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101.
The Chi (2018– )
Episode:
New Chi City
(2023)
TV-MA | Drama
Kiesha and Jake plans for exciting new career paths whereas Victor is awaiting the election results. For Emmett's the new venture yields big results but strains his personal life.
Director: Nancy C. Mejia | Stars: Jacob Latimore, Alex R. Hibbert, Yolonda Ross, Shamon Brown Jr.
Votes: 48
102.
Bones (2005–2017)
Episode:
The Corpse at the Convention
(2014)
TV-14 | 44 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
Brennan gives a keynote speech at a convention for forensic scientists, who are all eager to help when the remains of a body are discovered in a stairwell, but the Jeffersonian team are stunned when Hodgins becomes a murder suspect.
Director: Chad Lowe | Stars: Emily Deschanel, David Boreanaz, Michaela Conlin, Tamara Taylor
Votes: 710
103.
The Chi (2018– )
Episode:
Alee
(2018)
TV-MA | 51 min | Drama
Brandon reels from a loss as Ronnie realizes he's made a mistake. Meanwhile, Emmett's carefree life is upended. Papa and Jake taunt Kevin over his crush on Andrea. Detective Cruz is shaken by conflicting clues in the investigation.
Director: David Rodriguez | Stars: Jason Mitchell, Ntare Guma Mbaho Mwine, Jacob Latimore, Alex R. Hibbert
Votes: 224
104.
The Chi (2018– )
Episode:
Ghosts
(2018)
TV-MA | 60 min | Drama
Brandon asks Kevin for help. Laverne and Greavy make a life-changing decision. Meanwhile, Amir looks to capitalize on Emmett's side gig while Quentin returns to town to launch his own investigation.
Director: David Rodriguez | Stars: Jason Mitchell, Ntare Guma Mbaho Mwine, Jacob Latimore, Alex R. Hibbert
Votes: 197
105.
The Chi (2018– )
Episode:
Quaking Grass
(2018)
TV-MA | 52 min | Drama
Brandon seeks refuge after Jerrika kicks him out. A physically and mentally ailing Ronnie runs into Rafiq. Meanwhile, Quentin takes a valued item from Trice while Kevin's quest ends with Brandon making a bad deal with Reg.
Director: Tanya Hamilton | Stars: Jason Mitchell, Ntare Guma Mbaho Mwine, Alex R. Hibbert, Tiffany Boone
Votes: 185
106.
The Chi (2018– )
Episode:
Today Was a Good Day
(2018)
TV-MA | 53 min | Drama
A neighborhood block party brings Brandon, Ronnie, Emmett and Kevin together. Brandon has a confrontation with Ronnie and gets surprised by Jerrika.
Director: Darren Grant | Stars: Jason Mitchell, Ntare Guma Mbaho Mwine, Jacob Latimore, Alex R. Hibbert
Votes: 175
107.
Them (2021– )
Episode:
Day 3
(2021)
TV-14 | 55 min | Drama, Horror, Thriller
Henry goes to work. Ruby goes to school. Lucky and Gracie go to the hardware store. Lucky bakes a pie.
Director: Nelson Cragg | Stars: Deborah Ayorinde, Ashley Thomas, Alison Pill, Shahadi Wright Joseph
Votes: 1,007
108. The Chi (2018– )
TV-MA | 60 min | Drama
From Emmy® winner Lena Waithe, The Chi is a timely coming-of-age drama series centered on a group of residents who become linked by coincidence but bonded by the need for connection and redemption.
Stars: Jason Mitchell, Jacob Latimore, Ntare Guma Mbaho Mwine, Alex R. Hibbert
Votes: 7,922
109.
The Chi (2018– )
Episode:
Woo Woo Woo
(2020)
TV-MA | 55 min | Drama
Kevin's birthday finds him in far from a celebrating mood. Ronnie takes his grandmother Ms. Ethel on a whirl back in time. Emmett goes on a cannabis run with Tiff. Douda's campaign hits another speed bump.
Director: Darren Grant | Stars: Ntare Guma Mbaho Mwine, Jacob Latimore, Alex R. Hibbert, Shamon Brown Jr.
Votes: 108
110.
Them (2021– )
Episode:
Day 9
(2021)
TV-14 | 35 min | Drama, Horror, Thriller
Marty and Earl have a chat. George makes chicken dinner. Henry and the girls come home.
Director: Nelson Cragg | Stars: Deborah Ayorinde, Ashley Thomas, Alison Pill, Shahadi Wright Joseph
Votes: 768
111.
Visible: Out on Television (2020)
Episode:
The Dark Ages
(2020)
TV-14 | 60 min | Documentary, History
Early TV portrayed LGBTQ people as homicidal maniacs and sexual deviants. It wasn't until the '70s that positive portrayals began to emerge.
Director: Ryan White | Stars: Jane Alexander, Harry Bakwin, Robert Benevides, Dustin Lance Black
Votes: 265
112.
Twenties (2020–2021)
Episode:
One Night Only?
(2021)
TV-14 | Comedy
Hattie juggles working on her script and trying to develop a relationship with Ida B. Nia starts her first day on Cocoa's Butter. Marie begins to question her relationship with Chuck.
Director: Diego Velasco | Stars: Jojo T. Gibbs, Christina Elmore, Gabrielle Graham, Sophina Brown
Votes: 20
113.
Better Things (2016–2022)
Episode:
San Francisco
(2022)
TV-MA | Comedy, Drama
Sam goes to San Francisco for a job while Max holds down the fort.
Director: Pamela Adlon | Stars: Pamela Adlon, Mikey Madison, Hannah Riley, Olivia Edward
Votes: 191
114.
Finding Your Roots with Henry Louis Gates, Jr. (2012– )
Episode:
Incredible Journeys
(2022)
TV-PG | Documentary, Biography, History
Comedian John Leguizamo learns the incredible truth about his South American ancestors while filmmaker Lena Waithe learns about her complex heritage.
Director: Sabin Streeter | Stars: Henry Louis Gates Jr., John Leguizamo, Lena Waithe
Votes: 31
115.
The Chi (2018– )
Episode:
Sweet Thing
(2022)
TV-MA | Drama
Valentine's Day brings unexpected developments. Trig and Shaad hit the town, while Jada and Darnell's plans are ruined. Emmett makes a mature decision. Jake and Jemma's day ends in a confession. Kiesha and Tiff meet up.
Director: Nancy C. Mejia | Stars: Jacob Latimore, Alex R. Hibbert, Yolonda Ross, Shamon Brown Jr.
Votes: 58
116.
The Chi (2018– )
Episode:
House Party
(2023)
TV-MA | Drama
Emmett contends with an unexpected gift. Victor surprises Fatima. Lynae starts to doubt Bakari's intentions. Papa defends Kenya. Darnell issues a warning, while Rob looks for clues.
Director: Rashaad Ernesto Green | Stars: Jacob Latimore, Alex R. Hibbert, Yolonda Ross, Shamon Brown Jr.
Votes: 38
117.
Bones (2005–2017)
Episode:
The Lost Love in the Foreign Land
(2014)
TV-14 | 44 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
The Jeffersonian team investigates the murder of an immigrant maid whose remains were found on the side of the road. The victim's wealthy former employer, Sandra Zins, is a key suspect in ... See full summary »
Director: Allison Liddi-Brown | Stars: Emily Deschanel, David Boreanaz, Michaela Conlin, Tamara Taylor
Votes: 725
118.
Bones (2005–2017)
Episode:
The 200th in the 10th
(2014)
TV-14 | 43 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
In 1950s Hollywood, Brennan is a LAPD detective faced with sexism on the force, and Booth is a notorious jewel thief - who is framed for murder.
Director: David Boreanaz | Stars: Emily Deschanel, David Boreanaz, Michaela Conlin, Tamara Taylor
Votes: 1,247
119.
The Chi (2018– )
Episode:
Past Due
(2019)
TV-MA | 55 min | Drama
Brandon gets a new opportunity. Kevin and Maisha form an unlikely friendship. Emmett takes on more responsibility at work. Cruz deals with blowback from Ronnie's confession. Ronnie receives shocking news. Toussaint gets a lead on her case.
Director: Justin Tipping | Stars: Jason Mitchell, Ntare Guma Mbaho Mwine, Jacob Latimore, Alex R. Hibbert
Votes: 122
120.
The Chi (2018– )
Episode:
A Leg Up
(2019)
TV-MA | 58 min | Drama
Brandon competes in the finals of The After Taste Food Competition. Emmett tries to smooth things over with the women in his life. Kevin and Jake get into a fight. Ronnie and Jada grow closer after a family secret comes to light.
Director: Cheryl Dunye | Stars: Jason Mitchell, Ntare Guma Mbaho Mwine, Jacob Latimore, Alex R. Hibbert
Votes: 112
121.
The Chi (2018– )
Episode:
Blind Eye
(2019)
TV-MA | 58 min | Drama
Detective Cruz is left to make a difficult choice. Brandon gets some insight into Douda's past. Jerrika drops a bomb about her career. Emmett tries to figure out who Keisha is dating. Ronnie opens up to Jada, who helps him heal old wounds.
Director: Rebecca Rodriguez | Stars: Jason Mitchell, Ntare Guma Mbaho Mwine, Jacob Latimore, Alex R. Hibbert
Votes: 109
122. Them (2021– )
TV-MA | 45 min | Drama, Horror, Thriller
Anthology horror series with varying characters and locations by season, featuring different aspects of the horror genre.
Stars: Deborah Ayorinde, Ashley Thomas, Shahadi Wright Joseph, Alison Pill
Votes: 26,464
123. 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: 3,834
124. Being Mary Tyler Moore (2023)
TV-PG | 119 min | Documentary
Explores the vanguard career of Mary, who, as an actor, performer, and advocate, revolutionized the portrayal of women in media, redefined their roles in show business, and inspired generations to dream big and make it on their own.
Director: James Adolphus | Stars: Mary Tyler Moore, James L. Brooks, Rob Reiner, Treva Silverman
Votes: 1,073
125. Spilt Milk (2019)
18 min | Short, Drama
Single mom Ximena juggles the demands of her job while struggling to care for her young son. After an encounter with her former lover, Lena, whom she conceived her son with via sperm donor, old wounds are reopened and finally addressed.
Director: Cierra Glaude | Stars: Zuri Adele, Elena Campbell-Martinez, Norma Maldonado, Dascha Polanco
Votes: 19
126. Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me! (1998 Podcast Series)
Comedy
NPR's weekly current events quiz. Have a laugh and test your news knowledge while figuring out what's real and what they've made up.
Stars: Bill Kurtis, Peter Sagal, Negin Farsad, Paula Poundstone
Votes: 23
127.
The Chi (2018– )
Episode:
Southside with You
(2021)
TV-MA | Drama
Emmett and Darnell spend quality time with Jada. Jake and Jemma attend the spring formal. Tensions between Douda and Marcus rise. Kevin makes his move on Lynae. Trig gets caught up in a mess he didn't create.
Director: Nancy C. Mejia | Stars: Jacob Latimore, Alex R. Hibbert, Yolonda Ross, Shamon Brown Jr.
Votes: 74
128.
The Chi (2018– )
Episode:
A Raisin in the Sun
(2021)
TV-MA | Drama
Emmett tells Tiff to make a decision. Imani and Shaad get a clean slate. Jake comes clean to Jemma. Trig gives Douda an ultimatum. Tracy throws a celebratory block party. Nina and Dre put their problems aside to help someone in need.
Director: Gandja Monteiro | Stars: Jacob Latimore, Alex R. Hibbert, Yolonda Ross, Shamon Brown Jr.
Votes: 81
129.
The Chi (2018– )
Episode:
I Am the Blues
(2022)
TV-MA | Drama
Emmett supports Jada. Kiesha and Tiff reach a resolution. Pressure mounts on Douda. Trig makes major decision. Season finale.
Director: Nancy C. Mejia | Stars: Jacob Latimore, Alex R. Hibbert, Yolonda Ross, Shamon Brown Jr.
Votes: 49
130.
IMDb on the Scene - Interviews (2017– )
Episode:
A Thousand and One
(2023)
Not Rated | Talk-Show
Filmmaker A.V. Rockwell, producer Lena Waithe, and star Teyana Taylor sit down with IMDb to discuss 'A Thousand and One.'
Stars: Alex Logan, A.V. Rockwell, Teyana Taylor, Lena Waithe
Votes: 8
131.
The Chi (2018– )
Episode:
Who Shot Ya?
(2023)
TV-MA | Drama
The aftermath of unexpected events ripples through the city. Darnell makes a bold offer. Alicia confronts Tiff.
Director: Rashaad Ernesto Green | Stars: Jacob Latimore, Alex R. Hibbert, Yolonda Ross, Shamon Brown Jr.
Votes: 50
132.
Bones (2005–2017)
Episode:
The Eye in the Sky
(2015)
TV-14 | 43 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
A high-stakes gambler's remains are discovered in an industrial shredder, but Booth's history of addiction comes into play when he and Brennan investigate the world of underground poker. Meanwhile, Hodgins invents a lab-related product.
Director: Arlene Sanford | Stars: Emily Deschanel, David Boreanaz, Michaela Conlin, Tamara Taylor
Votes: 653
133.
Master of None (2015–2021)
Episode:
Plan B
(2015)
TV-MA | 29 min | Comedy, Drama
A condom mishap and a kid's birthday party prompt Dev to consider the reality of having children.
Director: James Ponsoldt | Stars: Aziz Ansari, Eric Wareheim, Noël Wells, Lena Waithe
Votes: 2,382
134.
The Chi (2018– )
Episode:
Penetrate a Fraud
(2018)
TV-MA | 48 min | Drama
Brandon's actions jeopardize his relationship with Jerrika. Ronnie uncovers secrets about his surrogate son's past and gives a crucial piece of information to the police. Meanwhile, Emmett's shoe hustle goes awry.
Director: Roxann Dawson | Stars: Jason Mitchell, Ntare Guma Mbaho Mwine, Jacob Latimore, Yolonda Ross
Votes: 169
135.
Them (2021– )
Episode:
Day 4
(2021)
TV-MA | 40 min | Drama, Horror, Thriller
Henry surprises the girls. Lucky goes to Hazel's. Betty makes an impression. Lucky takes the bus.
Director: Daniel Stamm | Stars: Deborah Ayorinde, Ashley Thomas, Alison Pill, Shahadi Wright Joseph
Votes: 899
136.
Them (2021– )
Episode:
Day 6
(2021)
TV-MA | 44 min | Drama, Horror, Thriller
Lucky visits Helen. Henry gets good news. Ruby and Doris share a secret. Lucky meets Ella Mae.
Director: Nelson Cragg | Stars: Deborah Ayorinde, Ashley Thomas, Alison Pill, Shahadi Wright Joseph
Votes: 858
137. Ready Player One (2018)
PG-13 | 140 min | Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi
When the creator of a virtual reality called the OASIS dies, he makes a posthumous challenge to all OASIS users to find his Easter Egg, which will give the finder his fortune and control of his world.
Director: Steven Spielberg | Stars: Tye Sheridan, Olivia Cooke, Ben Mendelsohn, Lena Waithe
Votes: 487,329 | Gross: $137.69M
138. Onward (I) (2020)
PG | 102 min | Animation, Adventure, Comedy
In a magical world full of technological advances, elven brothers Ian and Barley Lightfoot set out on an adventure to resurrect their late father for a day.
Director: Dan Scanlon | Stars: Tom Holland, Chris Pratt, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Octavia Spencer
Votes: 170,355 | Gross: $61.56M
139. The L Word: Generation Q (2019–2023)
TV-MA | 55 min | Drama
Bette Porter, Shane McCutcheon and Alice Pieszecki intermingle with a younger generation of Los Angelenos experiencing love, heartbreak, sex, setbacks and success.
Stars: Jennifer Beals, Kate Moennig, Leisha Hailey, Arienne Mandi
Votes: 8,413
140. Girlfriends (2000–2008)
TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy
A look at the lives, loves, and losses of four different women, Toni, Maya, Lynn, and Joan.
Stars: Tracee Ellis Ross, Golden Brooks, Persia White, Reginald C. Hayes
Votes: 5,070
141. Project Runway (2004– )
TV-PG | 60 min | Reality-TV
Aspiring fashion designers compete for a chance to break into the industry in this reality competition. Each week, a designer is eliminated from the competition after exhibiting their work in front of a judges' panel.
Stars: Nina Garcia, Tim Gunn, Heidi Klum, Michael Kors
Votes: 11,668
142. Alchemy (2013)
7 min | Short, Action, Drama
Sometimes the search leads us away from the treasure we seek.
Director: Winston A. Abalos | Stars: Adam J. Yeend, Lucas Jaye, Matthew Garcia, Tim C. Bradbury
Votes: 35
143.
Twenties (2020–2021)
Episode:
Redemption Song
(2020)
TV-14 | 22 min | Comedy
Hattie learns a lesson in balancing work and family, and work leads Marie to church to clean up Zac's mess, and persuade a star basketball player, Quintrelle, to sign with the studio.
Director: Justin Tipping | Stars: Jojo T. Gibbs, Christina Elmore, Gabrielle Graham, Sophina Brown
Votes: 30
144.
IMDb on the Scene - Interviews (2017– )
Episode:
Queen & Slim
(2019)
Not Rated | Talk-Show
Emmy-winning writer Lena Waithe and visionary music video director Melina Matsoukas team up with Daniel Kaluuya and newcomer Jodie Turner-Smith for the modern-day Bonnie and Clyde story, 'Queen & Slim.'
Stars: Daniel Kaluuya, Albert Lawrence, Melina Matsoukas, Jodie Turner-Smith
Votes: 30
145.
The Chi (2018– )
Episode:
Frunchroom
(2020)
TV-MA | 45 min | Drama
Kiesha remains trapped in her own personal nightmare while Kevin, Nina and Dre worry about the future. Emmett and Jada bring comforting words and food to the Williams'. Ronnie hopes to be absolved of his past transgressions.
Director: Jet Wilkinson | Stars: Ntare Guma Mbaho Mwine, Jacob Latimore, Alex R. Hibbert, Yolonda Ross
Votes: 114
146.
Bones (2005–2017)
Episode:
The Puzzler in the Pit
(2014)
TV-14 | 43 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
The team investigates the death of a crossword puzzle genius found in a fracking pit. Daisy takes advice from her doula.
Director: Chad Lowe | Stars: Emily Deschanel, David Boreanaz, Michaela Conlin, Tamara Taylor
Votes: 721
147.
Bones (2005–2017)
Episode:
The Teacher in the Books
(2015)
TV-14 | 44 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
When an affluent school teacher is found dead in an abandoned bookstore, the teachers and students at her school become suspects in the case. Meanwhile, Brennan's publisher encourages her ... See full summary »
Director: Anne Renton | Stars: Emily Deschanel, David Boreanaz, Michaela Conlin, Tamara Taylor
Votes: 671
148.
Boomerang (2019–2020)
Episode:
Pilot
(2019)
TV-14 | 24 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance
New Age marketing professionals Bryson Broyer and Simone Graham look for ways to create their own paths to success while trying to renovate the legacy of their parents: The Graham ... See full summary »
Director: Dime Davis | Stars: Tetona Jackson, Tequan Richmond, Leland B. Martin, Lala Milan
Votes: 19
149.
Boomerang (2019–2020)
Episode:
Us Too
(2019)
TV-14 | 20 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance
The #MeToo movement strikes home when allegations surface against Marcus Graham, closing The Graham Agency for good. In the aftermath, the squad comfort Simone and in turn, each other.
Director: Dime Davis | Stars: Tetona Jackson, Tequan Richmond, Leland B. Martin, Lala Milan
Votes: 11
150. The 2010s (2023)
TV-MA | 384 min | Documentary
CNN audiences are invited to look back at the 2010s, a turbulent era marked by political and social upheaval, culminating in the single most dramatic year of the 21st century: 2020.
Stars: Dana Bash, John Heilemann, Chris Wallace, Van Jones
Votes: 127