Black Lady Sketch Show

2022
5.0
11 reviews
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The Complete First Season episodes (9)

1 Angela Bassett Is the Baddest B***h
8/2/19
Series premiere. Two women seek an escape from an ominous fog. 1960s soul group Claude and The Boppers perform their hit song "Ice Cream Shop." A world-renowned author and "philosophizer" promotes her latest masterclass. Maya's confession in a support group gets a less-than-supportive response. Trinity, the Invisible Spy, meets a formidable adversary. Drea confronts a mysterious woman stealing her dance moves at a club. Fun and games lead to tension, as Robin, Ashley, Quinta and Gabrielle are stuck in a house after an end-of-the-world event.
2 Your Boss Knows You Don't Have Eyebrows
8/9/19
A perpetually-late-to-work Shayla decides to forgo her morning makeup routine, to her coworker Toni's dismay. Trinity the Invisible Spy hunts down The Recluse, an elusive villain with a surprising identity. An array of average, awkward contestants perform before a panel of judges at the Basic Ball. Security guard Fatimah helps an office worker investigate who stole her missing mug. Robin, Quinta and Gabrielle uncover a shocking truth about Ashley's nighttime ritual.
3 3rd & Bonaparte Is Always in the Shade
8/16/19
Asia is shocked by a very public, very unexpected marriage proposal from her new boyfriend DeWayne. New recruits talk about their goals and expectations at a gang orientation. A church service devolves when congregants take to the mic with self-centered motivations. Dr. Haddassah Olayinka Ali-Youngman turns a toast at her sister’s wedding into a teachable moment. Gabrielle, Ashley, Quinta and Robin bond while discussing their ideal men and some of their worst dates.
4 Where Are My Background Singers?
8/23/19
A divorce party spirals out of control following Eboni's bad mushroom trip. The tragic tale of star-crossed lovers, Rome & Julissa. A 1930's groupie, Feather Atwood, sets her sights on Negro League baseball player Satchel Paige. A frustrated airline passenger seeks a like-minded customer service representative. Denise tries to prevent yet another breakup and its typical, unusual side effect. "Taskmaster," "Insecurity" and "Turnt" help Crystal navigate a possible cat-calling situation. Quinta, Gabrielle, Robin and Ashley lay down odd rules while playing cards to pass the time.
5 Why Are Her Pies Wet, Lord?
8/30/19
Four friends on a camping trip unknowingly disprove a stereotype. A pastor tries to take back control of his church potluck. A flight attendant struggles to get compliance from newlyweds Chris and Lachel in the exit row. Elementary school students notice a change in their teacher Ms. Miller. Jackie receives a less-than-warm welcome when she returns to her hometown high school. Robin, Quinta, Ashley and Gabrielle discuss their weird turn-ons and stage an intervention.
6 Born at Night, But Not Last Night
9/6/19
Season One Finale. Two friends come to regret their decision to visit a new black-owned restaurant. A mother and daughter go toe-to-toe in the latest episode of "Get the Belt." "Taskmaster," "Turnt" and "Insecurity" help Krystal through a surprise hot-air balloon ride. Carl and Lori's "special guest" has very specific boundaries. A judge, bailiff, court reporter and attorneys celebrate their first ever all-black lady courtroom. Tensions rise between Ashley, Gabrielle, Quinta and Robin as the reality of their situation sinks in.
101 Season 1 Trailer
9/23/19
A quick preview of the sketch-comedy series created by and starring Robin Thede.
102 Season 1 The Craft: Costume, Hair & Make-Up
10/7/19
Season-only
Go behind the scenes of "A Black Lady Sketch Show" for this look at what goes into costumes, hair and make-up for the characters.
103 Season 1 The Craft: Production Design
10/7/19
Season-only
An inside look at the production design created for "A Black Lady Sketch Show."

About this show

Comedian/actor/writer Robin Thede created and stars in this sketch comedy series featuring a core cast of four black women plus celebrity guests.

Ratings and reviews

5.0
11 reviews
Kenneth Smith
November 29, 2019
I have been following Robin thede for a long time, and she's always delivered. Finally glad to see her given an opportunity to shine, and she does along with her three other co-stars. This show is hilarious and I hope they at least get six seasons in the movie.
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Bettina Gully (MariaCouture)
June 15, 2021
I love the show so much it is so awesome and refreshing to see all different colors of black women represented in comedy. I see so many women that look like me and that are actually funny it's awesomeness to the extreme!
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Euphemia Lang
May 22, 2021
I love this show. I wish I could buy the season instead of going through HBO.
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