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1. Orango (2023)

94 min | Drama

For the first time since they escaped the war in Guinea-Bissau, Eny, a painter living in Berlin, and his sister Titina, go on a journey through West Africa. After 17 years of exile and the ... See full summary »

Director: Samuel Kay Forrest | Stars: Zdenka Brezavscek, Staniel Ferreira, Stephanie Ferreira, Mario Funi

Votes: 8

2. When They See Us (2019)
Episode: Part Four (2019)

TV-MA | 88 min | Biography, Crime, Drama

Korey is in adult prison and struggles with it. Eventually, the real truth comes out about what really happened. Events that had been ignored finally come to light.

Director: Ava DuVernay | Stars: Asante Blackk, Caleel Harris, Ethan Herisse, Jharrel Jerome

Votes: 7,043

3. When They See Us (2019)
Episode: Part Two (2019)

TV-MA | 71 min | Biography, Crime, Drama

The New York City police are shown mounting a conspiracy with prosecutors, to fudge timelines and to ignore conflicting evidence, in order to expedite a guilty verdict against five boys.

Director: Ava DuVernay | Stars: Asante Blackk, Caleel Harris, Ethan Herisse, Jharrel Jerome

Votes: 5,790

4. Wings of Fire (2023– )

40 min | Animation, Action, Adventure

A group of five young dragons who are prophesized to end a decades long war that has decimated the fictional lands of Pyrrhia and Pantala.

Votes: 31

5. The Queen (2023)
Episode: Episode #1.7 (2023)

Drama

While Gaye makes a brand new plan to end Ates and Deniz's marriage, the agenda at the farm is completely different. Zeynep will be caught between Selim and Engin as she questions Aslan's ... See full summary »

Director: Cevdet Mercan | Stars: Burcu Özberk, Gökhan Alkan, Selin Sekerci, Özgün Karaman

Votes: 11

6. Queen Sugar (2016–2022)
Episode: So Far (2016)

TV-14 | 43 min | Drama

The storm impacted the harvest schedule, leaving Charley (Dawn-Lyen Gardner) to search for a new mill. When she rejects an unfair split of the profits from the Boudreaux family, she ... See full summary »

Director: Salli Richardson-Whitfield | Stars: Rutina Wesley, Dawn-Lyen Gardner, Kofi Siriboe, Nicholas L. Ashe

Votes: 104

7. Lincoln Heights (2006–2009)
Episode: Baby Doe (2007)

TV-14 | 42 min | Drama, Family

A girl abandons her baby in a dumpster.

Director: Michael Schultz | Stars: Russell Hornsby, Nicki Micheaux, Erica Hubbard, Rhyon Nicole Brown

Votes: 22

8. When They See Us (2019)
Episode: Part One (2019)

TV-MA | 64 min | Biography, Crime, Drama

After the brutal rape and assault of a female jogger in Central Park, five African-American teenagers find themselves falsely accused of the crime.

Director: Ava DuVernay | Stars: Asante Blackk, Caleel Harris, Ethan Herisse, Jharrel Jerome

Votes: 6,275

9. When They See Us (2019)

TV-MA | 75 min | Biography, Crime, Drama

Five teens from Harlem become trapped in a nightmare when they're falsely accused of a brutal attack in Central Park. Based on the true story.

Stars: Asante Blackk, Caleel Harris, Ethan Herisse, Marquis Rodriguez

Votes: 138,092

10. The Queen (2023)
Episode: Episode #1.3 (2023)

Drama

After their press conference, Deniz leaves Ates and the house. When she goes to the farm, she sees that it has been sealed by the bank and that her siblings Zeynep and Ali are thrown at the... See full summary »

Director: Cevdet Mercan | Stars: Burcu Özberk, Gökhan Alkan, Selin Sekerci, Özgün Karaman

Votes: 19

11. The Queen (2023)
Episode: Episode #1.8 (2023)

Drama

Deniz has neglected Ates due to his busy schedule and this is exactly what Gaye wants. Zeynep tells Deniz the horrible truth about Aslan and while the two siblings try to decide what to do,... See full summary »

Director: Cevdet Mercan | Stars: Burcu Özberk, Gökhan Alkan, Selin Sekerci, Özgün Karaman

Votes: 10

12. Queen Sugar (2016–2022)
Episode: From on the Pulse of Morning (2018)

TV-14 | 90 min | Drama

Ralph Angel gets unexpected news. The fate of the prison is finally decided. Charley continues to advocate for the farmers. Violet and Hollywood celebrate their love.

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

Votes: 57

13. Finding Your Roots with Henry Louis Gates, Jr. (2012– )

TV-PG | 53 min | Documentary, Biography, History

Before the popularity of AncestryDNA, journalist and cultural critic Henry Louis Gates, Jr. divulges the family trees of various celebrities, many times with stunning revelations.

Stars: Henry Louis Gates Jr., CeCe Moore, Anita Hill, Ty Burrell

Votes: 1,642

14. Lincoln Heights (2006–2009)
Episode: Abduction (2007)

TV-14 | 42 min | Drama, Family

Donelle's crew, in the process of trying to scare Eddie, succeed beyond their wildest dreams when they're able to kidnap Lizzie through sheer happenstance.

Director: Michael Switzer | Stars: Russell Hornsby, Nicki Micheaux, Erica Hubbard, Rhyon Nicole Brown

Votes: 28

15. The Queen (2023)
Episode: Episode #1.2 (2023)

Drama

While Deniz is trying to get over the effects of what she has been through, Ates sets out to prove his innocence and seek his rights with the anger of being wrongfully accused. Things are ... See full summary »

Director: Cevdet Mercan | Stars: Burcu Özberk, Gökhan Alkan, Selin Sekerci, Özgün Karaman

Votes: 19

16. Lincoln Heights (2006–2009)
Episode: Missing (2007)

TV-14 | 42 min | Drama, Family

Lizzie is still having difficulties dealing with her kidnapping, but is reluctant to see the school-ordered counselor; at work, Eddie becomes concerned when cops from the narc division ... See full summary »

Director: Bill Norton | Stars: Russell Hornsby, Nicki Micheaux, Erica Hubbard, Rhyon Nicole Brown

Votes: 15

17. 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

18. 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

19. Queen Sugar (2016–2022)
Episode: Never to Be the Same (2022)

TV-14 | 42 min | Drama

Everyone unites to save Cardale's farm. Plus, the Avila boys receive big news, Nova sees her first love, and Darla makes an important decision about Chase.

Director: Patricia Cardoso | Stars: Rutina Wesley, Kofi Siriboe, Bianca Lawson, Omar J. Dorsey

Votes: 29

20. The Queen (2023)
Episode: Episode #1.9 (2023)

Drama

Deniz's suspicions about whether there is something between Gaye and Ates are increasing day by day. On the other hand, Ates is trying to cope with the shake-up in his career. While Deniz ... See full summary »

Director: Serhan Sahin | Stars: Burcu Özberk, Gökhan Alkan, Selin Sekerci, Özgün Karaman

Votes: 8

21. Queen Sugar (2016–2022)
Episode: Give Us This Day (2016)

TV-14 | 43 min | Drama

Charley (Dawn-Lyen Gardner) continues to make calculated choices regarding Davis' (Timon Kyle Durrett) basketball career and her desire to secure an investor. Nova (Rutina Wesley) and lover... See full summary »

Director: Tina Mabry | Stars: Rutina Wesley, Dawn-Lyen Gardner, Kofi Siriboe, Nicholas L. Ashe

Votes: 82

22. 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

23. 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

24. Queen Sugar (2016–2022)
Episode: As Promised (2016)

TV-14 | 43 min | Drama

Nova's public comments about Charley's marriage causes a rift between the two. Ralph Angel tries to get out of an illegal arrangement. Charley learns what Davis did during the night in question.

Director: Tanya Hamilton | Stars: Rutina Wesley, Dawn-Lyen Gardner, Kofi Siriboe, Nicholas L. Ashe

Votes: 95

25. Queen Sugar (2016–2022)
Episode: Where with All (2016)

TV-14 | 43 min | Drama

As the family prepares for a hurricane, many of their issues are brought to the surface. The incoming storm threatens the farm, and while preparing to protect their land, Remy (Dondré T. ... See full summary »

Director: Kat Candler | Stars: Rutina Wesley, Dawn-Lyen Gardner, Kofi Siriboe, Nicholas L. Ashe

Votes: 92

26. Queen Sugar (2016–2022)
Episode: After the Winter (2017)

TV-14 | 43 min | Drama

Charley's (Dawn-Lyen Gardner) relationship with Remy (Dondré T. Whitfield) is threatened when she discovers that a business loan is contingent on the involvement of her estranged husband, ... See full summary »

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

Votes: 82

27. Lincoln Heights (2006–2009)
Episode: Blowback (2007)

TV-14 | 42 min | Drama, Family

Eddie begins to feel threatened after his partner is injured, Cassie finds a job, and Lizzie explores the other side of the law.

Director: Karen Gaviola | Stars: Russell Hornsby, Nicki Micheaux, Erica Hubbard, Rhyon Nicole Brown

Votes: 18

28. Lincoln Heights (2006–2009)
Episode: House Arrest (2007)

TV-14 | 42 min | Drama, Family

Bishop is caught by Eddie and Lund at a crime scene and arrested, but then the chase is on to make the charges stick. Back at home, Tay is having trouble finding meaning in his ... See full summary »

Director: Seith Mann | Stars: Russell Hornsby, Nicki Micheaux, Erica Hubbard, Rhyon Nicole Brown

Votes: 19

29. 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

30. Being Mary Jane (2013–2019)
Episode: Blindsided (2014)

TV-MA | 42 min | Drama, Romance, Thriller

Mary Jane learns devastating news about Terrence Porter. Niecy's concerns that Dante won't be present for the baby's delivery prove warranted. And Helen reveals concerns over who will take care of her now that Patrick is gone.

Director: Salim Akil | Stars: Gabrielle Union, Lisa Vidal, Margaret Avery, Richard Brooks

Votes: 35

31. Queen Sugar (2016–2022)
Episode: In No Uncertain Terms (2016)

TV-14 | 43 min | Drama

Charley (Dawn-Lyen Gardner) finally faces the state of her marriage and shares it with her son Micah (Nicholas L. Ashe). Ralph Angel (Kofi Siriboe) wants to move forward with his life by ... See full summary »

Director: Neema Barnette | Stars: Rutina Wesley, Dawn-Lyen Gardner, Kofi Siriboe, Nicholas L. Ashe

Votes: 92

32. Queen Sugar (2016–2022)
Episode: To Usward (2017)

TV-14 | 41 min | Drama

Ralph has new plans for the farm. Davis blind-sides Charley during divorce mediation. Nova holds a fundraiser for the community. Violet learns of a potentially life-threatening accident that happened to Hollywood.

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

Votes: 68

33. Queen Sugar (2016–2022)
Episode: Your Passages Have Been Paid (2018)

TV-14 | 42 min | Drama

Mediation for the custody of Blue becomes heated. Nova makes a confession. Charley learns about Micah's role in the fire. Charley faces an unexpected obstacle.

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

Votes: 51

34. When They See Us (2019)
Episode: Part Three (2019)

TV-MA | 73 min | Biography, Crime, Drama

Antron, Yusef, Kevin and Raymond struggle being behind bars. They eventually are let out and have a hard time adjusting to life outside.

Director: Ava DuVernay | Stars: Asante Blackk, Caleel Harris, Ethan Herisse, Marquis Rodriguez

Votes: 5,283

35. The Daily Show (1996– )

TV-14 | 22 min | Comedy, News, Talk-Show

A comedy news show featuring humorous takes on top stories.

Stars: Jon Stewart, Trevor Noah, Stephen Colbert, Roy Wood Jr.

Votes: 48,204

36. Lincoln Heights (2006–2009)
Episode: Tricks and Treats (2007)

TV-14 | 42 min | Drama, Family

When Dana witnesses an abduction that turns to murder, she turns to Eddie for help, but Jen is less than thrilled with the situation.

Director: Jesús Salvador Treviño | Stars: Russell Hornsby, Nicki Micheaux, Erica Hubbard, Rhyon Nicole Brown

Votes: 16

37. 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

38. 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

39. 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

40. 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

41. Scandal (2012–2018)
Episode: Vermont Is for Lovers, Too (2013)

TV-14 | 43 min | Drama, Thriller

Olivia and the team must manage a potential crisis with the Josie Marcus campaign while investigating Operation Remington; Cyrus tries to take down Sally.

Director: Ava DuVernay | Stars: Kerry Washington, Columbus Short, Scott Foley, Darby Stanchfield

Votes: 615

42. Queen Sugar (2016–2022)
Episode: Next to Nothing (2016)

TV-14 | 39 min | Drama

As the siblings work together to repair any damage caused by the storm, Charley (Dawn-Lyen Gardner), Ralph Angel (Kofi Siriboe) and Remy (Dondré T. Whitfield) are shocked to discover two ... See full summary »

Director: Kat Candler | Stars: Rutina Wesley, Dawn-Lyen Gardner, Kofi Siriboe, Nicholas L. Ashe

Votes: 85

43. Queen Sugar (2016–2022)
Episode: All Good (2016)

TV-14 | 41 min | Drama

The Bordelon siblings must find a new mill, but with mounting expenses, they need a feasible solution. Charley (Dawn-Lyen Gardner) makes a big step in putting her past with Davis (Timon ... See full summary »

Director: Salli Richardson-Whitfield | Stars: Rutina Wesley, Dawn-Lyen Gardner, Kofi Siriboe, Nicholas L. Ashe

Votes: 77

44. Queen Sugar (2016–2022)
Episode: Far Too Long (2016)

TV-14 | 42 min | Drama

The siblings continue their quest for a new mill in time for harvest and Charley's (Dawn-Lyen Gardner) search for an investor motivates her to make a cunning decision in relation to Davis' ... See full summary »

Director: Tina Mabry | Stars: Rutina Wesley, Dawn-Lyen Gardner, Kofi Siriboe, Nicholas L. Ashe

Votes: 74

45. Queen Sugar (2016–2022)
Episode: What Do I Care for Morning (2017)

TV-14 | 43 min | Drama

Micah finds solace in Nova's Place. Charley founds out Davis lied to get joint custody. Violet and Hollywood's time together is short lived. Nova attends a symposium in Atlanta. Ralph Angel confronts to Boudreaux for spying on them.

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

Votes: 62

46. Queen Sugar (2016–2022)
Episode: Line of Our Elders (2017)

TV-14 | 43 min | Drama

The opening celebration of Queen Sugar Mills suffers a setback. Nova receives surprising news about her late father. Ralph Angel has a run-in with a person he previously robbed.

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

Votes: 62

47. Queen Sugar (2016–2022)
Episode: Freedom's Plow (2017)

TV-14 | 43 min | Drama

Nova (Rutina Wesley) returns to Atlanta to visit Dr. Robert Dubois (Alimi Ballard), where they attend a dinner party, which doesn't go as planned when Nova clashes with Robert's friend. ... See full summary »

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

Votes: 56

48. Queen Sugar (2016–2022)
Episode: Heritage (2017)

TV-14 | 43 min | Drama

Remy and Charley have different visions of their future. Nova and Calvin face a harsh reality. Plus, Violet gets diagnosed and Darla reveals a devasting secret to Ralph Angel.

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

Votes: 58

49. Queen Sugar (2016–2022)
Episode: The Horizon Leans Forward (2018)

TV-14 | 42 min | Drama

Ralph Angel and Darla reach an agreement. Violet finally reveals her lupus diagnosis to her family. The council makes a decision about the prison.

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

Votes: 46

50. 13th (2016)

TV-MA | 100 min | Documentary, Crime, History

An in-depth look at the prison system in the United States and how it reveals the nation's history of racial inequality.

Director: Ava DuVernay | Stars: Melina Abdullah, Michelle Alexander, Cory Booker, Dolores Canales

Votes: 37,703