There are countless movies, so deliciously good, that have a way of leaving you wanting more way beyond the closing credits. So, what if some of your favorite films with predominantly black casts were resurrected on the small screen? Hey, it worked for Soul Food on Showtime. Yes, some cult classics should remain untouched while others could be rehashed with the proper execution. Can’t a girl dream?
12. CROOKLYN
A black family on welfare making ends meet in the 70’s with love as their main source of income. Good times.
11. EVE’S BAYOU
Sex, voodoo and murder set in the South around the 1940’s. Oooh wee, talk about a scandal!
10. LOVE JONES
The highs and lows of being in love while navigating life in your 20’s.
9. BARBERSHOP
Marques Houston tried a barbershop style concept with the short-lived series, “Cuts” on the now defunct UPN. We shall overcome. With a good team of writers and an all-around comedic cast similar to the movie, this could actually be funny.
8. FOXY BROWN
Watching a modern day Pam Grier kick ass in primetime? I say, yes.
7. SISTER ACT
Imagine, a “Saved by the Bell” with gospel.
6. DRUMLINE
Young love, parties and HBCU band drama.
5. THE BROTHERS
The sex chronicles of four successful, educated and fine black men? Yes, please.
4. WAITING TO EXHALE
Four fierce and astounding black women taking control of their destiny and burning up any shit that tries to stop them. It worked for Mara Brock Akil and Girlfriends.
3. FRIDAY
The life and times of young, urban weed heads. That 70’s Show meets the hood.
2. SHE’S GOTTA HAVE IT
Three words: Being Mary Jane.
1. LIFE
Millions would tune in for the riveting stories of inmates at a single-gender prison. Sounds familiar, eh?
