OWN: Here's what's coming to the Oprah Winfrey Network in September
Just keeping it 100? I’m shocked at how many people low-key and high-key indulge in both reality TV and competition shows. So it’s only right to put the action-packed movies and comedy shows on hold for a second and give a look to the OWN Attackers keeping tabs on what’s brewing at living mogul Oprah Winfrey’s growing platform.
Just keeping it 100? I’m shocked at how many people low-key and high-key indulge in both reality TV and competition shows. So it’s only right to put the action-packed movies and comedy shows on hold for a second and give a look to the OWN Attackers keeping tabs on what’s brewing at living mogul Oprah Winfrey’s growing platform.
From ‘Family Empire: Houston’ to ‘Love & Marriage’ shows from different locations, it’s looking like a solid start to your September, OWN heads.
FAMILY EMPIRE: HOUSTON
An all-new docu-series follows five sister cousins (Nicole, Jermeshia, Lakeisha, Jaquita and Monay) who are working to safeguard their family’s generational wealth by operating the largest Black-owned reality estate firm in Houston, Texas.
Season Finale!
“The Final Twist” - Premieres Friday, September 6 at 8pm ET/PT
As Nicole and Jermeshia gear up for their pivotal Luxe Launch, others are scheming with hidden agendas. Meanwhile, Joy reveals long-buried secrets, JaQuita confronts Monay, Lakeshia faces her father, and Nicole clashes over adoption with Larry.
LOVE & MARRIAGE: HUNTSVILLE
"Love & Marriage: Huntsville” follows the lives of a group of longtime friends and frenemies with strong personalities and strong opinions who live in Huntsville, Alabama: Melody Rodgers, her ex-husband Martell Holt, Maurice and Kimmi Scott, Marsau and LaTisha “Tisha” Scott, as well as beauty maven Stormi Steele and her husband Courtney Beasley, Chris and Nell Fletcher, and two new couples with surprising connections to the group. Also in this upcoming season, Destiny Payton will make her anticipated return to the series.
Season Finale!
“Head Beach in Charge" - Premieres September 7 at 8pm ET/PT
The ladies enjoy a day of fun in the sun on the beach and island shopping. Destiny arrives to St. Thomas and is greeted by Tisha as they head to dinner. Destiny presents receipts on the timeline with Sunni and Moses and finally has a showdown with Melody.
LOVE & MARRIAGE: DETROIT
Following a group of African American couples with deep ties to the reemerging city of Detroit, “Love & Marriage: Detroit” features Russell and Kolby Harris, Brandon and Kristina Bowman Smith, and Anthony and Dr. LaToya Thompson. The couples are determined to thrive in their community and are focused on building the best lives possible for their families.
Season Premiere!
“Back to the D” - Premieres Saturday, September 7 at 9pm ET/PT
Back in the motor city, the Smiths' marital problems have grown. Kolby struggles with her pregnancy while Russell can't contain his excitement. Meanwhile, the Thompsons' friends have issues with the Smiths that are sure to have Kristina feeling a way.
“The Book of Revelations” - Premieres Saturday, September 14 at 8pm ET/PT
Kristina and Kimberly go toe to toe about their estranged friendship. Brandon opens up to Russell and Anthony about his separation. The Thompsons disagree on whether to reach out to Kristina. Against her wishes, Kolby and Russell have a gender reveal.
“All About the Opps” - Premieres Saturday, September 21 at 8pm ET/PT
Kristina reaches out to Brandon’s mom about their marriage woes. Anthony attempts to broker peace between LaToya and Kristina. LaToya helps Kolby with her disappointment over having a girl. The Dobines try to find time to date each other.
“No Love, No Grace, All Shade” - Premieres Saturday, September 28 at 8pm ET/PT
LaToya tries to get Kristina and Kimberly to bury the hatchet, but not in each other's backs. Kolby tells Russell she’s overwhelmed. Lakeita worries about Bravo not coming home. Gift shopping goes left for Brandon before Kristina’s surprise birthday party.
The Color Purple: Here's the newest look at Christmas Day's star-studded must-see
It’s one thing to have a few superstars attached to a new movie but when you have Hollywood’s biggest names on one of the most legendary films - ever - slated to arrive on Christmas Day? Must-see goals, of course. The newest The Color Purple movie trailer is all types of exciting, emotional and of course intriguing.
It’s one thing to have a few superstars attached to a new movie but when you have Hollywood’s biggest names on one of the most legendary films - ever - slated to arrive on Christmas Day? Must-see goals, of course. The newest The Color Purple movie trailer is all types of exciting, emotional and of course intriguing.
Get ready for one of the biggest must-see movies of the upcoming holiday season.
Warner Bros. Pictures invites you to experience the extraordinary sisterhood of three women who share one unbreakable bond in “The Color Purple.” This bold new take on the beloved classic is directed by Blitz Bazawule, a multi-medium artist whose breakout first feature is the highly acclaimed “The Burial of Kojo.” The film’s all-star producers are Oprah Winfrey, Steven Spielberg, Scott Sanders and Quincy Jones.
A story of love and resilience, THE COLOR PURPLE is a decades-spanning tale of one woman’s journey to independence. Celie faces many hardships in her life, but ultimately finds extraordinary strength and hope in the unbreakable bonds of sisterhood.
“The Color Purple” stars Oscar nominee Taraji P. Henson (“The Curious Case of Benjamin Button”), SAG Award winner and Tony Award nominee Danielle Brooks (“The Color Purple,” “Orange Is the New Black”), Tony nominee and Emmy Award winner Colman Domingo (“Euphoria,” “Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom”), Tony Award nominee Corey Hawkins (“Six Degrees of Separation,” “In the Heights”), Oscar- and Grammy-winning artist H.E.R. (“Judas and the Black Messiah”), Grammy nominee Halle Bailey (“The Little Mermaid”), Oscar nominee Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor (“King Richard,” “Ray”), and Grammy-winning artist Fantasia Barrino in her major motion picture debut.
The screenplay is by acclaimed playwright Marcus Gardley, who won a WGA Award for “Maid.” His script is based on the novel by Alice Walker and based on the musical stage play, book (of the musical stage play) by Marsha Norman, music and lyrics by Brenda Russell, Allee Willis and Stephen Bray.
Joining director Bazawule behind the camera are a roster of acclaimed artisans, including Oscar-nominated director of photography Dan Laustsen (“The Shape of Water”), Oscar-winning production designer Paul Denham Austerberry (“The Shape of Water”), editor Jon Poll (“Bombshell,” “Meet the Parents”), costume designer Francine Jamison-Tanchuck (“Glory,” “One Night in Miami…”) and choreographer Fatima Robinson (“Dreamgirls”). The music is by Oscar nominee Kris Bowers (“King Richard,” “Green Book,” documentary short “A Concerto Is a Conversation”).
Warner Bros. Pictures Presents, In Association with Domain Entertainment, An Amblin Entertainment Production, An OW Films Production, An SGS Pictures Production/A QJP Production, “The Color Purple.” It will be distributed worldwide by Warner Bros. Pictures and is set to open in theaters in North America on December 25, 2023 and internationally beginning 18 January 2024.
The Color Purple: The new 'A Bold New Take' feature digs deep into the upcoming remake
Ready for a modern twist to the classic The Color Purple? With a star-studded cast and tons of anticipation, it’s only right to geek out over the upcoming big screen must-see with a behind the scenes look at what’s on deck.
Ready for a modern twist to the classic The Color Purple? With a star-studded cast and tons of anticipation, it’s only right to geek out over the upcoming big screen must-see with a behind the scenes look at what’s on deck.
From seeing everyone from H.E.R. and Taraji P. Henson to Oprah Winfrey and filmmaker Blitz Bazawule dish on the new movie, the countdown to December 25 just heated up.
Warner Bros. Pictures invites you to experience the extraordinary sisterhood of three women who share one unbreakable bond in “The Color Purple.” This bold new take on the beloved classic is directed by Blitz Bazawule, a multi-medium artist whose breakout first feature is the highly acclaimed “The Burial of Kojo.” The film’s all-star producers are Oprah Winfrey, Steven Spielberg, Scott Sanders and Quincy Jones.
“The Color Purple” stars Oscar nominee Taraji P. Henson (“The Curious Case of Benjamin Button”), SAG Award winner and Tony Award nominee Danielle Brooks (“The Color Purple,” “Orange Is the New Black”), Tony nominee and Emmy Award winner Colman Domingo (“Euphoria,” “Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom”), Tony Award nominee Corey Hawkins (“Six Degrees of Separation,” “In the Heights”), Oscar- and Grammy-winning artist H.E.R. (“Judas and the Black Messiah”), Grammy nominee Halle Bailey (“The Little Mermaid”), Oscar nominee Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor (“King Richard,” “Ray”), and Grammy-winning artist Fantasia Barrino in her major motion picture debut.
The screenplay is by acclaimed playwright Marcus Gardley, who won a WGA Award for “Maid.” His script is based on the novel by Alice Walker and based on the musical stage play, book (of the musical stage play) by Marsha Norman, music and lyrics by Brenda Russell, Allee Willis and Stephen Bray. Joining director Bazawule behind the camera are a roster of acclaimed artisans, including Oscar-nominated director of photography Dan Laustsen (“The Shape of Water”), Oscar-winning production designer Paul Denham Austerberry (“The Shape of Water”), editor Jon Poll (“Bombshell,” “Meet the Parents”), costume designer Francine Jamison-Tanchuck (“Glory,” “One Night in Miami…”) and choreographer Fatima Robinson (“Dreamgirls”).
The music is by Oscar nominee Kris Bowers (“King Richard,” “Green Book,” documentary short “A Concerto Is a Conversation”). Warner Bros. Pictures presents a Harpo Films Production, an Amblin Entertainment Production, a Scott Sanders Production/a QJP Production, “The Color Purple.” It will be distributed worldwide by Warner Bros. Pictures and is set to open in theaters in North America on December 25, 2023 and internationally beginning 18 January 2024.