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5th Ward; is a fresh episodic series that captures the gamut of problems that plague inner city communities in an enlightening entertaining, and fast paced way. Fifth Ward is a historic black neighborhood located in Houston, Texas. Similar to Brooklyn in New York City or Compton in Los Angeles, Fifth Ward is a neighborhood in the midst of a dramatic cultural change. Created by Houston filmmaker Greg Carter, episodes tackle today’s relevant social, economic and political issues through the eyes of three generations of the Kennedys, an extended black family living in the neighborhood since the 1950′s.
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- 01Keepin' It TrillLife in Houston's Fifth Ward as seen through the eyes of some of its residents including single mom, Mina (Mýa) and her sons (Jefferson, Wilson). Councilman Davis (Payne) maneuver through political minefields with the Mayor (Temple) and Rev. Parker (Jolivette). Officer Robert Kennedy (Tommy) embraces his past in Fifth Ward after a promotion. The Tran family moves into Fifth Ward. Neigborhood club owner, Blue (Sturgis), makes a romantic move.
- 02Da NickelMina faces challenges adjusting to her new job facing condemnation from every corner. Robert tries to get closer to his estranged nephews. Mina's son, James, paints a mural. Ray Ray meets Jazmine Tran (Nguyen) and her mother (Hoang) registering at school. Councilman Davis makes a political enemy and has doubts about an office affair with Marcie (Steele), his office manager.
- 03Elbows & VoguesThe death of a latino kid on the wrong side of the tracks creates tension. Robert and his next in command, Sones (Gusemano), try to diffuse the problem. Ray Ray and Jazmine fall for each other much to the dismay of Bam (O'Neal) and her friends. Councilman Davis meets reporter Allyson Lathan (Carrasco). Seth's cousin is murdered, his latino counterpart in Fifth Ward and rival Carlos is suspected.
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Episodes by season
Season01Best season
- S01E01Season's bestKeepin' It TrillMarch 2, 2018Life in Houston's Fifth Ward as seen through the eyes of some of its residents including single mom, Mina (Mýa) and her sons (Jefferson, Wil
- S01E02Da NickelMarch 9, 2018Mina faces challenges adjusting to her new job facing condemnation from every corner. Robert tries to get closer to his estranged nephews. M
- S01E03Elbows & VoguesMarch 16, 2018The death of a latino kid on the wrong side of the tracks creates tension. Robert and his next in command, Sones (Gusemano), try to diffuse
- S01E04Aw' ReadyMarch 23, 2018Davis breaks it off with Marcie. Robert and Sones try to strategize peace between Carlos and Seth's crews before it escalates further. Mina
- S01E05FlossinMarch 30, 2018The Mayor makes plans to bring Davis down. Mina and Blue connect. James has a birthday party. Jazmine and her friends attend. Ray Ray and Ba
- S01E06CandyApril 6, 2018While Ray Ray and Bam perform in the rap battle, Robert and Sones prepare for the truce meeting. Mina prepares for a new future, Davis is co
Season02
- S02E01Season's bestLBJ GeneralJuly 30, 2020Blue and Mina await the birth of their first child together. Davis is forced to make a deal with his rival to avoid going to prison, but peo
- S02E02Lyons Ave.August 6, 2020The untimely death of Anthony Barnes, a black kid in the Fifth Ward, at the hands of police creates tension in the city and Donell X is ther
- S02E03Harris Co. JailAugust 13, 2020Robert and Sones build a team to help solve the gun problem in the Fifth Ward. Ray Ray and Jazmine face their biggest challenge yet. Bam's g
- S02E04Crane StreetAugust 20, 2020Davis and Loretta meet with an attorney about her adopting Kenyatta. Robert and Sones meet with Chief Lewis. Mina finds her faith but can Bl
- S02E05Wheatley WildcatsAugust 27, 2020Mayor Coletti unveils his plans for the new NFL stadium in the Fifth Ward. Mina and Blue find their groove at his new jazz club. Bam tries t
- S02E06Liberty Rd.September 3, 2020Blue is cornered. Kennedy and Sones realize something bigger is happening in 5th Ward. Mina prepares for a new future. Davis and Loretta fig
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