TV series

David Makes Man

Name: David Makes Man
Released: 2019
Cast: Akili McDowell, Trinity Cidel, Alana Arenas, Travis Coles, Kwame Patterson

2019–2021· 2 seasons· 43 min episodes★ 6.6Ended

On OWN — From Warner Horizon Television · Warner Bros. Television

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Synopsis

A 14-year-old prodigy's mother relies on him to find a way out of poverty, but he is haunted by the death of his friend; he must choose between the streets that raised him or the higher education that may offer him a way out.

Themes

coming of age

Episodes

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E1 David's SkyNext upAug 14, 2019 · 43 min
Synopsis
A 14-year-old prodigy's mother relies on him to find a way out of poverty, but he is haunted by the death of his friend; he must choose between the streets that raised him or the higher education that may offer him a way out.
Guest stars: Tanisha Cidel (Ms. Cueva), Gillian Williams (Jessica Kelly), Jimel Atkins (Ray Kelly), Juanita Jennings (Mrs. Hertrude), Liza Colón-Zayas (Principal Fallow)
E2 Dai OutAug 21, 2019 · 43 min
Synopsis
David Makes Man centers on a 14-year-old prodigy from the projects who is haunted by the death of his closest friend and relied on by his hardworking mother to find a way out of poverty. He must choose between the streets that raised him or the higher education that may offer him a way out. Set in South Florida, the series is inspired by events in McCraney's own life and explores childhood trauma and the power of imagination to survive.
Guest stars: Trace Lysette (Femi), Darryl W. Handy (Saul), Carnesha Smith (Raquel), Elvis Nolasco (Tio Teo), Logan Rozos (Star Child), Nick Creegan (Desmond)
E3 MJBAug 28, 2019 · 43 min
Synopsis
David Makes Man centers on a 14-year-old prodigy from the projects who is haunted by the death of his closest friend and relied on by his hardworking mother to find a way out of poverty. He must choose between the streets that raised him or the higher education that may offer him a way out. Set in South Florida, the series is inspired by events in McCraney's own life and explores childhood trauma and the power of imagination to survive.
Guest stars: Carrie Elizabeth Brown (Sharon), Elijah T. Temple (Jessie), Lauryn Dennis (Young Gloria), Ruben Santiago-Hudson (Dr. Bree), Gillian Williams (Jessica Kelly), Jimel Atkins (Ray Kelly), Logan Rozos (Star Child)
E4 GloriaSep 4, 2019 · 43 min
Synopsis
Gloria's difficult day turns catastrophic when she is fired by her boss, leaving her home life in jeopardy. Meanwhile, Raynan reminds David that he can't run away from his responsibilities--the drug operations that will be running out of "The Ville."
Guest stars: Lauryn Dennis (Young Gloria), Phillip Mullings Jr. (Ricky), Rus Blackwell (Jay), Kimaya Naomi (Shella), Juanita Jennings (Mrs. Hertrude), Logan Rozos (Star Child)
E5 Love or Poetize These HoesSep 11, 2019 · 43 min
Synopsis
Gloria, home after losing her job, takes a more active role in her sons' personal lives. David attends the school dance with his crush, Tare. Sky advises David about talking to girls and reveals more about his relationship with Raynan.
Guest stars: Ruben Santiago-Hudson (Dr. Bree), Teshi Thomas (Tare), Gillian Williams (Jessica Kelly), Jimel Atkins (Ray Kelly), Juanita Jennings (Mrs. Hertrude), Liza Colón-Zayas (Principal Fallow), Logan Rozos (Star Child), Nick Creegan (Desmond)
E6 When it all FallsSep 18, 2019 · 43 min
Synopsis
Already in dire straits, Gloria’s financial situation gets worse, and David devises a plan.
Guest stars: Ruben Santiago-Hudson (Dr. Bree), Teshi Thomas (Tare), Juanita Jennings (Mrs. Hertrude), Liza Colón-Zayas (Principal Fallow), Logan Rozos (Star Child), Lela Rochon (Alma)
E7 Son of ManSep 25, 2019 · 43 min
Synopsis
Raynan and David discuss their new plan; Seren attends Halloween at The Ville, where unlikely romantic connections are revealed.
Guest stars: Teshi Thomas (Tare), Tanisha Cidel (Ms. Cueva), Gillian Williams (Jessica Kelly), Jimel Atkins (Ray Kelly), Juanita Jennings (Mrs. Hertrude), Logan Rozos (Star Child), Nick Creegan (Desmond)
E8 Bubble HouseOct 2, 2019 · 43 min
Synopsis
Seren goes missing; Raynan and Desmond get arrested; The Ville prepares for a hurricane; more is revealed about Sky’s death; a young life ends in tragedy
Guest stars: Elvis Nolasco (Tio Teo), Ruben Santiago-Hudson (Dr. Bree), Raheem Babalola (Congressman Adrian Reed), Gillian Williams (Jessica Kelly), Jimel Atkins (Ray Kelly), Juanita Jennings (Mrs. Hertrude), Liza Colón-Zayas (Principal Fallow), Logan Rozos (Star Child)
E9 Some I Love Who Are DeadOct 9, 2019 · 43 min
Synopsis
More about Raynan's home life is revealed, Gloria exposes a disturbing secret about her childhood, and Seren takes off.
Guest stars: Tanisha Cidel (Ms. Cueva), Gillian Williams (Jessica Kelly), Jimel Atkins (Ray Kelly), Juanita Jennings (Mrs. Hertrude), Liza Colón-Zayas (Principal Fallow), Nick Creegan (Desmond), Lela Rochon (Alma), Elvis Nolasco (Tío Teo)
E10 3 Sons' SkyOct 16, 2019 · 43 min
Synopsis
It's revealed that after a visit from Shinobi, a fight with Raynan and a tender moment with David, how Sky died. David appeals to Mx. Elijah for help in exiting the drug operation. Later, Tio Teo demands the truth about Desmond and David from Raynan.
Guest stars: Tanisha Cidel (Ms. Cueva), Gillian Williams (Jessica Kelly), Jimel Atkins (Ray Kelly), Juanita Jennings (Mrs. Hertrude), Liza Colón-Zayas (Principal Fallow), Nick Creegan (Desmond), Lela Rochon (Alma), Elvis Nolasco (Tío Teo)