, Jordyn Raya James, Tia Mowry

Votes: 3,519

16. Moesha (1996–2001)

TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy, Drama, Family

A teenager struggles to come to terms with everything life throws at her.

Stars: Brandy Norwood, William Allen Young, Marcus T. Paulk, Lamont Bentley

Votes: 4,139

17. Smart Guy (1997–1999)

TV-G | 30 min | Comedy, Drama, Family

A 10-year-old genius goes from elementary school to high school.

Stars: Tahj Mowry, John Marshall Jones, Jason Weaver, Omar Gooding

Votes: 5,556

18. Half & Half (2002–2006)

TV-14 | 30 min | Comedy

Mona and Dee Dee are half-sisters with the same father who didn't really know each other when they were little and are complete opposites, but as adults they live in the same apartment building and at least try to bond.

Stars: Essence Atkins, Rachel True, Chico Benymon, Valarie Pettiford

Votes: 2,104

19. The Wayans Bros. (1995–2023)

TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy

The wacky escapades of brothers Shawn and Marlon Williams, along with their wise but eccentric father.

Stars: Shawn Wayans, Marlon Wayans, John Witherspoon, Anna Maria Horsford

Votes: 5,668

20. Saved by the Bell: The College Years (1993–1994)

TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy, Romance

While the gang is no longer the 'it' crowd at Cal U, Slater balances 3 sports, Screech his extracurriculars, Kelly her crushes, and all manner of college parties, but most of the 2 years follow Zach growing up and winning Kelly's heart.

Stars: Mark-Paul Gosselaar, Tiffani Thiessen, Dustin Diamond, Mario Lopez

Votes: 5,321

21. Celebrity Family Feud (2008– )

TV-PG | 60 min | Comedy, Game-Show, Talk-Show

Teams of celebrities and their families face off to name the top responses to questions posed to 100 people.

Stars: Steve Harvey, Burton Richardson, Al Roker, Vivica A. Fox

Votes: 1,486

22. A Haunted House 2 (2014)

R | 86 min | Comedy, Fantasy, Horror

Having exorcised the demons of his ex, Malcolm is starting fresh with his new girlfriend and her two children. After moving into their dream home, however, Malcolm is once again plagued by bizarre paranormal events.

Director: Michael Tiddes | Stars: Marlon Wayans, Jaime Pressly, Cedric The Entertainer, Essence Atkins

Votes: 23,412 | Gross: $17.33M

23. The Parent 'Hood (1995–1999)

TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy

A college professor copes with contemporary fatherhood.

Stars: Robert Townsend, Suzzanne Douglas, Reagan Gomez-Preston, Curtis Williams

Votes: 1,290

24. The John Larroquette Show (1993–1996)

30 min | Comedy

A recovering alcoholic who becomes the manager of a big city bus station.

Stars: John Larroquette, Liz Torres, Daryl Mitchell, Chi McBride

Votes: 1,238

25. A Black Lady Sketch Show (2019–2023)

TV-MA | 30 min | Comedy

A half-hour sketch comedy written by and starring Robin Thede.

Stars: Robin Thede, Gabrielle Dennis, Ashley Nicole Black, Skye Townsend

Votes: 3,823

26. Are We There Yet? (2010–2012)

TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy

Based on the hit film, centers on the blended Kingston-Persons of Seattle facing the challenges of everyday life in a new blended family.

Stars: Shad Moss, Terry Crews, Essence Atkins, Keesha Sharp

Votes: 1,765

27. Ambitions (2019)

TV-14 | 42 min | Drama

A woman moves to a new city and starts going head-to-head with the town's most powerful and deceitful players.

Stars: Brian White, Robin Givens, Kendrick Cross, Brely Evans

Votes: 826

28. The Ms. Pat Show (2021– )

TV-MA | 30 min | Comedy, Drama

A woman from Atlanta finds herself in conservative middle America where she lives her life as a reluctant suburban mom.

Stars: Patricia Williams, J. Bernard Calloway, Tami Roman, Briyana Guadalupe

Votes: 1,136

29. Carol's Second Act (2019–2020)

TV-PG | 21 min | Comedy

Retired teacher Carol Kenney begins a second career as a doctor.

Stars: Patricia Heaton, Ito Aghayere, Lucas Neff, Jean-Luc Bilodeau

Votes: 2,147

30. Deliver Us from Eva (2003)

R | 105 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance

Eva doesn't let her 3 sisters' men push them around. She's always butting in. How to pacify Eva? Find her a man. The men pay a playboy to be that man. The problem is - he falls in love with Eva.

Director: Gary Hardwick | Stars: Gabrielle Union, LL Cool J, Essence Atkins, Duane Martin

Votes: 7,716 | Gross: $17.33M

31. Promised Land (1996–1999)

TV-G | 60 min | Drama

A family devotes their lives to traveling the country to help those in need.

Stars: Gerald McRaney, Wendy Phillips, Austin O'Brien, Sarah Schaub

Votes: 757

32. The Great Indoors (2016–2017)

TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy

An adventure reporter must adapt to the times when he becomes the boss to a group of millennials in the digital department of the magazine.

Stars: Joel McHale, Christopher Mintz-Plasse, Chris Williams, Susannah Fielding

Votes: 3,528

33. Home & Family (2012–2021)

120 min | Talk-Show

Show will focus on home improvements, crafts, parenting tips, and lifestyle, health and fitness enhancements.

Stars: Debbie Matenopoulos, Mark Steines, Kenneth Wingard, Kym Douglas

Votes: 518

34. Malibu Shores (1996)

60 min | Drama

When upper-crust Malibu students mix with working-class San Fernando Valley ones, they discover that certain issues cut across class boundaries.

Stars: Keri Russell, Tony Lucca, Christian Campbell, Katie Wright

Votes: 316

35. For Your Love (1998–2002)

TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy, Romance

Three couples try to counsel one another on how to deal with the opposite sex.

Stars: Holly Robinson Peete, James Lesure, Tamala Jones, Dedee Pfeiffer

Votes: 344

36. Made in Hollywood (2005– )

TV-PG | 60 min | Talk-Show

"Made In Hollywood" provides an inside look at the new movie and DVD releases, bringing superstar talent and Hollywood magic to you.

Stars: Kylie Erica Mar, Julie L. Harkness, Patrick Stinson, Rahsan-Rahsan Lindsay

Votes: 442

37. Poppa's House

Comedy | Pre-production

Follow happily divorced and talk radio host Poppa as he is challenged at work by a new female co-host and at home, still parenting his adult son, who tries to pursue his passion, while being a good father and husband.

Stars: Essence Atkins, Tetona Jackson, Ayla Rae Neal, Damon Wayans Jr.

38. One Night Stay (2024)

Thriller

Obsessive Jessica secretly moves into Marcus' mansion after a one-night stand. Unbeknownst to Marcus and his partner Milia, Jessica hides out while they resume their perfect lives.

Director: Rick Mordecon | Stars: Essence Atkins, Stephen Bishop, Gary Budoff, Anthony Commodore

Votes: 52

39. Marlon (2017–2018)

TV-PG | 22 min | Comedy

A loving but immature father with a larger-than-life personality is committed to co-parenting his two kids with his very-together ex-wife. For Marlon, family always comes first--even if he's the biggest kid of all.

Stars: Marlon Wayans, Essence Atkins, Bresha Webb, Diallo Riddle

Votes: 4,719

40. Illicit (2020)

120 min | Thriller

A couple finds out that starting a extra marital affair is a lot easier to do than ending one when they both are seduced into outside situations.

Director: Corey Grant | Stars: David Ramsey, Shireen Crutchfield, McKinley Freeman, Michele Weaver

Votes: 271

41. Preacher's Kid (2010)

PG-13 | 110 min | Drama, Music, Romance

Tired of being a Preacher's daughter and longing to experience more of life, 20-something ANGIE KING strikes out on her own for the very first time and joins a traveling gospel show.

Director: Stan Foster | Stars: LeToya Luckett, Durrell 'Tank' Babbs, Tammy Townsend, Carlos Davis

Votes: 877 | Gross: $0.51M

42. Football Wives (2007 TV Short)

43 min | Short, Drama

A look at the lives of women married to professional football players. Based on the ITV series "Footballers' Wives."

Director: Bryan Singer | Stars: Lucy Lawless, Kiele Sanchez, Gabrielle Union, Eddie Cibrian

Votes: 226

43. Open (2020 TV Movie)

87 min | Drama

Cameron and Wren have had an open marriage for the last three years. They set boundaries to assure a healthy open relationship, but they quickly learn that rules applied to the art of emotion will often be broken.

Director: Cas Sigers-Beedles | Stars: Essence Atkins, Keith D. Robinson, Matt Cedeño, Jared Wofford

Votes: 99

44. Love Song (2000 TV Movie)

PG | 90 min | Drama, Romance

A privileged, black college student with a fiance falls in love with a white musician she meets on her 21st birthday.

Director: Julie Dash | Stars: Monica, Christian Kane, Essence Atkins, Vanessa Bell Calloway

Votes: 926

45. Mr. Box Office (2012–2015)

Comedy

The series centers on movie star Marcus Jackson (Bill Bellamy), who ends up getting sentenced to community service after engaging in an altercation with a paparazzo, forcing Marcus to put ... See full summary »

Stars: Bill Bellamy, Jon Lovitz, Alex Thomas, Tony T. Roberts

Votes: 323

46. Sister Code (2015)

R | 84 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance

After the death of their mother, three foster sisters - the shrewd business woman, the free spirit, and the caregiver - find themselves fighting for their individual dreams and fighting each other in this tale of love, lust, and tragedy.

Director: Corey Grant | Stars: Amber Rose, Eva Marcille, Drew Sidora, Marcus T. Paulk

Votes: 429

47. Love for Sale (2008)

R | 106 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance

A twenty-something delivery guy that can't seem to catch a break. Trey just can't catch a break from his work, family, and even his romantic life.

Director: Russ Parr | Stars: Jackie Long, Jason Weaver, Mya, Melyssa Ford

Votes: 357

48. Love, Inc. (2005–2006)

TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy, Romance

A successful dating consultant (Philipps) can't seem to find love for herself.

Stars: Busy Philipps, Vince Vieluf, Reagan Gomez-Preston, Ion Overman

Votes: 342

49. Coins for Love (2020 TV Movie)

90 min | Romance

A new couple face the ultimate test when their respective exes walk back into their lives.

Director: Jamal Hill | Stars: Candace B. Harris, Essence Atkins, Nadej K. Bailey, Nicholas Barrera

Votes: 66

50. Angie's Cure (2023)

114 min | Drama

A traumatized rape victim finds therapy in a most disturbing way.

Director: Corey Grant | Stars: Essence Atkins, Lanett Tachel, Sean Nelson, Denise Boutte

Votes: 10