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The Mayor

TV·2017–2017·1 season, 9 episodes·ABC·Comedy·22m·Created by Jeremy Bronson

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A struggling hip-hop artist runs for mayor to promote his mix-tape and wins.

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  1. 01The Mayor S01E07Here Comes the GovernorS01E07 · 8.0As the mayor’s office plans a tour for the governor of California’s official visit to Fort Grey, an old rap video of Courtney resurfaces that puts potential funding for their city in jeopardy, leaving Courtney and his staff to make a decision to stay true to himself or issue an apology. Meanwhile, Dina finds herself in an unwanted competition with her friend Krystal.
  2. 02The Mayor S01E08Monuments ManS01E08 · 7.0After Courtney discovers the historic music venue in Fort Grey is closing down for good due to increased rent costs, he attempts to save the club by sponsoring a music festival; Dina agrees to become choir director.
  3. 03The Mayor S01E02The FilibusterS01E02 · 6.0Courtney makes his first mayoral appearance at his old elementary school and discovers that their music program, which helped changed his life, is in danger of being eliminated. Val educates Courtney about how he needs to “work the system” in order to provide the school with appropriate funding, and they work together to outsmart Councilman Ed Gunt. Meanwhile, Jermaine proudly embraces his new role as communications director, as Dina pushes T.K. to realize the significance of his job as director of Constituent Services.

Cast

Brandon Micheal HallBrandon Micheal HallCourtney RoseLea MicheleLea MicheleValentina BarellaYvette Nicole BrownYvette Nicole BrownDina RoseMarcel SpearsMarcel SpearsT.K. CliftonBernard David JonesBernard David JonesJermaine Leforge

Episodes by season

Season01Episode ratings across the season — the gold bar is its best episode9Episodes2017Aired 7.0Season avg
  1. S01E01The Mayor S01E01PilotOctober 3, 2017—Young rapper Courtney Rose needs his big break. For years, he’s toiled away in a small inner-city apartment, making music in his junk-filled
  2. S01E02The Mayor S01E02The FilibusterOctober 10, 2017 6.0Courtney makes his first mayoral appearance at his old elementary school and discovers that their music program, which helped changed his li
  3. S01E03The Mayor S01E03Buyer's RemorseOctober 17, 2017—As Courtney settles into his new role as mayor, he’s faced with a dismal approval rating as the citizens of Fort Grey express their lack of
  4. S01E04The Mayor S01E04City Hall-oweenOctober 24, 2017—As Halloween approaches, Mayor Courtney Rose and Police Chief Fox find themselves at odds on how to handle the community’s first annual spoo
  5. S01E05The Mayor S01E05The StrikeOctober 31, 2017—When Fort Grey’s public transportation comes to a crippling halt due to the bus driver’s union strike, Courtney also finds himself striking
  6. S01E06The Mayor S01E06Will You Accept This Rose?November 7, 2017—After going on a date with an old flame with ulterior motives, Courtney realizes that hidden agendas also apply to dating now that he’s a pu
  7. S01E07The Mayor S01E07Season's bestHere Comes the GovernorNovember 14, 2017 8.0As the mayor’s office plans a tour for the governor of California’s official visit to Fort Grey, an old rap video of Courtney resurfaces tha
  8. S01E08The Mayor S01E08Monuments ManDecember 5, 2017 7.0After Courtney discovers the historic music venue in Fort Grey is closing down for good due to increased rent costs, he attempts to save the
  9. S01E09The Mayor S01E09Grey ChristmasDecember 12, 2017—After visiting a homeless shelter on Christmas Eve, Courtney realizes things for the needy could be improved and pledges to make it a joyous

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