Brace yourself because ‘The Woman King’ is being unleashed on the big screen this Fall.

Led by the formidable Viola Davis in the titular role, the film tells the story of the Agojie – the all-female collective of warriors who protected the African Kingdom of Dahomey in the 1800s with an unmatchable

Based on a true story, ‘The Woman King’ chronicles the narrative of General Nanisca (Davis) as she rears the next generation of recruits and readies them for war against an adversary hellbent on upheaving their lives. 

Gina Prince-Bythewood serves as director of the must-see flick, which also stars John Boyega, Thuso Mbedu, Sheila Atim, Lashana Lynch, and Hero Fiennes Tiffin.

Davis’ JuVee Productions (which she helms alongside her husband Julius Tennon) are producing alongside Welle Entertainment and Peter McAleese.

Check out the first-look trailer below…

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Issa Rae turns the volume all the way up with her new show, ‘Rap Sh!t.’

Serving as the ‘Insecure’ creator’s newest offering, this series tells the story of two estranged high school friends from Miami, Shawna (Aida Osman) and Mia (KaMillion).

Reuniting to form a Rap group, they are tasked with navigating layered lives, complex dynamics, Black womanhood, and a music world that is both magnetic and manic.

As reported, Hip-Hop duo the City Girls are in the mix as co-executive producers.

Prior to its premiere on HBO Max on July 21, check out the newly hatched extended trailer…

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Cynthia Erivo is sharing her truth.

The Emmy, GRAMMY, and Tony Award winner takes center stage in British Vogue‘s new Pride issue and reveals that she is bisexual.

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‘The Best Man’ is back for a super-sized swansong.

NBC‘s streamer Peacock will be the home for the limited series ‘The Best Man: Final Chapters.’

As reported, the -episode show will reunite original cast members Morris Chestnut, Melissa De Sousa, Taye Diggs, Regina Hall, Terrence Howard, Sanaa Lathan, Nia Long, and Harold Perrineau.

Malcolm D. Lee, who helmed the first two films, is back on board to write and executive produce alongside Dayna Lynne North (who exec produced HBO’s ‘Insecure’).

With a confirmed premiere date of December 22, check out first-look pictures from this television event…

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That Grape Juice was on-hand at the BET Awards 2022 and so too was Jussie Smollett. Surprisingly.

Having kept a relatively low profile amidst ample legal drama, the actor has returned to the spotlight with his new film project, ‘B-Boy Blues.’

Streaming now on BET+, the movie is billed as a compelling re-telling of James Earl Hardy’s novel about a same-sex romance.

Speaking with TGJ’s Archie Jay, Smollett expanded on the importance of the flick, shaking off anxiety, and more.

Check out the interview above and be sure to let us know…

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Fans are now expressing their concern for Wendy Williams after the talk show discussed and showed the side effects of her battle with lymphedema.

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After a deliciously scandalous end to its critically acclaimed inaugural season, Tyler Perry‘s juicy drama ‘All the Queen’s Men’ is back to deliver an even more action-packed follow-up via its highly anticipated season 2.

Returning to BET+ on July 14, the Eva Marcille-led series sees her reprise the role of “Marilyn ‘Madam’ Deville” – a “fierce businesswoman who is at the top of her game in the nightclub industry and surrounded by a band of trusted employees who are down to make sure that she is successful.”

Haunted by the trauma of her past while trying to navigate the dangerous society of a male-dominated field, Marcille’s character – supported by fellow stars Christian Keyes, Skyh Alvester Black, Candace Maxwell, Michael “Bolo’ Bolwaire, Keith Swift Jr., Racquel Palmer, Dion Rome, and Jeremy “Masterpiece” Williams – could see her life and business in its worst danger yet in the new season.

How will she fare?  Find out with a sneak peek at the official trailer inside.

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Cop a gander of the first look at ‘Hocus Pocus 2.’

Serving as the sequel to 1993’s ‘Hocus Pocus,’ the new film reunites the original witches Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Kathy Najimy – all of whom will reprise their original roles as The Sanderson Sisters.

29 years have passed since someone lit the Black Flame Candle and resurrected the 17th-century siblings and they are seeking revenge. Now it is up to three high-schoolers to stop the crafty crew from wreaking a new kind of havoc on Salem before dawn on All Hallow’s Eve.

Ahead of its September 30 premiere on Disney+, check out the first look trailer…

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It looks like Wendy Williams will be saying “how you doin'” on a brand new platform.

For, her manager has confirmed that a podcast is indeed in the works.

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The Real Housewives Of Atlanta is back and blazing for its 14th season. And despite over a decade on-air, the Bravo smash is continuing to bring the heat.

Already drenched in drama, the latest installment of the ensemble title is proving a must-see.

Want to know what Kandi, Kenya, Marlo, Drew, Sheree, and newcomer Sanya Richards-Ross will be serving up on episode 9 / season 14?

Watch a sneak peek below to find out below…

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‘Black Ink Crew’ star Ceaser Emanuel has been axed from the show with immediate effect after a video showing him allegedly beating and abusing dogs surfaced online.

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Jennifer Hudson‘s multidimensional career is set for its next chapter with the launch of the star’s daytime series, ‘The Jennifer Hudson Show.’

Set to premiere on Fox stations on September 12, J.Hud’s foray into the talk sphere comes following her historic ordination as an EGOT winner. 

Speaking on what her show – which is being helmed by the team behind ‘Ellen’ – will be serving up, Hudson said:

“Nothing makes me happier than to see everybody shine and know that they have a light within them. On ‘The Jennifer Hudson Show,’ you’re going to get quality, you’re going to get honesty, you’re going to get all of my heart, and don’t forget the fun. We’re going to have a lot of fun.” 

Ahead of its debut, check out the first look trailer:

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