The Family Business (2018– ) User Reviews

How did they get a third season?

[goforcareen-1 · 6/10 · 5 January 2021]

Season one was amazing season two, a waste of time. I'm absolutely surprised there will be a season three. I'm disappointed that 2 was rubbish.

American Gangster style Upscale

[KATO-SUBZERO · 7/10 · 30 November 2018]

30 November 2018: I like the cast with Ernie Hudson, Valarie Pettiford, Darrin D. Henson and sexy and cute Javicia Leslie. I disagree with some of the critics who think the show and acting is bad. I like the show, the cast and the acting is good. I think every all African American cast movie or dvd movie always have character actor, Clifton Powell. He has over 100 credits in low budget no name dvd movies that most haven't heard of, but most known for the film "Ray" about singer Ray Charles. Check him out in a funny low budget dvd flick "35 and Ticking".

It's flashy and a bit unrealistic to see Black gangsters living in Beverly Hills in what we normally see Italians and some Jewish gangster doing. It seem to take the idea of the hit Denzel film; " American Gangster" taking the gang members off the street corner and dressing them up with fine clothes and nice fancy cars. They sell cars by day, but I have watched all three episodes and nary an episode have shown people coming in to buy cars and selling cars is supposed to be part of the show's main plot line. I am glad that to see some Latino actors in mixed in the series and actor, Armand Assante as mobster is a nice touch. The show also has some nice sweet, sexy young eye candy. I hope the it last for a few years. Keep writing better plots and it will last. I give it a thumb up.

Too Many Commercials

[selketentr · 7/10 · 17 November 2018]

The development of characters and plot was interrupted too many times. Looks like it will be an exciting series. I will give a chance.

Not as good as the book...

[jaallen-71301 · 29 July 2021]

Books are always better than the movies.... I have two issues: that stupid toothpick in Orlando's mouth is driving me nuts!!! And his dye job is driving me nuts too..... although not like the book, I continue to watch it...

Bad Acting But I Cannot Stop Watching

[daddygracenyc · 10/10 · 25 May 2022]

This is entertaining television to take my mind off all the depressing things in the real world. The eye candy is hot regarding both the men and women. The acting isn't that great but I love seeing Valerie Pettiford gangsta character. She is beautiful and it's fun seeing her in this character.

Loved this series

[dyannpa · 9/10 · 14 February 2019]

Loved the series, hope it comes back.. Loved the story line and acting..

Streets Choice Review

[mrgiant-89164 · 6/10 · 26 September 2020]

The story line behind the show is pretty decent. Without going into much detail, with the star power it carries you would think the acting would be alot better. The budget has to be very limited because the special effects are terrible. The camera angles are poor not sure if its bad directing or just very bootleg. I think the show has the potential to be great if the right network gets their hands on it. A story of this caliber needs a netflix or hbo even starz type of budget. Some minor character adjustments and you have a major hit show.

Tried...

[mstrish1009 · 2/10 · 12 January 2019]

Terrible acting. Embarrassing for the seasoned actors. Kill off Paris' character fast!

Looks promising.

[clayshamz · 10/10 · 9 January 2019]

I loved it ! Ignore the negative reviews and watch it . A way way better show than Gaympire .

How I feel

[truelove-15404 · 7/10 · 6 June 2021]

I love the show and the actors. The sound goes high to low sometimes and some of the scenes could be better cut but overall I think the storyline is great and the cast is awesome.

This show really suck!!!

[ljefferson-75659 · 1/10 · 28 November 2018]

It's horrible! it seem like everyone over doing their parts especially the daughter

Great show

[pam_p-44050 · 9/10 · 15 January 2019]

I've read all of Carl Weber's books. I truly enjoyed The Family Business series. You can onny imagine how excited I am ti tune in weekly. There is only one hiccup. Tami Roman is believed to be to old for this role. This is not only my view but those od my friend who tune in. I love Tami. This character seems a little out of place. I could see her maybe playing the mom.

Not to far off from the book series

[kathrynwatkins-27035 · 7/10 · 28 January 2019]

I have read all four books pertaining to this show. Well done Mr. Weber. This is so the best tv series that was adapted from a book that I've read. Hope this is a show that will be on for a while. Keep up the GREAT JOB Mr. Weber a true fan that have read a lot of your books. Can't wait ti to read the next book in the series of Family Business.😗😙😚

Don't bother!

[Sea-Breeze-Rae · 2/10 · 7 December 2018]

I was looking forward to this series because of the cast. I am so disappointed. The acting is overdone and fake. Armand Assante is a caricature of what? I don't know. His acting is appalling. The rest of the cast are obviously there for the money. What a disgrace! Don't waste your time. I watched 2 episodes hoping it would improve. Two hours (with numerous commercials) that I will never get back.

Absolutely Love This Show

[courtneywilliams-98009 · 10/10 · 15 September 2019]

The show is based off of a book seriies so it has a lot of action and plots. I got hooked after episode one and cannot wait for season 2 because it ended so well i need to know what happens next

Too many commercials!

[nakotaanderson-37402 · 10/10 · 6 December 2018]

Excellent cast. I love the show but its hard to keep following with all the commercials. This is a show that belongs on a larger network like HBO, SHOWTIME or Cinemax. This show has the right storyline but i dont see the longevity. I will definitely continue to watch!

Really bad!!

[kickbaron-45738 · 3/10 · 22 November 2018]

Really bad acting! B class tv show. I was expecting more but it is annoying to see how bad they acting. Shut it of after 15 minutes.

Too many commercials

[nakotaanderson-37402 · 10/10 · 6 December 2018]

I like love the series, they have a great cast but this seems like it should be on a cable series like HBO, SHOW or Cinemax. Definitely a good show, but way too many commercials. BET is not a channel I would like to see this on. It seems like its bound to fail. I only continue to watch because of the excellent cast. Hopefullythis show will continue to be successful!

Horrible acting

[sophiaukor · 1/10 · 14 January 2019]

The acting, production, stunts and directing in this movie makes me irk.

It's very sad because I have seen few of the actors act real good in other movies. I am confused as to what is going on with this movie. Seems rushed. No commitment.

Movies like this make it seem like black people have zero talent and I know we are super talented.

P.S: that Paris girl is an annoying piece of work!!

10s Across The Board!

[chavelasturgis · 10/10 · 10 July 2020]

If you like hood movies & crime drama - this is the epitome.

This star studded cast gives life. The action is on point. The storyline is gripping.

I found it online & just binged watched the whole first season.

Worse than C Grade

[linda-93355-37097 · 2/10 · 27 June 2021]

Poor in so many aspects, should not have survived Season 1. The acting is horrible, the directing, the storyline and the entire plot is a so bad there is almost nothing good to say about this show. This is not even B grade, it's worse than C grade if there is even such. Unbelievable.

OFF THE CHAIN

[babstokes58 · 10/10 · 28 August 2019]

THESE SERIES EACH TIME HAVE SIZZLING, DRAMA, MYSTERY AND HOOD BUT CLASSY GOING ON EACH EPISODES. ONLY FAULT IS THAT IT'S NOT GIVING ENOUGH ADVERTISING OR WHEN EACH SEASON COMING ON. OTHER THAN THAT I LOVE IT AND IT KEEP ME SITTING ON THE EDGE OF MY CHAIR. ALSO BRING BACK ONE OF MY FAVORITE CHARACTERS DUCAN BROTHER AND NEPHEW.

AWESOME AWESOME AWESOME

[hotzybruno · 10/10 · 16 January 2019]

I love EVERYTHING about it !!!!!!! LooooooooooVE Everyone of them can't wait for next week

Too Choppy

[kdbullock · 4/10 · 22 November 2018]

With the cast of actors expected better. There is no flow to the series. I will give it a chance to see if it improves. Always try to support black movies and series but this has to get better.

Great Show

[angelinamusicworldwide · 10/10 · 7 February 2019]

At first i thought it would be a fake Power, but the show turned out to be AWESOME.. Episode 8 had us on the edge of our seat! We are so hooked on this show! Great Job to all the actors and actresses,the writers are doing a fabulous job!! Keep it coming!