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Noah's Arc is an American cable television dramedy. The series, which predominantly features gay black and Latino characters, focused on many socially relevant issues, including same sex dating, same-sex marriage, same-sex parenthood, HIV and AIDS awareness, infidelity, promiscuity, homophobia, gay bashing. It ran from October 19, 2005, to October 4, 2006. After its cancellation, a film was produced entitled Noah's Arc: Jumping the Broom, which was released theatrically in 2008.
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Episodes by season
Season01
- S01E01My One Temptation (1)October 19, 2005—Noah introduces his best friends Alex, Ricky and Chance to his new friend Wade, an obviously straight screenwriter. The guys note Noah's att
- S01E02
My One Temptation (2)October 19, 2005—Noah seems to think that Wade may not be totally straight after he accepts an invitation to hang out with Noah at a gay club. Alex learns th - S01E03Don't Mess with My ManOctober 26, 2005—After weeks of neglecting his friends in favor of his new man, Noah tries to bring the two sides together at Sunday brunch. But Wade's ignor
- S01E04Don't Make Me OverNovember 2, 2005—Noah insists upon meeting Wade's straight friends, but feels uncomfortable when he discovers that Wade hasn't come out to them. Frustrated b
- S01E05Nothin' Going on But the RentNovember 9, 2005—Noah's status as a starving artist takes a turn for the worst when he gets way behind on his rent and has to sell his beloved classic car af
- S01E06Writing to Reach YouNovember 16, 2005—When Wade's career takes a downward spiral, Noah suggests they collaborate on a project, to disastrously tense results. At the same time, Al
- S01E07Love Is a BattlefieldNovember 23, 2005—After the success of his first studio writing gig, Noah schemes to find a way to restore Wade's professional manhood. Meanwhile, the gang ra
- S01E08I'm with StupidNovember 30, 2005—Wade temporarily moves in with Noah, causing much more tension than Noah expected. Meanwhile, Chance's special request to his boyhood church
- S01E09
Got Til It's GoneDecember 7, 2005—As the tension between Noah and Wade escalates, a handsome stranger threatens to rip them apart. Meanwhile, Chance and Eddie have their wedd
Season02
- S02E01
HousequakeAugust 9, 2006—After six-months apart, Noah unexpectedly runs into Wade at a bar and learns that he has moved on with his life. Meanwhile, Alex anxiously a - S02E02
It Ain't Over Til It's OverAugust 16, 2006—Noah still has strong feelings for Wade which he cannot deny. These are confirmed when they have yet another unexpected encounter. Noah and - S02E03
DesperadoAugust 23, 2006—Noah has been invited to join Dre and Wade for dinner, which rekindles creative sparks in Noah and Wade, while Dre's friend shows an interes - S02E04
Excuses for Bad BehaviorAugust 30, 2006—Noah meets with British hip-hop star Baby Gat. Meanwhile, Ricky has a hard time trying to express his feelings to Junito. Alex tries to devi - S02E05
Give It UpSeptember 6, 2006—Baby Gat shows an unique interest in Noah. Meanwhile, Vonda, the wife of Eddie's boss, appears at Chance's house and makes a startling annou - S02E06
Under PressureSeptember 13, 2006—Quincy puts Noah's writing career on the spot and impacts their friendship. Eddie and Chance deal with the repercussions of the situation be - S02E07
Baby, Can I Hold You?September 27, 2006—Tempers and emotions flare as the guys rush to Noah's side after receiving the news of Noah's gay bash. Quincy initiates a new crusade, Alex - S02E08
Say It Loud...October 4, 2006—Synopsis coming soon! - S02E09Noah's Arc: Tales from the Arc SideOctober 4, 2006—In this 30-minute retrospect, cast members, crew and creator Patrik-Ian Polk talk exclusively on how the series has impacted the GLBT world.
- S02E1000Noah's Arc: Tales from the Arc Side—
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