discovery+ and ID Highlights – Weeks of May 9 and May 16





discovery+ and ID Highlights – Weeks of May 9 and May 16
Look for the three-episode premiere of “Two Shallow Graves” on Sunday, May 22.
[via press release from Investigation Discovery]
discovery+ TRUE CRIME HIGHLIGHTS

Weeks of May 9 and May 16 2022

**All Air Dates Subject to Change

discovery+ is the global streaming service which brings together all of Discovery’s brands and non-fiction content in one place to offer fans unlimited access to the largest collection of real-life entertainment in the world. Featuring a wide range of exclusive series across popular genres, discovery+ offers passion verticals for genre fans, from Animals to Paranormal, Food and Home. In the True Crime category alone, discovery+ contains an unprecedented 5,500 hours of the best mystery and suspense, boasting the largest library of true crime of any streaming service.

discovery+/ID CONCURRENT TRUE CRIME PREMIERES

EVIL LIVES HERE: SHADOWS OF DEATH

New Episodes Stream on discovery+ and Premiere Sundays at 9/8c on ID

EVIL LIVES HERE: SHADOWS OF DEATH reveals how the impact of a crime changes people, and what follows that life-changing event. Anchored by intimate POV interviews, this original series explores how a crime forever alters the lives of those involved.

· The Lookout Premieres Sunday, May 15 at 9/8c

The murders of two teen girls at a remote and scenic lookout point seem random until police uncover a web of secrets among their network of friends.

ON THE CASE WITH PAULA ZAHN

New Episodes Stream on discovery+ and Premiere Sundays at 10/9c on ID

ON THE CASE WITH PAULA ZAHN takes viewers on a thrilling journey inside the most fascinating crime and mystery investigations. First person accounts, along with insight from experts, are featured as each case reaches its dramatic conclusion.

· Where Is Miya? Premieres Sunday, May 15 at 10/9c

A college co-ed disappears, and her family launches a desperate investigation to find her. What they discover will change their lives forever.

SEE NO EVIL

New Episodes Stream on discovery+ and Premiere Wednesdays at 9/8c on ID

SEE NO EVIL reveals how the deadliest crimes are solved by the only witnesses that never lie — and where murderers have no place to hide: surveillance cameras.

· In My Heart, I Knew Premieres Wednesday, May 11 at 9/8c

When 16-year-old Diamond Bradley disappears from home, her family is mystified. Detectives hope surveillance footage will lead them to the missing girl before it’s too late, but the trail Diamond leaves behind is more terrifying than anyone expected.

· Making A Killing Premieres Wednesday, May 18 at 9/8c

Michelle Mockbee goes to work early to get a jumpstart on payroll. Less than an hour later, she’s murdered outside her office. Following the surveillance footage leads detectives to a closet full of dirty secrets that may have been worth killing over.

TWO SHALLOW GRAVES

Three Episodes Premiere Back-to-Back on ID Beginning May 22 at 9/8c and Available to Stream on discovery+

In 2019, Charles “Chase” Merritt went on trial for the murder of his friend and business associate Joseph McStay, McStay’s wife, and their two young sons. The prosecution presented incriminating evidence including bank records, cell phone activity, and DNA placing him in McStay’s car. Merritt maintained his innocence and his defense team suggested another man had motive for murder. Over the course of seven gripping parts, TWO SHALLOW GRAVES gives an enthralling and never-before-seen look at Merritt’s murder trial and the investigation into the McStay murders through interviews with Merritt, the prosecution, and the defense. The series sheds new light on the controversial court case that captivated the nation and the questions around the heartbreaking crime that still linger unanswered.

· Vanished Premieres Sunday, May 22 at 9/8c

The fate of the missing McStay family remains a mystery for three years until their bodies surface in two shallow graves in the desert. Prosecutors accuse Chase Merritt of the crime, and the trial begins with each side passionately presenting their case.

· The Missed Call Premieres Sunday, May 22 at 10/9c

A bombshell witness upends the Merritt murder trial, claiming someone else confessed to the McStay murders. Merritt’s girlfriend gives him an alibi, but the prosecution attempts to discredit her on the witness stand.

· The Killer’s Truck Premieres Sunday, May 22 at 11/10c

Police investigate other suspects, including a business associate taking money, an ex-boyfriend still in love with Summer McStay and a new husband with a violent past. Footage of a truck leaving the McStay house may reveal the killer.

The programs below previously aired on discovery+ and will premiere on Investigation Discovery as follows:

I WENT UNDERCOVER

New Episodes Premiere Wednesdays at 10/9c on ID

Undercover work is the most exciting, but risky part of law enforcement. However, when everyday citizens with no formal training go undercover, anything can happen. Doing the right thing has never been more dangerous.

· Episode 103 (Title Forthcoming) Premieres Wednesday, May 18 at 10/9c

Jim Morel is having lunch with a close friend when that friend makes a shocking confession. Conflicted, Jim goes to the police – but he finds he must go undercover to clear his own name.

INVESTIGATION DISCOVERY PREMIERES

The programs below will premiere on Investigation Discovery as follows:

MURDER IN THE HEARTLAND

New Episodes Premiere Mondays at 9/8c on ID

MURDER IN THE HEARTLAND tells the complex and dramatic story of a murder in an entirely new way. Instead of a detective-led traditional whodunit story, each episode is told through the collective point-of-view of a Middle American town and its residents. Every story documents a town and people in the heart of the country, and the provocative crime that tore through it. What unravels over the course of the episode is that these townspeople are not only our storytellers, but they also hold the clues to the puzzle that has forever changed their lives and how they understand their home.

· An Affair With Murder Premieres Monday, May 9 at 9/8c

A lone female working for a bottling plant in Camden, Arkansas goes missing. When a local stumbles upon Ruiz Stone’s abandoned van, her family fears the worst. Some speculate Ruiz fled town with a lover, but detectives reveal something far more sinister.

· Murder On Beer Can Alley Premieres Monday, May 16 at 9/8c

A local in Algona, Iowa stumbles upon a smoldering truck with the body of a young mother inside. Investigators and family trace the last movements of Nicole Berte to uncover her killer.

BODY CAM

New Episodes Premiere Tuesdays at 9/8c on ID

Raw, intense, and action-packed, BODY CAM uses body cam footage to show the dangerous, fast-moving situations officers face and the life-or-death decisions they must make in the blink of an eye.

· Wrong Turn Premieres Tuesday, May 10 at 9/8c

In Ohio, police try to rescue a woman trapped in a sinking car, which puts an officer’s life in danger. In Florida, a high-speed pursuit ends in a swamp, where the suspect shoots at police and escapes. Specialist units set out to locate the criminal.

· On The Brink Premieres Tuesday, May 17 at 9/8c

In Ohio, officers respond when a man brandishes a knife in a store. He disobeys police commands, and a taser has no effect, so they call in a SWAT unit. In Georgia, police launch a manhunt after a suspect escapes in his truck, leaving an officer down.

A TIME TO KILL

New Episodes Premiere Thursdays at 10/9c on ID

The key to solving the toughest homicides lies somewhere in the final hours of a victim’s life. In A TIME TO KILL, determined investigators must piece together events during this critical window to reconstruct the timeline, unlock the motive, and ultimately close in on the killer.

· *FINALE* Do-Si-Death Premieres Wednesday, May 11 at 10/9c

Texarkana neighbors discover Patty Wheelington shot dead on her front porch. The charismatic widow has many admirers from her beloved square dancing club. However, police will soon find out who harbored enough hate to end her dancing days forever.



BET, BET+ AND BET DIGITAL’S WHAT TO WATCH & BINGE THIS WEEK: FEBRUARY 17- FEBRUARY 23





BET, BET+ AND BET DIGITAL’S WHAT TO WATCH & BINGE THIS WEEK: FEBRUARY 17- FEBRUARY 23
02/17/22

BET, BET+ AND BET DIGITAL’S WHAT TO WATCH & BINGE THIS WEEK*

BLACK HISTORY MONTH SPOTLIGHT:

WATCH THE SEASON FINALE OF HIT BET DIGITAL SERIES “I WENT VIRAL,” FEBRUARY 18 ON BET’s OFFICIAL YOUTUBE CHANNEL

New York, NY – February 17, 2021 – BET, BET+ and BET Digital’s Black History Month roster of original content continues airing and streaming across platforms all month long. BET Digital Original Series, “I Went Viral” streams Friday, February 18. For additional BET, BET+, BET Digital’s must-see programming for the week of Thursday, February 17– Wednesday, February 23, see below:

BLACK HISTORY MONTH SPOTLIGHT:

ON BET:

“NEW YORK UNDERCOVER” AIRS FRIDAYS, AT 9 PM ET/PT ON BET AND BET HER

Episode #111 “The Eyewitness Blues” airs on Friday, February 18, at 9 PM ET/PT – J.C. goes under cover as a bodyguard to protect a famous pop singer who witnessed her manager’s murder.

Episode #112 “Blondes Have More Fun” airs on Friday, February 18, at 10 PM ET/PT – The detectives don dresses to investigate the murder of a popular transvestite; Sandy is offered a job in London.

“TYLER PERRY’S THE OVAL” AIRS TUESDAYS AT 9 PM ET/PT ON BET AND BET HER

Episode #318 “Next to Impossible” airs on Tuesday, Feb 22, at 9 PM ET/PT – When Kyle ends up missing in action, the race is on to find him as he holds many secrets of the first family. Hunter and Victoria worry about which side Kyle is really on. #TheOvalonBET

BET+ ORIGINAL SERIES “TYLER PERRY’S RUTHLESS” AIRS ON TUESDAYS AT 10 PM ET/PT ON BET AND BET HER

Episode #219 “The Raku Way” airs on Tuesday, February 22, at 10 PM ET/PT – Clark attempts to help The Highest when a struggle ensues. #RuthlessonBET

All seasons of “Tyler Perry’s Ruthless” are available to binge now on BET.plus

BET+ ORIGINAL SERIES “TYLER PERRY’S BRUH” AIRS ON TUESDAYS AT 11 PM ET/PT ON BET AND BET HER

Episode #107 “The Cute Ones” airs on Tuesday, February 22, at 11 PM ET/PT – A colleague plots revenge against Tom. #BRUHonBET

All seasons of “Tyler Perry’s Bruh” are available to binge now on BET.plus

“TYLER PERRY’S SISTAS” AIRS
WEDNESDAYS AT 9 PM ET/PT ON BET AND BET HER

Episode #408 “The Sister Circle” airs on Wednesday, February 23, at 9 PM ET/PT– Karen has major news for the Sistas and Fatima becomes the casualty of war. As Maurice becomes embroiled in Que’s troubles, Zac’s investment may prove to be more trouble than he bargained for. #SistasonBET

BET+ ORIGINAL SERIES “FIRST WIVES CLUB”
AIRS WEDNESDAYS AT A SPECIAL TIME 11 PM ET/PT ON BET AND BET HER

Episode #206 “Caught Out There” airs on Wednesday, February 23, at a special time 11 PM ET/PT– Hazel argues with Nigel about their wedding; David and Gary bond over their wives; Bree finds out that Dr Reynard endorsed someone else. #FirstWivesClubonBET

All seasons of “First Wives Club” are available to binge now on BET.plus

BET+ ORIGINAL SERIES “BIGGER” AIRS WEDNESDAYS AT A SPECIAL TIME 11:30 PM ET/PT ON BET AND BET HER

Episode #208 “Strangers at Shiva” airs on Wednesday, February 23, at a special time 11:30 PM ET/PT– Vince supports Shoshana during her brother’s funeral; Vince relives his decision to be a DJ instead of an engineer. #BiggerSeries

All seasons of “Bigger” are available to binge now on BET.plus

ON BET DIGITAL:

NEW EPISODES OF “ON THE ROPES” STREAMS MONDAYS ON BET’s YOUTUBE CHANNEL

Episode #104 airs on Monday, February 21 on BET’s Official YouTube Channel– Hosted by comedian Yamaneika Saunders, the weekly comedy competition show will feature original stand up from up-and-coming comedians who will battle each other in one-on-one comedy roasts, including Alex Babbitt, Ray Ray, Avery Mason, Eva Evans, Maddy Smith, Phil Hunt, Elsa Eli White, Andre D. Thompson, Chanel Ali, Reg Thomas, Andy Haynes and Dara Jemmott.

For more information on these series log on to BET.com.

SEASON FINALE OF “I WENT VIRAL” STREAM FRIDAY ON BET’S OFFICIAL YOUTUBE CHANNEL

Episode #105 airs Friday, February 18 on BET’s Official YouTube Channel – The fan-favoriteseries returns with a new batch of celebrities, including HD4President, Kaliii, Myles Yachts, Erica Banks, Tay Money, B-Lovee, Loose Ends, and Lecrae & Andy Mineo talking up how they went viral with songs that blew up on social media and made them household names. In this week’s episode, “I Went Viral” features Lecrae & Andy Mineo.

For more information on these series log on to BET.com.

* THIS WEEK’S BET, BET+ and BET Digital’s WHAT TO WATCH & BINGE PRESS RELEASE INCLUDES PREMIERES AIRING AND STREAMING BETWEEN THURSDAY, February 17– Wednesday, February 23.

About BET

BET, a subsidiary of ViacomCBS Inc. (NASDAQ: VIACA, VIAC), is the leading provider of premium entertainment, music, news, digital and public affairs content for Black audiences worldwide. BET linear is in 125 million households and can be seen in the United States, Canada, Brazil, the Caribbean, the United Kingdom, sub-Saharan Africa and France. BET is one of the most well-known Black consumer brands worldwide, with multi-platform business extensions including BET Studios, an unprecedented studio venture that offers equity ownership for Black content creators; BET+, the preeminent streaming service for the Black audience; BET Digital, including BET’s wide reaching social platforms and BET.com, a leading Internet destination for Black entertainment, music, culture, and news; BET HER, a 24-hour entertainment network targeting the African-American Woman; BET Music Networks – BET Jams, BET Soul and BET Gospel; BET Home Entertainment; BET Live, BET’s events and experience business; and BET International, which operates BET around the globe.

ABOUT BET+:

BET+ is the preeminent streaming service for the Black audience, with exclusive originals and thousands of TV episodes and movies from the best Black creators. A joint venture between BET and Tyler Perry Studios, BET+ allows users to stream Black culture including hit movies, TV shows, stand-up comedy, award shows, and specials, all in one place, commercial-free. The new service from BET Networks, a subsidiary of ViacomCBS Inc., is the official home of Tyler Perry’s film, TV and stage works. The ad-free subscription video-on-demand service also provides users with access to original content including hit series First Wives Club from Tracey Oliver, Tyler Perry’s Ruthless and Bruh, Will Packer’s Bigger, hit unscripted anthology series American Gangster Trap Queens, exclusive originals from Carl Weber including The Family Business, Sacrifice and Influence to name a few. Visit BET. Plus to learn more and follow @BETPlus on social to join the conversation and get the latest.



BET, BET+ AND BET DIGITAL’S WHAT TO WATCH & BINGE THIS WEEK: FEBRUARY 10 – FEBRUARY 16





BET, BET+ AND BET DIGITAL’S WHAT TO WATCH & BINGE THIS WEEK*

BLACK HISTORY MONTH SPOTLIGHT:

HIT SERIES “THE REAL HUSBANDS OF HOLLYWOOD”

STARRING KEVIN HART RETURNS THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 10 ON BET+

THE CABLE PREMIERE OF THE ACADEMY AWARD-WINNING FILM “MOONLIGHT” PREMIERES SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 12 ON BET

IN CELEBRATION OF “THE GAME” RETURNING FOR SEASON TWO, BET TO PREVIEW THE FIRST OF EPISODE OF THE PARAMOUNT+ SERIES ON BET

New York, NY – February 10, 2021 – BET, BET+ and BET Digital’s Black History Month roster of original content continues airing and streaming across platforms all month long. BET+ Original Series, “Real Husbands of Hollywood,” returns with new episodes and original cast members Boris Kodjoe, Duane Martin, JB Smoove, Nelly, Nick Cannon, Robin Thicke, and Cynthia. Academy Award-winning film “Moonlight” to premiere this week on BET. For additional BET, BET+, BET Digital’s must-see programming for the week of Thursday, February 10– Wednesday, February 16, see below:

ON BET+:

BET+ LIMITED SERIES “THE REAL HUSBANDS OF HOLLYWOOD: MORE KEVIN, MORE PROBLEMS” PREMIERES THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 10 ON BET+

Kevin, Boris, J.B., Nick, Robin, Nelly and Duane are back together after five years. Their lives have changed since the last time we saw them. Divorces have been finalized, babies have been born, careers have almost been cancelled, but Kevin is still up to his shenanigans. This time, trying to win a celebrity charity competition with an out-of-this-world prize. Due to his busy schedule, Kevin is limited on time, but Duane devises a plan to help him lift some of the load off of his plate in hope of his acting career restarting. However, the plan’s consequences ripple throughout the friend group causing destruction and now the guys and Trina must figure out how to navigate the mess that they’ve made.

ON BET:

“NEW YORK UNDERCOVER” AIRS FRIDAYS, AT 9 PM ET/PT ON BET AND BET HER

Episode #109 “The Friendly Neighborhood Dealer” airs on Friday, February 11, at 9 PM ET/PT – J.C. and Eddie investigate a local youth center when children start overdosing on a powerful type of heroin; G enrolls in a basketball clinic.

Episode #110 “Mate” airs on Friday, February 11, at 10 PM ET/PT – xx The duo poses as a pair of pornographers to locate a missing girl before she falls victim to drugs and murder; guest Keith Sweat.

Saturday, February 12

“Boyz N the Hood” starting at 5:30 PM ET/PT
The Cable Premiere of “Moonlight” starting at 8 PM ET/PT
“Precious” starting at 11 PM ET/PT
“TYLER PERRY’S THE OVAL” AIRS TUESDAYS AT 9 PM ET/PT ON BET AND BET HER

Episode #317 “Get A Grip” airs on Tuesday, Feb 15, at 9 PM ET/PT – Hunter promotes Grip after he provides him with another devious tool. Hunter presents Sharon with a proposition that she isn’t interested in taking, but he’s not giving. #TheOvalonBET

BET+ ORIGINAL SERIES “TYLER PERRY’S RUTHLESS” AIRS ON TUESDAYS AT 10 PM ET/PT ON BET AND BET HER

Episode #218 “Precious Armor” airs on Tuesday, February 15, at 10 PM ET/PT – River leads Dikahn to an unsightly scene on Yancy’s bus.

#RuthlessonBET

All seasons of “Tyler Perry’s Ruthless” are available to binge now on BET.plus

BET+ ORIGINAL SERIES “TYLER PERRY’S BRUH” AIRS ON TUESDAYS AT 11 PM ET/PT ON BET AND BET HER

Episode #106 “Debt” airs on Tuesday, February 15, at 11 PM ET/PT – The truth finally emerges about a dark secret in the friends’ past. BRUHonBET

All seasons of “Tyler Perry’s Bruh” are available to binge now on BET.plus

“TYLER PERRY’S SISTAS” AIRS
WEDNESDAYS AT 9 PM ET/PT ON BET AND BET HER

Episode #407 “Moving On Up” airs on Wednesday, February 16, at 9 PM ET/PT– Andi is forced to look at her current relationships and make some hard choices. Karen gets the girls together to gain their moral support, but the evening turns out to be about everything and everyone except Karen. #SistasonBET

BET+ ORIGINAL SERIES “FIRST WIVES CLUB”
AIRS WEDNESDAYS AT A SPECIAL TIME 11 PM ET/PT ON BET AND BET HER

Episode #206 “Ex-Factor” airs on Wednesday, February 16, at a special time 11 PM ET/PT–

Hazel stresses about Regina’s first concert. Ari questions David’s relationship with Vanessa. Bree’s mother-in-law fills in after she fires Jesus the nanny. Gary struggles in his new writing pursuit. Jayla gets “close” with Jacob, opposing council. #FirstWivesClubonBET

All seasons of “First Wives Club” are available to binge now on BET.plus

BET+ ORIGINAL SERIES “BIGGER” AIRS WEDNESDAYS AT A SPECIAL TIME 11:30 PM ET/PT ON BET AND BET HER

Episode #207 “I vs We” airs on Wednesday, February 16, at a special time 11:30 PM ET/PT– Layne has decided to keep Deon in the “homey” zone even after he moves into her apartment. Tracey debuts her Lean and Lit cuisine to her Basketball Exes castmates and plans a birthday party for Aaron. Veronica seems a bit annoyed with Ken. #BiggerSeries

All seasons of “Bigger” are available to binge now on BET.plus

ON BET DIGITAL:

NEW EPISODES OF “On The Ropes” streams Mondays on BET’s YouTube Channel

Episode #103 airs on Monday, February 7 on BET’s Official YouTube Channel– Hosted by comedian Yamaneika Saunders, the weekly comedy competition show will feature original stand up from up-and-coming comedians who will battle each other in one-on-one comedy roasts, including Alex Babbitt, Ray Ray, Avery Mason, Eva Evans, Maddy Smith, Phil Hunt, Elsa Eli White, Andre D. Thompson, Chanel Ali, Reg Thomas, Andy Haynes and Dara Jemmott.

For more information on these series log on to BET.com.

NEW EPISODES OF “I WENT VIRAL” STREAM FRIDAYS ON BET’S OFFICIAL YOUTUBE CHANNEL

Episode #105 airs Friday, February 11 on BET’s Official YouTube Channel – The fan-favoriteseries returns with a new batch of celebrities, including HD4President, Kaliii, Myles Yachts, Erica Banks, Tay Money, B-Lovee, Loose Ends, and Lecrae & Andy Mineo talking up how they went viral with songs that blew up on social media and made them household names. In this week’s episode, “I Went Viral” features B-Lovee.

For more information on these series log on to BET.com.

* THIS WEEK’S BET, BET+ and BET Digital’s WHAT TO WATCH & BINGE PRESS RELEASE INCLUDES PREMIERES AIRING AND STREAMING BETWEEN THURSDAY, February 10– Wednesday, February 16.

About BET

BET, a subsidiary of ViacomCBS Inc. (NASDAQ: VIACA, VIAC), is the leading provider of premium entertainment, music, news, digital and public affairs content for Black audiences worldwide. BET linear is in 125 million households and can be seen in the United States, Canada, Brazil, the Caribbean, the United Kingdom, sub-Saharan Africa and France. BET is one of the most well-known Black consumer brands worldwide, with multi-platform business extensions including BET Studios, an unprecedented studio venture that offers equity ownership for Black content creators; BET+, the preeminent streaming service for the Black audience; BET Digital, including BET’s wide reaching social platforms and BET.com, a leading Internet destination for Black entertainment, music, culture, and news; BET HER, a 24-hour entertainment network targeting the African-American Woman; BET Music Networks – BET Jams, BET Soul and BET Gospel; BET Home Entertainment; BET Live, BET’s events and experience business; and BET International, which operates BET around the globe.

ABOUT BET+:

BET+ is the preeminent streaming service for the Black audience, with exclusive originals and thousands of TV episodes and movies from the best Black creators. A joint venture between BET and Tyler Perry Studios, BET+ allows users to stream Black culture including hit movies, TV shows, stand-up comedy, award shows, and specials, all in one place, commercial-free. The new service from BET Networks, a subsidiary of ViacomCBS Inc., is the official home of Tyler Perry’s film, TV and stage works. The ad-free subscription video-on-demand service also provides users with access to original content including hit series First Wives Club from Tracey Oliver, Tyler Perry’s Ruthless and Bruh, Will Packer’s Bigger, hit unscripted anthology series American Gangster Trap Queens, exclusive originals from Carl Weber including The Family Business, Sacrifice and Influence to name a few. Visit BET. Plus to learn more and follow @BETPlus on social to join the conversation and get the latest.



BET, BET+ AND BET DIGITAL’S WHAT TO WATCH & BINGE THIS WEEK: FEBRUARY 3 – FEBRUARY 9





BET, BET+ AND BET DIGITAL’S WHAT TO WATCH & BINGE THIS WEEK: FEBRUARY 3 – FEBRUARY 9

BET, BET+ AND BET DIGITAL’S WHAT TO WATCH & BINGE THIS WEEK*

BLACK HISTORY MONTH SPOTLIGHT:

‘WHY NOT,’ EXECUTIVE PRODUCED BY NBA STAR
RUSSELL WESTBROOK WILL PREMIERE ON BET.COM AND BET’S YOUTUBE CHANNEL ON FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 4

WATCH A SNEAK PEEK OF THE FIRST EPISODE OF
BET+ LIMITED SERIES “THE REAL HUSBANDS OF HOLLYWOOD” ON BET BEFORE THE ENTIRE SERIES DROPS EXCLUSIVELY ON BET+

New York, NY – February 3, 2021 – BET, BET+ and BET Digital’s Black History Month roster of original content continues airing and streaming across platforms all month long. Cinematic short film, WHY NOT? Executive produced by from NBA All-Star and Triple Double world record holder, Russell Westbrook and developed with Jordan Brand and the Incubation Lab that showcases the culture of Crenshaw, will premiere on BET.com. WHY NOT? Is the first movie to air in the network’s Black Film Friday digital series. New episodes of “Tyler Perry’s The Oval” and “Sistas” to air this week. For additional BET, BET+, BET Digital’s must-see programming for the week of Thursday, February 3– Wednesday, February 9, see below:

BLACK HISTORY MONTH SPOTLIGHT:

“WHY NOT?” PREMIERES FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 4 ON BET.com

Why Not? Premieres on BET.com Friday, February 4– A top high school basketball player finds another way to impact his community when ball is taken away from him by teaming up with a misunderstood neighborhood teen tech wiz. WHY NOT? aims to expose youth in marginalized communities to the ever-growing technology space through the story of a top High School basketball player that finds another way to impact his community when basketball is taken away from him. Russell Westbrook and The Incubation Lab partnered with Jordan Brand to develop the project and elevate talent and storytellers from the Black community, including director and writer Tevin Tavares and writer Lance Holloway.

ON BET:

Thursday, February 3

“What Men Want” at 3:30 PM ET/PT
“No Good Deed” at 6:30 PM ET/PT
“Hustle & Flow” at 6:30 PM ET/PT

“NEW YORK UNDERCOVER” AIRS FRIDAYS, AT 9 PM ET/PT ON BET AND BET HER

Episode #107 “Tasha” airs on Friday, February 4, at 9 PM ET/PT – An infant’s doctor is suspiciously murdered while J.C. and Eddie are investigating a baby’s emergency room death.

Episode #108 “Missing” airs on Friday, February 4, at 10 PM ET/PT – J.C. and Eddie search for suspects in an underworld of child molesters when the young son of a city council candidate is kidnapped in Central Park.

Saturday, February 5

“Friday” at 5:30 PM ET/PT
“Next Friday” at 8 PM ET/PT
“Friday After Next” at 10:30 PM ET/PT

“TYLER PERRY’S THE OVAL” AIRS TUESDAYS AT 9 PM ET/PT ON BET AND BET HER

Episode #316 “The Hornet’s Nest” airs on Tuesday, Feb 8, at 9 PM ET/PT – Hunter plans to show Kareem how powerful he is after discovering that he can move undetected. Lilly is done playing the victim, turns the tables on Donald, and won’t stop until she gets him back. #TheOvalonBET

For expanded “Tyler Perry’s The Oval” content, watch and share this week’s ‘Breaking News’ segment, featuring Second Lady Simone played by Kaye Singleton. Click and watch here: https://fb.watch/aWLI8FkEMo/

BET+ ORIGINAL SERIES “TYLER PERRY’S RUTHLESS” AIRS ON TUESDAYS AT 10 PM ET/PT ON BET AND BET HER

Episode #217 “Into the Woods” airs on Tuesday, February 8, at 10 PM ET/PT –. Manny catches Zane in a compromising position and uses it to his advantage; Herbert and Liz become entangled with the Rakudushis when Tally finds a safe haven at their ranch. #RuthlessonBET

All seasons of “Tyler Perry’s Ruthless” are available to binge now on BET.plus

BET+ ORIGINAL SERIES “TYLER PERRY’S BRUH” AIRS ON TUESDAYS AT 11 PM ET/PT ON BET AND BET HER
Episode #105 “The Hamster Wheel” airs on Tuesday, February 8, at 11 PM ET/PT – Gina is confronted with a life-altering decision. #BRUHonBET

All seasons of “Tyler Perry’s Bruh” are available to binge now on BET.plus

“TYLER PERRY’S SISTAS” AIRS WEDNESDAYS AT 9 PM ET/PT ON BET AND BET HER

Episode #406 “Hard To Get” airs on Wednesday, February 9, at 9 PM ET/PT– Danni finds herself in a compromising predicament and receives unsolicited help from El Fuego. While Karen must figure out how to deal with an unexpected visitor inquiring about Zac. #SistasonBET

WATCH A SNEAK PEEK OF THE FIRST EPISODE OF BET+ LIMITED SERIES “THE REAL HUSBANDS OF HOLLYWOOD: MORE KEVIN, MORE PROBLEMS” ON BET WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 9 AT 10 PM ET/PT

Kevin, Boris, J.B., Nick, Robin, Nelly and Duane are back together after five years. Their lives have changed since the last time we saw them. Divorces have been finalized, babies have been born, careers have almost been cancelled, but Kevin is still up to his shenanigans. This time, trying to win a celebrity charity competition with an out-of-this-world prize. Due to his busy schedule, Kevin is limited on time, but Duane devises a plan to help him lift some of the load off of his plate in hope of his acting career restarting. However, the plan’s consequences ripple throughout the friend group causing destruction and now the guys and Trina must figure out how to navigate the mess that they’ve made.

BET+ ORIGINAL SERIES “FIRST WIVES CLUB”
AIRS WEDNESDAYS AT A SPEICAL TIME 11 PM ET/PT ON BET AND BET HER

Episode #205 “Not Gon’ Cry” airs on Wednesday, February 9, at a special time 11 PM ET/PT– Because of a flight mix-up, Ari misses David’s event; Regina starts a boot camp designed by Hazel; Bree and Dr Reynard connect about the difficulties of marriage. #FirstWivesClubonBET

All seasons of “First Wives Club” are available to binge now on BET.plus

BET+ ORIGINAL SERIES “BIGGER” AIRS WEDNESDAYS AT A SPECIAL TIME 11:30 PM ET/PT ON BET AND BET HER

Episode #206 “No Hands” airs on Wednesday, February 9, at a special time 11:30 PM ET/PT– It’s 2010, four years after graduation; the gang is at the beginning of their paths. #BiggerSeries

All seasons of “Bigger” are available to binge now on BET.plus

ON BET DIGITAL:

NEW EPISODES OF “On The Ropes” streams Mondays on BET’s YouTube Channel

(Host of BET Digital original “On The Ropes” Yamaneika Saunders)

Episode #102 airs on Monday, February 7 on BET’s Official YouTube Channel– Hosted by comedian Yamaneika Saunders, the weekly comedy competition show will feature original stand up from up-and-coming comedians who will battle each other in one-on-one comedy roasts, including Alex Babbitt, Ray Ray, Avery Mason, Eva Evans, Maddy Smith, Phil Hunt, Elsa Eli White, Andre D. Thompson, Chanel Ali, Reg Thomas, Andy Haynes and Dara Jemmott.

For more information on these series log on to BET.com.

NEW EPISODES OF “I WENT VIRAL” STREAM FRIDAYS ON BET’S OFFICIAL YOUTUBE CHANNEL

Episode #104 airs Friday, January 28 on BET’s Official YouTube Channel – The fan-favorite series returns with an new batch of celebrities, including HD4President, Kaliii, Myles Yachts, Erica Banks, Tay Money, B.Lovee, Loose Ends, and Lecrae & Andy Mineo talking up how they went viral with songs that blew up on social media and made them household names. In this week’s episode, Myles Yachts, talks about her hit song ‘Walkthrough.’

For more information on these series log on to BET.com.

* THIS WEEK’S BET, BET+ and BET Digital’s WHAT TO WATCH & BINGE PRESS RELEASE INCLUDES PREMIERES AIRING AND STREAMING BETWEEN THURSDAY, February 3– Wednesday, February 9.

About BET

BET, a subsidiary of ViacomCBS Inc. (NASDAQ: VIACA, VIAC), is the leading provider of premium entertainment, music, news, digital and public affairs content for Black audiences worldwide. BET linear is in 125 million households and can be seen in the United States, Canada, Brazil, the Caribbean, the United Kingdom, sub-Saharan Africa and France. BET is one of the most well-known Black consumer brands worldwide, with multi-platform business extensions including BET Studios, an unprecedented studio venture that offers equity ownership for Black content creators; BET+, the preeminent streaming service for the Black audience; BET Digital, including BET’s wide reaching social platforms and BET.com, a leading Internet destination for Black entertainment, music, culture, and news; BET HER, a 24-hour entertainment network targeting the African-American Woman; BET Music Networks – BET Jams, BET Soul and BET Gospel; BET Home Entertainment; BET Live, BET’s events and experience business; and BET International, which operates BET around the globe.

ABOUT BET+:

BET+ is the preeminent streaming service for the Black audience, with exclusive originals and thousands of TV episodes and movies from the best Black creators. A joint venture between BET and Tyler Perry Studios, BET+ allows users to stream Black culture including hit movies, TV shows, stand-up comedy, award shows, and specials, all in one place, commercial-free. The new service from BET Networks, a subsidiary of ViacomCBS Inc., is the official home of Tyler Perry’s film, TV and stage works. The ad-free subscription video-on-demand service also provides users with access to original content including hit series First Wives Club from Tracey Oliver, Tyler Perry’s Ruthless and Bruh, Will Packer’s Bigger, hit unscripted anthology series American Gangster Trap Queens, exclusive originals from Carl Weber including The Family Business, Sacrifice and Influence to name a few. Visit BET. Plus to learn more and follow @BETPlus on social to join the conversation and get the latest.



BET, BET+ AND BET DIGITAL’S WHAT TO WATCH & BINGE THIS WEEK: JANUARY 27- FEBRUARY 2





BET, BET+ AND BET DIGITAL’S WHAT TO WATCH & BINGE THIS WEEK: JANUARY 27- FEBRUARY 2
01/27/22

BET, BET+ AND BET DIGITAL’S WHAT TO WATCH & BINGE THIS WEEK*

NEW BET+ ORIGINAL MOVIE “THE MILLENNIAL” IS STREAMING
NOW ON BET+

HOSTED BY YAMANEIKA SAUNDERS, NEW COMEDY COMPETITION SERIES
“ON THE ROPES” PREMIERES MONDAY, JANUARY 31 ON BET’S YOUTUBE CHANNEL

MUSIC ARTIST ERICA BANKS JOINS THIS WEEK’S EPISODE OF BET DIGITAL ORIGINAL SERIES “I WENT VIRAL”

WATCH NEW EPISODES OF ORIGINAL SERIES
“TYLER PERRY’S THE OVAL” AND “TYLER PERRY’S SISTAS” ON BET AND BET HER

New York, NY – January 27, 2021 – New BET+ original movie “The Millennial” starring Terayle Hill, Khalil Kain, Terri J. Vaughn, Terrell Carter, and Erica Mena is streaming now on BET+. For additional BET, BET+, BET Digital’s must-see programming for the week of Thursday, January 27– Wednesday, February 2, see below:

ON BET+:

BET+ ORIGINAL MOVIE “THE MILLENNIAL” PREMIERES THURSDAY, JANUARY 27 ON BET+

“The Millennial” premiers on Thursday, January 27 on BET+– A young graduate, Chad Sterling played by Terayle Hill, abruptly moves to Atlanta for a new start after receiving his Master’s degree and quickly finds out it’s not as easy as he imagined. Directed by Khalil Kain, the cast includes Terayle Hill, Khalil Kain, Terri J. Vaughn, Terrell Carter, and Erica Mena.

ON BET DIGITAL:

“On The Ropes” premieres Monday, January 31 on BET’s YouTube Channel

Episode #101 airs on Monday, January 31 on BET’s Official YouTube Channel– Hosted by comedian Yamaneika Saunders, the weekly comedy competition show will feature original stand up from up-and-coming comedians who will battle each other in one-on-one comedy roasts, including Alex Babbitt, Ray Ray, Avery Mason, Eva Evans, Maddy Smith, Phil Hunt, Elsa Eli White, Andre D. Thompson, Chanel Ali, Reg Thomas, Andy Haynes and Dara Jemmott.

For more information on these series log on to BET.com.

NEW EPISODES OF “I WENT VIRAL” STREAM FRIDAYS ON BET’S OFFICIAL YOUTUBE CHANNEL

Episode #103 airs Friday, January 28 on BET’s Official YouTube Channel – The fan-favorite series returns with an new batch of celebrities, including HD4President, Kaliii, Myles Yachts, Erica Banks, Tay Money, B.Lovee, Loose Ends, and Lecrae & Andy Mineo talking up how they went viral with songs that blew up on social media and made them household names. In this week’s episode, Erica Banks talks about her hit song ‘Buss It.’

For more information on these series log on to BET.com.

ON BET:

“NEW YORK UNDERCOVER” AIRS FRIDAYS, AT 9 PM ET/PT ON BET AND BET HER

Episode #103 “Sins Of The Father” airs on Friday, January 28, at 9 PM ET/PT – Torres and Williams investigate an ice cream vendors murder who’s drug dealings ends up in G’s school.

Episode #104 “To Protect and Serve” airs on Friday, January 28, at 9 PM ET/PT – The detectives look for clues in a collegian’s murder; J.C.’s ex-wife is involved with a musician in Nancy Wilson’s band.

“TYLER PERRY’S THE OVAL” AIRS TUESDAYS AT 9 PM ET/PT ON BET AND BET HER

Episode #315 “Wicked” airs on Tuesday, Feb 1, at 9 PM ET/PT – Kareem learns the hard way not everyone is trustworthy when he seeks help to stop Kyle and keep him away from Sharon. #TheOvalonBET

BET+ ORIGINAL SERIES “TYLER PERRY’S RUTHLESS” AIRS ON TUESDAYS AT 10 PM ET/PT ON BET AND BET HER

Episode #216 “Retribution” airs on Tuesday, February 1, at 10 PM ET/PT – Elder Mother Marva questions River about his dealings with Ruth and why they’re always meeting and talking; Clark tells Dikahn about Oliver and Lacey and receives punishment himself; River tells Ruth what he discovered in the trunk of Lilo’s car. #RuthlessonBET

All seasons of “Tyler Perry’s Ruthless” are available to binge now on BET.plus

BET+ ORIGINAL SERIES “TYLER PERRY’S BRUH” AIRS ON TUESDAYS AT 11 PM ET/PT ON BET AND BET HER
Episode #104 “On My Own” airs on Tuesday, February 1, at 11 PM ET/PT – Bill faces his true feelings about an ex-girlfriend. #BRUHonBET

All seasons of “Tyler Perry’s Bruh” are available to binge now on BET.plus

“TYLER PERRY’S SISTAS” AIRS
WEDNESDAYS AT 9 PM ET/PT ON BET AND BET HER

Episode #405 “Life, Soul, And Heart” airs on Wednesday, February 2, at 9 PM ET/PT– Fatima warns Hayden to stay away from her as she and Zac become closer. Danni discovers who Logan is as Preston continues to play games. Zac may find himself in serious problems as a mysterious woman appears and Karen confesses a huge secret. #SistasonBET

BET+ ORIGINAL SERIES “FIRST WIVES CLUB”
AIRS WEDNESDAYS AT 10 PM ET/PT ON BET AND BET HER

Episode #204 “Freak Just Like Me” airs on Wednesday, February 2, at 10 PM ET/PT– Hazel attempts to make peace with her old writing partner; David prepares for his first live social media event; Ari travels to New York to attend an event with the senator; Jayla realizes managing Maxine is a full-time job. #FirstWivesClubonBET

All seasons of “First Wives Club” are available to binge now on BET.plus

BET+ ORIGINAL SERIES “BIGGER” AIRS WEDNESDAYS AT 10:30 PM ET/PT ON BET AND BET HER

Episode #205 “Time Don’t Give You Time” airs on Wednesday, February 2, at 10:30 PM ET/PT– Love is in the air as the crew gathers for Connie and Julius’ wedding. #BiggerSeries

All seasons of “Bigger” are available to binge now on BET.plus

* THIS WEEK’S BET, BET+ and BET Digital’s WHAT TO WATCH & BINGE PRESS RELEASE INCLUDES PREMIERES AIRING AND STREAMING BETWEEN THURSDAY, JANUARY 27– WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 2022

About BET

BET, a subsidiary of ViacomCBS Inc. (NASDAQ: VIACA, VIAC), is the leading provider of premium entertainment, music, news, digital and public affairs content for Black audiences worldwide. BET linear is in 125 million households and can be seen in the United States, Canada, Brazil, the Caribbean, the United Kingdom, sub-Saharan Africa and France. BET is one of the most well-known Black consumer brands worldwide, with multi-platform business extensions including BET Studios, an unprecedented studio venture that offers equity ownership for Black content creators; BET+, the preeminent streaming service for the Black audience; BET Digital, including BET’s wide reaching social platforms and BET.com, a leading Internet destination for Black entertainment, music, culture, and news; BET HER, a 24-hour entertainment network targeting the African-American Woman; BET Music Networks – BET Jams, BET Soul and BET Gospel; BET Home Entertainment; BET Live, BET’s events and experience business; and BET International, which operates BET around the globe.

ABOUT BET+:

BET+ is the preeminent streaming service for the Black audience, with exclusive originals and thousands of TV episodes and movies from the best Black creators. A joint venture between BET and Tyler Perry Studios, BET+ allows users to stream Black culture including hit movies, TV shows, stand-up comedy, award shows, and specials, all in one place, commercial-free. The new service from BET Networks, a subsidiary of ViacomCBS Inc., is the official home of Tyler Perry’s film, TV and stage works. The ad-free subscription video-on-demand service also provides users with access to original content including hit series First Wives Club from Tracey Oliver, Tyler Perry’s Ruthless and Bruh, Will Packer’s Bigger, hit unscripted anthology series American Gangster Trap Queens, exclusive originals from Carl Weber including The Family Business, Sacrifice and Influence to name a few. Visit BET. Plus to learn more and follow @BETPlus on social to join the conversation and get the latest.



BET, BET+ AND BET DIGITAL’S WHAT TO WATCH & BINGE THIS WEEK: JANUARY 20-JANUARY 26





BET, BET+ AND BET DIGITAL’S WHAT TO WATCH & BINGE THIS WEEK: JANUARY 20-JANUARY 26
01/24/22

BET, BET+ AND BET DIGITAL’S WHAT TO WATCH & BINGE THIS WEEK*

WATCH NEW EPISODES OF ORIGINAL SERIES
“TYLER PERRY’S THE OVAL” AND “TYLER PERRY’S SISTAS” TO PREMIERE ON BET AND BET HER

Music Artist Kaliii Joins This Week’s Episode of BET Digital Original Series “I Went Viral”

New York, NY – January 20, 2021 – BET’s much-anticipated hit series “Tyler Perry’s The Oval” and “Tyler Perry’s Sistas” to air brand new episodes starting on Tuesday, January 25. For additional BET, BET+, BET Digital’s must-see programming for the week of January 20– January 26, see below:

BET DIGITAL:

NEW EPISODES OF “I WENT VIRAL” STREAM FRIDAYS ON BET’S OFFICIAL YOUTUBE CHANNEL

The fan-favoriteseries returns with an new batch of celebrities, including HD4President, Kaliii, Myles Yachts, Erica Banks, Tay Money, B.Lovee, Loose Ends, and Lecrae & Andy Mineo talking up how they went viral with songs that blew up on social media and made them household names. In this week’s episode, Kaliii talks about her hit song ‘MMM MMMM.’

BET:

“NEW YORK UNDERCOVER” AIRS ON FRIDAY, JANUARY 21 AT 9 PM ET/PT ON BET AND BET HER

Episode #101 “School Ties” aired on Friday, January 21, at 9 PM ET/PT – J.C. Williams (Malik Yoba) and Eddie Torres (Michael DeLorenzo) try to prevent two people from becoming part of luxury car theft ring. Williams gets a letter from his e-wife stating that she wants him to pay more in his maintenance payments.

Episode #102 “New York Undercover” airs on Friday, January 21, at 9 PM ET/PT – Manhattan police detective J.C. Williams (Malik Yoba) and Eddie Torres (Michael DeLorenzo) are assigned a case dealing with a 17-year-old girl who accuses a high school football player of rape. Eddie has problems going to see his mother, who is in the hospital, after six years of non-communication with each other.

“TYLER PERRY’S THE OVAL” AIRS TUESDAYS AT 9 PM ET/PT ON BET AND BET HER

Episode #314 “The Command Performance” airs on Tuesday, January 25, at 9 PM ET/PT – Victoria rubs everyone close to her the wrong way as she elects to change the narrative on her own following a tragic accident. #TheOvalonBET

BET+ ORIGINAL SERIES “TYLER PERRY’S RUTHLESS” AIRS ON TUESDAYS AT 10 PM ET/PT ON BET AND BET HER

Episode #215 “Caged Birds” airs on Tuesday, January 25, at 10 PM ET/PT – Joan expresses concern to Ruth when she realizes they don’t know where River is. #RuthlessonBET

All seasons of “Tyler Perry’s Ruthless” are available to binge now on BET.plus

BET+ ORIGINAL SERIES “TYLER PERRY’S BRUH” AIRS ON TUESDAYS AT 11 PM ET/PT ON BET AND BET HER

Episode #103 “Chapter 7” airs on Tuesday, January 25, at 11 PM ET/PT – Tom learns the identity of John’s benefactor, Mike is worried that Pam is trying to get him to commit, and Bill attempts to reconnect with Regina. #BRUHonBET

All seasons of “Tyler Perry’s Bruh” are available to binge now on BET.plus

“TYLER PERRY’S SISTAS” AIRS
WEDNESDAYS AT 9 PM ET/PT ON BET AND BET HER

Episode #404 “The Night Game” airs on Wednesday, January 26, at 9 PM ET/PT– Karen attempts to stop Andi from falling back into her old ways when it comes to relationships. Zac and Fatima come to an agreement that could set the tone for their newfound relationship. #SistasonBET

BET+ ORIGINAL SERIES “FIRST WIVES CLUB”
AIRS WEDNESDAYS AT 10 PM ET/PT ON BET AND BET HER

Episode #203 “What About Your Friends” airs on Wednesday, January 26, at 10 PM ET/PT– Ari meets David’s new assistant, Vanessa. Gary interviews suitable nannies. Hazel invites the girls to join her at a house party, all of them too eager to escape their own troubles. Hazel meets someone who will change her whole trajectory. #FirstWivesClubonBET

All seasons of “First Wives Club” are available to binge now on BET.plus

BET+ ORIGINAL SERIES “BIGGER” AIRS WEDNESDAYS AT 10:30 PM ET/PT ON BET AND BET HER

Episode #204 “Grown Man Sh*t” airs on Wednesday, January 26, at 10:30 PM ET/PT– The women visit a psychic; the guys, including Greg, celebrate Julius with a bachelor party at a strip club. #BiggerSeries

All seasons of “Bigger” are available to binge now on BET.plus

* THIS WEEK’S BET, BET+ and BET Digital’s WHAT TO WATCH & BINGE PRESS RELEASE INCLUDES PREMIERES AIRING AND STREAMING BETWEEN THURSDAY, JANUARY 20– WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 26, 2021

About BET

BET, a subsidiary of ViacomCBS Inc. (NASDAQ: VIACA, VIAC), is the leading provider of premium entertainment, music, news, digital and public affairs content for Black audiences worldwide. BET linear is in 125 million households and can be seen in the United States, Canada, Brazil, the Caribbean, the United Kingdom, sub-Saharan Africa and France. BET is one of the most well-known Black consumer brands worldwide, with multi-platform business extensions including BET Studios, an unprecedented studio venture that offers equity ownership for Black content creators; BET+, the preeminent streaming service for the Black audience; BET Digital, including BET’s wide reaching social platforms and BET.com, a leading Internet destination for Black entertainment, music, culture, and news; BET HER, a 24-hour entertainment network targeting the African-American Woman; BET Music Networks – BET Jams, BET Soul and BET Gospel; BET Home Entertainment; BET Live, BET’s events and experience business; and BET International, which operates BET around the globe.

ABOUT BET+:

BET+ is the preeminent streaming service for the Black audience, with exclusive originals and thousands of TV episodes and movies from the best Black creators. A joint venture between BET and Tyler Perry Studios, BET+ allows users to stream Black culture including hit movies, TV shows, stand-up comedy, award shows, and specials, all in one place, commercial-free. The new service from BET Networks, a subsidiary of ViacomCBS Inc., is the official home of Tyler Perry’s film, TV and stage works. The ad-free subscription video-on-demand service also provides users with access to original content including hit series First Wives Club from Tracey Oliver, Tyler Perry’s Ruthless and Bruh, Will Packer’s Bigger, hit unscripted anthology series American Gangster Trap Queens, exclusive originals from Carl Weber including The Family Business, Sacrifice and Influence to name a few. Visit BET. Plus to learn more and follow @BETPlus on social to join the conversation and get the latest.



WITH CLOSE TO 50 MILLION VIDEO VIEWS TO DATE, HIT BET DIGITAL FRANCHISE “I WENT VIRAL” RETURNS TODAY





WITH CLOSE TO 50 MILLION VIDEO VIEWS TO DATE, HIT BET DIGITAL FRANCHISE “I WENT VIRAL” RETURNS TODAY ACROSS ALL VIDEO AND SOCIAL PLATFORMS
01/14/22

NEW COMEDY COMPETITION SERIES “ON THE ROPES,” HOSTED BY YAMANEIKA SAUNDERS, JOINS BET DIGITAL’S JANUARY PROGRAMMING SLATE

NEW YORK, NY – January 14, 2021 – New Year, New Shows! Today, BET Digital announced its entertaining additions, “I WENT VIRAL” season six, and “ON THE ROPES,” to its January programming slate. “I Went Viral” reigns as the best performing BET digital original franchise in the past three years with over 46 Million views to date.* From music to the comedy the new series will feature fresh talent in must-see digital viewing experiences.

“I Went Viral” Season 6 premieres Today, January 14 on BET’s Official YouTube Channel

The fan-favorite series returns with an new batch of celebrities, including HD4President, Kaliii, Myles Yachts, Erica Banks, Tay Money, B.Lovee, Loose Ends, and Lecrae & Andy Mineo talking up how they went viral with songs that blew up on social media and made them household names. In the premiere episode HD4President talks about his hit song “ Touch Down To Cause Hell.”

Watch the first episode of “I WENT VIRAL” season 6 , starring HD4President on BET’s Official YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/watch?
Watch, publish and share the exclusive “I Went Viral” trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?

“On The Ropes” premieres Monday, January 31 on BET’s Official YouTube Channel

Hosted by comedian Yamaneika Saunders, the comedy competition show will feature original stand up from up-and-coming comedians who will battle each other in one-on-one comedy roasts, including Alex Babbitt, Ray Ray, Avery Mason, Eva Evans, Maddy Smith, Phil Hunt, Elsa Eli White, Andre D. Thompson, Chanel Ali, Reg Thomas, Andy Haynes and Dara Jemmott.

For more information on these series log on to BET.com.



BET, BET+ AND BET DIGITAL’S WHAT TO WATCH & BINGE THIS WEEK: PREMIERES AIRING AND STREAMING WEEK OF THURSDAY, JANUARY 13– WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 19, 2022





BET, BET+ AND BET DIGITAL’S WHAT TO WATCH & BINGE THIS WEEK: PREMIERES AIRING AND STREAMING WEEK OF THURSDAY, JANUARY 13– WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 19, 2022
01/14/22

BET, BET+ AND BET DIGITAL’S WHAT TO WATCH & BINGE THIS WEEK*

“BET HER PRESENTS…BECOMING: MICHELLE OBAMA IN CONVERSATION” PREMIERES ON MONDAY, JANUARY 17
ON BET AND BET HER AT 7 PM ET/PT

THE MUCH-ANTICIPATED SEASON FINALES OF HIT-SERIES
“TYLER PERRY’S HOUSE OF PAYNE” AND
“TYLER PERRY’S ASSISTED LIVING” TO AIR THIS WEEK

ACCLAIMED DRAMA NEW YORK UNDERCOVER JOINS BET’S FRIDAY NIGHT LINE UP STARTING, AND BET DIGITAL’S “I WENT VIRAL” SEASON 6 PREMIERE TODAY, JANUARY 14

New York, NY – January 13, 2021 – BET Her and BET will premiere an exclusive special edition “BET Her Presents…Becoming: Michelle Obama In Conversation” Monday, January 17. Moderated by Yara Shahidi and joined on stage by students from 22 participating colleges from across the country, Mrs. Obama discusses with students the themes from her acclaimed New York Times bestselling memoir, Becoming (published by Crown/Penguin Random House), and what it’s like to navigate young adulthood in the current climate. Additionally, BET’s much-anticipated hit series “Tyler Perry’s Assisted Living” and “Tyler Perry’s House of Payne” to air their season finales on Tuesday, January 18. For additional BET, BET+, BET Digital’s must-see programming for the week of January 13– January 19, see below:

ON BET HER:

“BET Her Presents…Becoming: Michelle Obama In Conversation” premieres Monday, January 17, on BET and BET Her at 7 PM ET/PT

Moderated by Yara Shahidi and joined on stage by students from 22 participating colleges from across the country, Mrs. Obama discusses with students the themes from her acclaimed New York Times bestselling memoir, Becoming (published by Crown/Penguin Random House), and what it’s like to navigate young adulthood in the current climate. Mrs. Obama opens the floor to the students to discuss with them topics such as their mental wellness, diversity and inclusion on college campuses, and asks thought-provoking questions about shaping their future and becoming change agents in their communities. The one-hour special was filmed at Prince George’s Community College in Largo, MD. #BecomingOnBET

ON BET:

“NEW YORK UNDERCOVER” AIRS ON FRIDAY, JANUARY 14 AT 9 PM ET/PT ON BET AND BET HER
Episode #101 “School Ties” airs on Friday, January 14, at 9 PM ET/PT – J.C. Williams (Malik Yoba) and Eddie Torres (Michael DeLorenzo) try to prevent two people from becoming part of luxury car theft ring. Williams gets a letter from his e-wife stating that she wants him to pay more in his maintenance payments.

Episode #102 “New York Undercover” airs on Friday, January 14, at 9 PM ET/PT – Manhattan police detective J.C. Williams (Malik Yoba) and Eddie Torres (Michael DeLorenzo) are assigned a case dealing with a 17-year-old girl who accuses a high school football player of rape. Eddie has problems going to see his mother, who is in the hospital, after six years of non-communication with each other.

THE SEASON FINALE OF “TYLER PERRY’S HOUSE OF PAYNE”
AIRS ON TUESDAY, JANUARY 18 AT 8 PM ET/PT ON BET AND BET HER

Episode #822 “Payneful Suffering” airs on Tuesday, January 11, at 8 PM ET/PT– As the family prepares for Janine’s return, everyone and everything goes awry. Lisa goes above and beyond to show Janine she’s a new and improved Lisa. #HouseOfPayne

THE SEASON FINALE OF “TYLER PERRY’S ASSISTED LIVING”
AIRS TUESDAY, JANUARY 18 AT 8:30 PM ET/PT ON BET AND BET HER

Episode #222 “Forgive and Forget” airs on Tuesday January 18, at 8:30 PM ET/PT– Reginald seeks forgiveness from his estranged son. #AssistedLivingBET

“TYLER PERRY’S THE OVAL” AIRS TUESDAYS AT 9 PM ET/PT ON BET AND BET HER

Episode #313 “Tragic Monologues” airs on Tuesday, January 18, at 9 PM ET/PT – Eli causes chaos to erupt in the White House when he exposes Hunter’s criminal activity to the press, and Victoria decides to use it to her advantage. #TheOvalonBET

BET+ ORIGINAL SERIES “TYLER PERRY’S RUTHLESS” AIRS ON TUESDAYS AT 10 PM ET/PT ON BET AND BET HER

Episode #214 “Prophecy” airs on Tuesday, January 18, at 10 PM ET/PT – The Highest awaits Andrew’s return to the compound with much anticipated news after carrying out an order. #RuthlessonBET

BET+ ORIGINAL SERIES “TYLER PERRY’S BRUH” AIRS ON TUESDAYS AT 11 PM ET/PT ON BET AND BET HER

Episode #102 “Own Two Feet” airs on Tuesday, January 18, at 11 PM ET/PT – John has second thoughts about his arrangement with Leon, Bill gets unexpected news from his ex-girlfriend, and John takes offense at his friends not believing in him. #BRUHonBET

“TYLER PERRY’S SISTAS” AIRS
WEDNESDAYS AT 9 PM ET/PT ON BET AND BET HER

Episode #403 “Pleasantries” airs on Wednesday, January 19, at 9 PM ET/PT– Preston gives Karen pause when he shows up at her salon with a friend. Calvin’s pride causes an uncomfortable situation between him and Sabrina. #SistasonBET

BET+ ORIGINAL SERIES “FIRST WIVES CLUB”
AIRS WEDNESDAYS AT 10 PM ET/PT ON BET AND BET HER

Episode #202 “On Bended Knee” airs on Wednesday, January 19, at 10 PM ET/PT– Bree is not thrilled about Hazel’s engagement news. Under pressure from label, Hazel searches to find new talent. Bree and Gary go back to therapy – Bree is enticed by a new role at the hospital. Jayla tries to get a foothold on the case. #FirstWivesClubonBET

BET+ ORIGINAL SERIES “BIGGER” AIRS WEDNESDAYS AT 10:30 PM ET/PT ON BET AND BET HER

Episode #202 “You Feel Better? I Feel Better” airs on Wednesday, January 19, at 10:30 PM ET/PT– Layne’s stress builds as her business booms, with a chance to style Billie Eilish. Tracey’s show return is filled with deceit and surprises. Veronica fantasizes about her college boyfriend. Deon gets a shock when a man answers his mom’s phone.

BET DIGITAL:

“I WENT VIRAL” SEASON 6 PREMIERES FRIDAY, JANUARY 14 ON BET’S OFFICIAL YOUTUBE CHANNEL

The fan-favorite series returns with an new batch of celebrities, including HD4President, Kaliii, Myles Yachts, Erica Banks, Tay Money, B.Lovee, Loose Ends, and Lecrae & Andy Mineo talking up how they went viral with songs that blew up on social media and made them household names. In the premiere episode HD4President talks about his hit song ‘Touch Down to Cause Hell.’

* THIS WEEK’S BET, BET+ and BET Digital’s WHAT TO WATCH & BINGE PRESS RELEASE INCLUDES PREMIERES AIRING AND STREAMING BETWEEN THURSDAY, JANUARY 13– WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 19, 2021

About BET

BET, a subsidiary of ViacomCBS Inc. (NASDAQ: VIACA, VIAC), is the leading provider of premium entertainment, music, news, digital and public affairs content for Black audiences worldwide. BET linear is in 125 million households and can be seen in the United States, Canada, Brazil, the Caribbean, the United Kingdom, sub-Saharan Africa and France. BET is one of the most well-known Black consumer brands worldwide, with multi-platform business extensions including BET Studios, an unprecedented studio venture that offers equity ownership for Black content creators; BET+, the preeminent streaming service for the Black audience; BET Digital, including BET’s wide reaching social platforms and BET.com, a leading Internet destination for Black entertainment, music, culture, and news; BET HER, a 24-hour entertainment network targeting the African-American Woman; BET Music Networks – BET Jams, BET Soul and BET Gospel; BET Home Entertainment; BET Live, BET’s events and experience business; and BET International, which operates BET around the globe.

ABOUT BET+:

BET+ is the preeminent streaming service for the Black audience, with exclusive originals and thousands of TV episodes and movies from the best Black creators. A joint venture between BET and Tyler Perry Studios, BET+ allows users to stream Black culture including hit movies, TV shows, stand-up comedy, award shows, and specials, all in one place, commercial-free. The new service from BET Networks, a subsidiary of ViacomCBS Inc., is the official home of Tyler Perry’s film, TV and stage works. The ad-free subscription video-on-demand service also provides users with access to original content including hit series First Wives Club from Tracey Oliver, Tyler Perry’s Ruthless and Bruh, Will Packer’s Bigger, hit unscripted anthology series American Gangster Trap Queens, exclusive originals from Carl Weber including The Family Business, Sacrifice and Influence to name a few. Visit BET. Plus to learn more and follow @BETPlus on social to join the conversation and get the latest.