TV series
Queens
Overview
Estranged and out-of-touch, four women in their 40s reunite for a chance to recapture their fame and regain the swagger they had as the Nasty Bitches—their ‘90s group that made them legends in the hip-hop world.
Details
- First air date
- 2021-10-19
- Status
- Canceled
- Seasons
- 1 season
- Episodes
- 13 episodes
- Genres
- Soap, Drama
- Network
- ABC
- Production
- ABC Signature
- Country
- US
- Original language
- EN
Cast
- Brandy Norwood as Naomi aka Xplicit Lyrics.
- Eve as Brianna aka Professor Sex
- Naturi Naughton as Jill aka Da Thrill
- Nadine Velazquez as Valeria aka Butter Pecan
- Pepi Sonuga as Lil Muffin
- Taylor Selé as Eric Jones
- Ethan Levy as Tech Douche
- Felisha Terrell as Tina
- Tre Stokes as James
- Justice Freedom Jones as Venus
- Carlo Sauce as Arthur
- Gianni Sauce as Langston
Creators and crew
- Zahir McGhee - Creator
- Tim Story - Executive Producer
- Sabrina Wind - Executive Producer
- Tim Story - Director
- Daniel Willis - Director
- Stacey Muhammad - Director
Episodes
Episode 1: 1999
Estranged and out-of-touch, four women in their 40s reunite for a chance to recapture their fame and regain the swagger they had as the Nasty Bitches—their ‘90s group that made them legends in the hip-hop world.
Episode 2: Heart of Queens
While Brianna deals with the shattering truths of her marriage, Jill risks losing the safe community she has built for herself when she decides it is time to stop living a lie and comes clean about who she really is. Meanwhile, after a fateful meeting with Cam’ron, Naomi struggles with finally putting herself first
Episode 3: Who You Calling A Bitch?
After a bad concert review, the women come to terms with the fact that their old image and music no longer serve them; and while Naomi struggles to maintain creative control, Brianna argues for a more collaborative group effort. Meanwhile, Eric takes Valeria out to dinner and dancing in hopes of inspiring her creativity. Later, Naomi gets a second chance to prove herself to JoJo
Episode 4: Ain't No Sunshine
Brianna faces some unexpected emotions and circumstances in her home life, but she finds support amongst her Queens. Meanwhile, Jill continues to struggle with her romantic relationships, and Naomi grapples with the truth behind the identity of JoJo’s father.
Episode 5: Do Anything For Clout
As Brianna deals with a painful reminder of Jeff’s infidelity, the group hopes a performance at the American Music Awards will solidify their comeback. Meanwhile, after completing treatment at a rehab facility for her addiction issues, Lauren struggles to identify with her alter ego, Lil Muffin.
Episode 6: Behind The Throne
As the ladies prepare to shoot their first music video in nearly two decades, Brianna has a hard time maintaining a work-life balance. Meanwhile, Lil Muffin works to reestablish her career, and Jill continues to manage her public image.
Episode 7: Who Shot Ya
Jill comes clean with the ladies after being invited to collaborate on a track with Wyclef Jean. In addition, Valeria suffers a heart-wrenching betrayal and Eric makes a promise to Jadakiss that he may not be able to keep
Episode 8: God’s Plan
When tragedy strikes the group, the ladies take a moment to reflect on the beginning stages of their friendship in the early ‘90s when a young Brianna, Naomi and Jill first met. Inseparable and determined to make their musical dreams a reality, the girls recognize their common goal of solidifying the decades-long bond that carries through to present-day
Episode 9: Bars
Valeria makes an impulsive decision about her future that stuns the women; and while Lauren deals with an overzealous fan turned up-and-coming rapper, Naomi comes face-to-face with her old rival, Zadie aka Lady Z.
Episode 10: Nasty Girl Records
Putting old rivalries aside, the ladies embark on a new career venture with Zadie, aka “Lady Z.” Meanwhile, Jill faces her past while standing up to her disapproving father and Naomi encourages Zadie to demand justice
Episode 11: I'm A Slave 4 U
While Eric and Naomi are conflicted on what is best for JoJo’s future as it relates to the entertainment industry, Jill attempts to help a young troubled actor struggling against an overbearing parent. Elsewhere, Valeria fights for an opportunity to lean into her Puerto Rican heritage
Episode 12: Let the Past Be the Past
Valeria’s career as a single artist takes off, and Muffin motivates Jill to get back into the recording booth. Meanwhile, Eric confronts his ex-wife to help save the future of Nasty Girl Records.
Episode 13: 2022
As the Queens prepare to be inducted into the Hip Hop Hall of Fame, they cannot help but notice the void Brianna’s absence from the group has left. Meanwhile, Naomi is waylaid when an old beau questions JoJo’s paternity. Elsewhere, Valeria gets ready to embark on her solo tour and she wonders if she really is ready to go at it alone.
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