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1.
This Is the Life (1952–1988)
Episode:
How Shall We Then Live?
(1985)
Drama, Family
Director: Sharron Miller | Stars: Richard Gates, Leslie Wing, Lynn Whitfield, Brock Peters
Votes: 11
2.
How to Get Away with Murder (2014–2020)
Episode:
Kill Me, Kill Me, Kill Me
(2014)
TV-14 | 43 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
The flash forward finally syncs with the present, and the events that transpired on the night of Sam's death are revealed, which has severe consequences for all involved.
Director: Stephen Williams | Stars: Viola Davis, Billy Brown, Alfred Enoch, Jack Falahee
Votes: 3,724
3.
How to Get Away with Murder (2014–2020)
Episode:
It's All My Fault
(2015)
TV-14 | 43 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
Michaela, Connor, Laurel and Wes get into trouble, before the truth about Lila's death is revealed.
Director: Bill D'Elia | Stars: Viola Davis, Billy Brown, Alfred Enoch, Jack Falahee
Votes: 3,575
4.
The Trials of Rosie O'Neill (1990–1992)
Episode:
Domestic Silence
(1991)
TV-14 | 47 min | Drama
Rosie struggles with her latest client, a battered woman who is on trial for failing to prevent the murder of her son, by her abusive spouse. Rosie argues battered women's syndrome ... See full summary »
Director: Sharron Miller | Stars: Sharon Gless, Dorian Harewood, Ron Rifkin, Georgann Johnson
Votes: 13
5.
Promised Land (1996–1999)
Episode:
Amazing Grace: Part 2
(1997)
TV-G | Drama
Josh is blinded due to a drive-by shooting. His family visits and they all must find their faith.
Director: Victor Lobl | Stars: Gerald McRaney, Wendy Phillips, Austin O'Brien, Sarah Schaub
Votes: 43
6.
Strong Medicine (2000–2006)
Episode:
Healing Touch
(2004)
TV-14 | Drama
Andy finds herself in trouble after a prejudiced patient complains that Andy refused to treat her; a patient of Lu's who needs surgery asks to be treated by a faith healer that is revealed to be a young girl.
Director: Dave Thomas | Stars: Rosa Blasi, Jenifer Lewis, Josh Coxx, Keke Palmer
Votes: 14
7.
The Chi (2018– )
Episode:
Boyz II Men
(2023)
TV-MA | Drama
Pressure mounts on Victor. Emmett makes Douda an offer. A defiant Papa tests his father Pastor Stanley's patience. Dre's actions spark doubt in Nina. Kevin celebrates a major achievement.
Director: Shanrica Evans | Stars: Jacob Latimore, Alex R. Hibbert, Yolonda Ross, Shamon Brown Jr.
Votes: 69
8. Woman in Motion (2019)
96 min | Documentary, Biography
Nichelle Nichols' daunting task to launch a national blitz for NASA, recruiting 8,000 of the nation's best and brightest, including the trailblazing astronauts who became the first Black, Asian and Latino men and women to fly in space.
Director: Todd Thompson | Stars: Nichelle Nichols, George Takei, Walter Koenig, Michael Dorn
Votes: 398
9.
Cagney & Lacey (1981–1988)
Episode:
Who Says It's Fair: Part 2
(1985)
TV-PG | 60 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
With Christine busy looking for a missing child and getting ready for the sergeant's exam, Mary Beth prepares for her breast surgery.
Director: Ray Danton | Stars: Sharon Gless, Tyne Daly, Al Waxman, Carl Lumbly
Votes: 52
10.
Chasing Life (2014–2015)
Episode:
No News Is Bad News
(2015)
TV-14 | 44 min | Drama, Family, Romance
As the competition heats up at work, pitting April and Danny against each other for the next big scoop, April starts to wonder if she is willing to sacrifice everything for success in her ... See full summary »
Director: Joe Lazarov | Stars: Italia Ricci, Mary Page Keller, Richard Brancatisano, Haley Ramm
Votes: 61
11.
The Women of Brewster Place (1989)
Episode:
Episode #1.1
(1989)
TV-14 | 120 min | Drama
The matriarch and anchor for the women of Brewster Place is Mattie Michael. Her unselfish devotion to a ne'er-do-well son forces her to abandon her home, and try to make a new life in Brewster Place's dark and overcrowded tenements.
Director: Donna Deitch | Stars: Oprah Winfrey, Mary Alice, Olivia Cole, Robin Givens
Votes: 20
12. Ageism in Hollywood (2016 TV Special)
122 min | Talk-Show
Age is just a number, right? If you live and work in Hollywood, then age is probably more than just a number; it's probably an obstacle as well. Why isn't Ageism considered a diversity ... See full summary »
Directors: David Christopher Barry, Patrick Muniz | Stars: Kathy Griffin, Lynn Whitfield, Lesley Ann Warren, JoBeth Williams
Votes: 28
13.
The Book of Daniel (2006)
Episode:
Withdrawal
(2006)
Comedy, Drama, Romance
Bishop Beatrice Congreve meanly tells Daniel and Roger Paxton they are responsible for delivering 'her' school and dealing with the Vaporelli brothers. Peter finally gets a really 'gay' ... See full summary »
Stars: Aidan Quinn, Susanna Thompson, Christian Campbell, Ivan Shaw
Votes: 33
14.
Cagney & Lacey (1981–1988)
Episode:
Who Says It's Fair: Part 1
(1985)
TV-PG | 60 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
Mary Beth ignores a lump in her breast, while Chris and Harvey beg her to get the care she needs. Meanwhile, the mother of a missing child feels she'd get more attention if her son were white.
Director: Ray Danton | Stars: Tyne Daly, Sharon Gless, Al Waxman, Carl Lumbly
Votes: 58
15.
Mistresses (2013–2016)
Episode:
The Best Laid Plans
(2015)
TV-14 | 44 min | Drama, Romance, Thriller
Sleeping with the boss's mistress unexpectedly leads Harry to a new career venture; Karen enters uncharted territory in her relationship; April tries to get over issues from her past.
Director: John Scott | Stars: Yunjin Kim, Rochelle Aytes, Jes Macallan, Brett Tucker
Votes: 94
16.
Hit the Floor (2013–2018)
Episode:
Blocked
(2016)
TV-14 | 40 min | Drama, Romance
Jelena's forced to play nice with Vanessa while German's forced to answer to Ahsha. Sloane prepares to testify against Oscar. Zero gets jealous, Kyle gets suspicious, and Raquel gets news.
Director: Jonathan Frakes | Stars: Kimberly Elise, Taylour Paige, Logan Browning, Katherine Bailess
Votes: 33
17.
Greenleaf (2016–2020)
Episode:
The Broken Road
(2016)
TV-14 | 43 min | Drama
Grace informs her father, the Bishop, about Mac's crimes, and imputes that her sister, Faith, was a similar victim. This shatters the Bishop. Isabel suspects Noah and cancels her wedding. Charity suspects her husband Kevin of infidelity.
Director: Clement Virgo | Stars: Merle Dandridge, Kim Hawthorne, Desiree Ross, Lamman Rucker
Votes: 107
18.
Greenleaf (2016–2020)
Episode:
The Whole Book
(2016)
TV-14 | 42 min | Drama
Grace gets evidence of Mac's sexual deviance. Her old love for Noah resurfaces. Noah decides to quit the church after his marriage. The Bishop scorns an offer to preach on TV. An exonerated black policeman is shot at outside their church.
Director: Allan Kroeker | Stars: Merle Dandridge, Kim Hawthorne, Desiree Ross, Lamman Rucker
Votes: 109
19.
Greenleaf (2016–2020)
Episode:
What Are You Doing Here?
(2016)
TV-14 | 43 min | Drama
Mac squeals when the Bishop refuses to give him a favorable mention at his sentencing. Grace preaches on Sunday. The Bishop reveals to Grace that he has Alzheimer's. Kevin speaks about the inner conflicts regarding his sexual leanings.
Director: Clement Virgo | Stars: Merle Dandridge, Kim Hawthorne, Desiree Ross, Lamman Rucker
Votes: 105
20.
The Resident (2018–2023)
Episode:
Queens
(2019)
TV-14 | 44 min | Drama
Bell's confidence in Quovadis continues to waver when the poster child for one of its medical devices, Henry Barnett, is rushed back into the ER, experiencing seizure-like symptoms. ... See full summary »
Director: John Brawley | Stars: Matt Czuchry, Emily VanCamp, Manish Dayal, Shaunette Renée Wilson
Votes: 394
21. 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: 48,178
22.
Touched by an Angel (1994–2003)
Episode:
Amazing Grace: Part 1
(1997)
TV-G | Drama, Family, Fantasy
Tess revisits the Greenes. She tells them God says Josh needs to go with Tess. Josh has to help Monica see, since she is temporarily blinded. They travel to a city filled with tension. Part 2 is finished on The Promised Land.
Director: Victor Lobl | Stars: Roma Downey, Della Reese, John Dye, Gerald McRaney
Votes: 78
23.
Without a Trace (2002–2009)
Episode:
Fallout: Part 2
(2003)
TV-14 | 44 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
Jack's squad must determine the best course of action when Samantha is shot and possibly critically injured in a hostage situation. After the ransom drop for a woman who has disappeared ... See full summary »
Director: Paul Holahan | Stars: Anthony LaPaglia, Poppy Montgomery, Marianne Jean-Baptiste, Enrique Murciano
Votes: 245
24.
Greenleaf (2016–2020)
Episode:
The First Day
(2020)
TV-14 | Drama
It's a new day for the Greenleaf family. AJ is out of trouble. Jacob and Kerissa struggle with their marriage. A surprise ending brings the entire family together.
Director: Clement Virgo | Stars: Merle Dandridge, Kim Hawthorne, Desiree Ross, Lamman Rucker
Votes: 62
25.
How to Get Away with Murder (2014–2020)
Episode:
He Has a Wife
(2014)
TV-14 | 43 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
The revelation about Lila's pregnancy prompts several different reactions, Michaela meets Aiden's domineering mother, and the case of a real estate agent accused of murdering her children's nanny proves difficult for the team.
Director: Debbie Allen | Stars: Viola Davis, Billy Brown, Alfred Enoch, Jack Falahee
Votes: 2,391
26.
Chasing Life (2014–2015)
Episode:
Model Behavior
(2015)
TV-14 | 42 min | Drama, Family, Romance
April deals with the aftermath of her article and is forced to go on national TV to defend it.
Director: Steve Miner | Stars: Italia Ricci, Mary Page Keller, Richard Brancatisano, Haley Ramm
Votes: 52
27.
Greenleaf (2016–2020)
Episode:
Behind Closed Doors
(2016)
TV-14 | 42 min | Drama
When the mayor cashes in a favor, the Bishop is left in a tight spot that could split the church; Grace is blackmailed; Charity can't keep a secret.
Director: Clement Virgo | Stars: Merle Dandridge, Kim Hawthorne, Desiree Ross, Lamman Rucker
Votes: 117
28.
Greenleaf (2016–2020)
Episode:
Veni, Vidi, Vici
(2016)
TV-14 | 43 min | Drama
Deacon Sykes discusses women's day with Lady Mae and wants Grace to preach; Mavis has problems with her club; Grace, Ray, and Sophia attend a custody hearing; Charity and Kevin talk about his feelings.
Director: Regina King | Stars: Merle Dandridge, Kim Hawthorne, Desiree Ross, Lamman Rucker
Votes: 98
29.
Greenleaf (2016–2020)
Episode:
The New Life
(2018)
TV-14 | 42 min | Drama
Despite the success of Lady Mae's big day, she is denied the right to run Calvary despite support from the Bishop. Grace assumes control thanks to Connie and joins Harmony and Hope Ministries.
Director: Clement Virgo | Stars: Merle Dandridge, Rick Fox, Kim Hawthorne, Desiree Ross
Votes: 68
30. Hill Street Blues (1981–1987)
TV-14 | 60 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
The lives and work of the staff of an inner city police precinct.
Stars: Daniel J. Travanti, Michael Warren, Bruce Weitz, James Sikking
Votes: 10,548
31. Late Night with Conan O'Brien (1993–2009)
TV-14 | 60 min | Comedy, Music, Talk-Show
Conan O'Brien, a Harvard Lampoon alumnus, hosts this late-night comedy/talk-show, which is often silly and whimsical.
Stars: Conan O'Brien, The Max Weinberg 7, Andy Richter, Joel Godard
Votes: 18,951
32.
Heartbeat (1988–1989)
Episode:
Pilot
(1988)
Drama
Two female doctors, disappointed by hospitals' lack of care for the individual, especially female, start their own clinic for women, where everyone care. This enterprise, however, puts a tremendous pressure on them and their families.
Director: Harry Winer | Stars: Kate Mulgrew, Laura Johnson, Ray Baker, Katherine Cannon
Votes: 31
33.
American Playhouse (1980–1994)
Episode:
For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide/When the Rainbow Is Enuf
(1982)
78 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance
A unique award-winning tale of the African-American woman's journey in America.
Director: Oz Scott | Stars: Sarita Allen, Trazana Beverley, Laurie Carlos, Gregory T. Daniel
Votes: 85
34.
Without a Trace (2002–2009)
Episode:
Fallout: Part 1
(2003)
TV-14 | 43 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
Jack and his team search for an office worker, Sydney Harrison, who disappeared from her building. Within hours of Sydney going missing, her employers receive a ransom note via e-mail demanding $50,000.
Director: Kevin Hooks | Stars: Anthony LaPaglia, Poppy Montgomery, Marianne Jean-Baptiste, Enrique Murciano
Votes: 241
35.
Greenleaf (2016–2020)
Episode:
The Seventh Day
(2020)
TV-14 | 42 min | Drama
It's all out war between the Greenleafs against H&H. Grace tries to stop the demolition of the church. Lady Mae negotiates for the mansion but Bishop has a revelation after learning the original owner.
Director: Charles Randolph-Wright | Stars: Merle Dandridge, Kim Hawthorne, Desiree Ross, Lamman Rucker
Votes: 58
36.
Greenleaf (2016–2020)
Episode:
Meaningful Survival
(2016)
TV-14 | 43 min | Drama
Mac had not done anything wrong, the Bishop believes. Jacob is benched due to an affair, and Grace is asked to step up. Connie refuses to return as Chairman of the Deacon Board, having disagreed over the Bishop's plan to get a new plane.
Director: Charles Randolph-Wright | Stars: Merle Dandridge, Kim Hawthorne, Desiree Ross, Lamman Rucker
Votes: 110
37.
Greenleaf (2016–2020)
Episode:
Good Morning, Calvary
(2016)
TV-14 | 43 min | Drama
Jacob being benched, Grace takes the pulpit. A new sexual violence help group is started. Jacob's love for his wife is rekindled when they are invited to a partner swapping party. An openly gay Choir Director replaces a closeted one.
Director: Janice Cooke | Stars: Merle Dandridge, Kim Hawthorne, Desiree Ross, Lamman Rucker
Votes: 102
38.
Greenleaf (2016–2020)
Episode:
March to the Sea
(2016)
TV-14 | 41 min | Drama
Bishop shoots Mac in the upper arm. Grace is eased out of the Deacon Board for having called the police. Mac is arrested for his past deviancy, while in hospital. Mae is unforgiving of Mac. Charity kicks her husband out from the bedroom.
Director: Allan Kroeker | Stars: Merle Dandridge, Kim Hawthorne, Desiree Ross, Lamman Rucker
Votes: 102
39. How to Get Away with Murder (2014–2020)
TV-14 | 43 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
A group of ambitious law students and their brilliant criminal defense professor become involved in a twisted murder plot that promises to change the course of their lives.
Stars: Viola Davis, Billy Brown, Jack Falahee, Aja Naomi King
Votes: 166,572
40. Unsung Hollywood (2014–2018)
TV-PG | 60 min | Documentary, Biography, History
A series that profiles talented, influential black celebrities from Hollywood movies, television, comedy, and sports.
Stars: Gary Anthony Williams, Charnele Brown, Joe Torry, John Singleton
Votes: 98
41.
Greenleaf (2016–2020)
Episode:
Unwanted
(2019)
TV-14 | 41 min | Drama
AJ cannot fit into this superficial world, and walks out on his mother. Kerissa's frustrations overflow and she quarrels with Mama. Jacob suddenly finds that he cannot yet buy a new house. Charity has cold feet about spying on her family.
Director: Allan Kroeker | Stars: Merle Dandridge, Kim Hawthorne, Desiree Ross, Lamman Rucker
Votes: 48
42.
The Chi (2018– )
Episode:
Mo' Douda, Mo' Problems
(2023)
TV-MA | Drama
Emmett and Kiesha take a big leap. Shaad launches a new business. Jamal returns to town on a mission. Papa struggles with his faith. Rob and Tiff make a potentially life-altering connection.
Director: Johnson Cheng | Stars: Jacob Latimore, Alex R. Hibbert, Yolonda Ross, Shamon Brown Jr.
Votes: 49
43.
The Chi (2018– )
Episode:
One of Them Nights
(2023)
TV-MA | Drama
Kevin, Jake, Papa and the crew celebrate a major milestone. Emmett questions Douda. Kiesha asks for help. Jamal issues a warning to Bakari over Lynae. Shaad makes a potentially life-altering decision.
Director: Johnson Cheng | Stars: Jacob Latimore, Alex R. Hibbert, Yolonda Ross, Shamon Brown Jr.
Votes: 54
44.
Greenleaf (2016–2020)
Episode:
One Train May Hide Another
(2016)
TV-14 | 41 min | Drama
The Bishop is furious when the auditors demand the Bishop's personal tax returns. Mac, the new Memphis Man of the Year, is told to fix this. Mac's repugnant father, firmly unwelcome at the church, visits his son to wangle some money.
Director: Rob Greenlea | Stars: Merle Dandridge, Kim Hawthorne, Desiree Ross, Lamman Rucker
Votes: 101
45.
Greenleaf (2016–2020)
Episode:
Men Like Trees Walking
(2016)
TV-14 | 42 min | Drama
Refusing to reinstate Jacob as a preacher, the Bishop advises him to follow his life's calling. Jacob applies for a pastor's job at a rival church. Grace gets a custody notice for her daughter. Charity remains cold towards her husband.
Director: Gregg Araki | Stars: Merle Dandridge, Kim Hawthorne, Desiree Ross, Lamman Rucker
Votes: 95
46.
Greenleaf (2016–2020)
Episode:
A House Divided
(2017)
TV-14 | 42 min | Drama
The Greenleaf family struggle in the aftermath of Mac's release; Lady Mae makes a last-ditch attempt to save the Bishop; Basie's announcement opens a rift between the Bishop and Jacob.
Director: Clement Virgo | Stars: Merle Dandridge, Kim Hawthorne, Desiree Ross, Lamman Rucker
Votes: 99
47.
Greenleaf (2016–2020)
Episode:
Born to Trouble
(2017)
TV-14 | 43 min | Drama
It's the anniversary of Faith's suicide and Grace isn't ready to give up her pursuit of charges against Mac. There's bad news about Triumph Two's finances.
Director: Geary McLeod | Stars: Merle Dandridge, Kim Hawthorne, Desiree Ross, Lamman Rucker
Votes: 72
48.
Greenleaf (2016–2020)
Episode:
Dea Abscondita
(2018)
TV-14 | 41 min | Drama
Zora is 18 now and firm about going away. Sophia will not go to college, once she is 18. Coralie meets her 2 kids who are in foster care. She declines to take the DA's deal. Tasha leaves. Charity declines to take over the funeral home.
Director: Charles Randolph-Wright | Stars: Merle Dandridge, Rick Fox, Kim Hawthorne, Desiree Ross
Votes: 52
49.
Greenleaf (2016–2020)
Episode:
Day of Reckoning
(2018)
TV-14 | 42 min | Drama
After Mae's beautiful sermon at "A Day with Lady Mae", Bishop fears he may lose Calvary. Grace gets a paternity test with Aaron. Jacob and Grace work to clear the family name.
Director: Charles Randolph-Wright | Stars: Merle Dandridge, Rick Fox, Kim Hawthorne, Desiree Ross
Votes: 59
50.
Greenleaf (2016–2020)
Episode:
Visions and Dreams
(2019)
TV-14 | 42 min | Drama
Grace flies to Phoenix to face her past but in doing so, gives Phil the opportunity to impress key church leadership. Lady Mae steps in to do damage control in Grace's absence and is forced... See full summary »
Director: Charles Randolph-Wright | Stars: Merle Dandridge, Kim Hawthorne, Desiree Ross, Lamman Rucker
Votes: 51