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Girlfriends

  • TV-PG
  • 2000–2008
  • 8 seasons
  • Drama, Comedy
  • 7.3

A friend group of black women face life's tests and triumphs together. From dating to divorce, and friends to family to relationships, Joan, Maya, Lynn and Toni support each other despite their differing backgrounds.

Episodes

The girls return for a new round of relationship trials and triumphs, including another walk down the aisle and tumultuous affairs.

22 episodes
  1. 1Fits & Starts

    20 minSep 19, 2005

    Maya remarries, Toni demands a divorce, Lynn gets engaged and Joan freaks out. After a passionate reunion, Maya asks Darnell, "Now what?" The pillow talk is even more delicate at Joan's place. Having wound up in bed with William, Joan is unable to relax and consummate their On-again, off-again romance. William fears her reticence is "physical proof we don't belong together."

  2. 2Odds & Ends

    20 minSep 25, 2005

    Maya learns love isn't easier the second time around, Their Vegas honeymoon is supposed to be romantic, yet Maya and Darnell gɛt into an argument that causes Maya to leave in a huff. Back in L.A., Lynn Vows to call off her engagement to Jennifer.

  3. 3And Nanny Makes Three

    20 minOct 3, 2005

    Todd takes action when Toni has difficulty handling her motherly duties. Meanwhile, Joan becomes fed up with her friends' freeloading at the J-Spot.

  4. 4Latching on and Lashing Out

    20 minOct 10, 2005

    Darnell moves into the apartment across from Maya as they deal with control issues. Toni begins breastfeeding to help her case with Todd.

  5. 5Judging Edward

    20 minOct 17, 2005

    William heads home for his mother's operation and faces childhood memories along with his emotionally distant father.

  6. 6Everything Old Is New Again

    20 minOct 24, 2005

    Considering a return to her legal career, Joan interviews at a law firm, where one of the partners — a much older man — pursues her.

  7. 7Trial and Errors

    20 minNov 7, 2005

    Todd takes the custody battle to court with a mountain of evidence against Toni. Meanwhile, William starts seeing a much younger woman.

  8. 8Hot Girl on Girl Action

    20 minNov 14, 2005

    The girls interfere when William tries to take things to the next level with his new girlfriend. Meanwhile, Lynn and Jennifer prepare to go all the way.

  9. 9Sleeping Dogs

    20 minNov 21, 2005

    Joan gets set up with Darnell's friend and learns a piece of information about Darnell that rocks the boat between him and Maya. Katt Williams guests.

  10. 10My Business, Not Your Business

    20 minNov 28, 2005

    When Joan decides to shut down the J-Spot, the restaurant starts bringing in money when William flips it into a sports bar.

  11. 11All God's Children

    20 minDec 12, 2005

    With Morgan celebrating his first Christmas and Hanukkah, the pressure is on Todd and Toni to figure out his religious upbringing.

  12. 12The Music in Me

    20 minJan 16, 2006

    With Lynn in a deep funk, the girls try to help her reignite her passion for music.

  13. 13The It Girl

    20 minFeb 6, 2006

    The J-Spot attracts the attention of a journalist who gives Joan a huge career look. Lynn shares her original compositions. Wayne Brady guest stars.

  14. 14Work in Progress

    20 minFeb 13, 2006

    After Maya covers the bill for a pricey dinner, Darnell decides to pursue his dream career. William makes a mess when he pitches in with repairs.

  15. 15Oh Hell Yes: The Seminar

    20 minFeb 20, 2006

    Maya hosts a seminar where the girls participate in a panel and one of the attendees begs Toni to be her mentor. Kelly Rowland guest stars.

  16. 16Game Over

    20 minFeb 27, 2006

    Joan and Toni fight when Toni claims Joan's good fortune has made her a bad friend. Williams learns how to play video games.

  17. 17I'll Be There for You... but Not Right Now

    20 minMar 27, 2006

    Toni struggles to juggle her career, the custody battle, dating and motherhood as Joan keeps blowing off plans with William for star-studded events.

  18. 18The Game

    21 minApr 17, 2006

    Melanie becomes jealous when Derwin hires a sexy image consultant who appears to be more than willing to do anything he asks. Joan worries whether Melanie will be able to balance medical school with life in the NFL.

  19. 19It's Raining Men

    20 minApr 24, 2006

    As Joan dates three men all at once, William reconnects with an ex.

  20. 20I Don't Wanna Be a Player No More

    20 minMay 1, 2006

    Joan cuts loose two of the men she's dating when she develops feelings for an NBA player. A traumatic event lands Toni behind bars.

  21. 21Party Over Here

    20 minMay 8, 2006

    When Maya moves into her new place, Joan ditches the housewarming for an A-list party. Toni and Todd try to come to a settlement.

  22. 22...Ain't Nothing Over There

    19 minMay 8, 2006

    A series of unfortunate events prevents Joan from being there for Toni (again) as the custody hearing takes a surprising turn.

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Series cast

Tracee Ellis RossJoan Clayton172 episodes
Golden BrooksMaya Wilkes172 episodes
Persia WhiteLynn Searcy172 episodes
Reggie HayesWilliam Dent172 episodes
Jill Marie JonesToni Childs-Garrett137 episodes
Khalil KainDarnell Wilkes75 episodes
Keesha SharpMonica Brooks42 episodes
Jason PaceTodd Garrett34 episodes
Tanner Scott RichardsJabari Wilkes30 episodes
Phil ReevesCharles Swedelson20 episodes
Cee Cee MichaelaYvonne Blackwell14 episodes
Dondré WhitfieldSean Ellis11 episodes
Chuma GaultGreg Sparks11 episodes
Kendre BerryJabari Wilkes11 episodes
Richard T. JonesAaron Waters10 episodes
Adrian LesterEllis Carter10 episodes
Malik YobaBrock Harris8 episodes
Jenifer LewisVeretta Childs8 episodes

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