In the Cut (TV series)
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Genre | Sitcom |
Created by | Bentley Kyle Evans |
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Country of origin | United States |
Original language(s) | English |
No. of seasons | 4 |
No. of episodes | 45 (list of episodes) |
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Executive producer(s) |
Bentley Kyle Evans Trenten Gumbs |
Running time | 22 minutes |
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Release | |
Original network | Bounce TV |
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Original release | August 25, 2015 – present |
External links | |
Official website |
In the Cut is an American television comedy series created by Bentley Kyle Evans, that debuted on Bounce TV on August 25, 2015.[1] The series stars Dorien Wilson as Jay Weaver, a barbershop owner who meets a young man named Kenny (Ken Lawson) the unknown biological son from a fling thirty years ago.[2][3] The first season has six episodes. John Marshall Jones, Kellita Smith and Laura Hayes also series regulars, while Vanessa Bell Calloway and Golden Brooks had recurring roles.[1]
In the Cut has become the most-watched original series premiere in Bounce TV history.[4] On April 13, 2016 Bounce TV renewed the show for a second season.[5] On April 14, 2016 Bounce TV renewed the show for a third season which premiered on July 11, 2017. On August 3, 2017 the show was renewed for a fourth season that premiere on July 2, 2018.[6]
Premise
A local barbershop owner Jay Weaver, meets his illegitimate son Kenny he never knew about 30 years after he's born. After Kenny shows up looking for his father the two attempt to start a relationship. After Jay allows Kenny to move in with him and work at the barbershop the two begin a new Journey as father and son. Jay also owns a beauty Salon next door which was previously owned by his ex-wife Nadine, now owned by his new finance Cheryl. Cheryl is a feisty business savvy woman and she runs the shop with her over the top sidekick Percy. The show follows Jay's best friend Smitty and Chef Mable who owns tables in the same strip mall.
Cast and characters
Regular cast
- Dorien Wilson as Jay Weaver, the barbershop owner of Jay's Chop Shop and Kenny's father
- Ken Lawson as Kenny Clark, Jay's illegitimate son
- John Marshall Jones as Clevon "Smitty" Smith, Jay's best friend
- Jackée Harry as Nadine Weaver (season 1 only), Jay's ex-wife and former owner of Nadine's Shop
- Kellita Smith as Cheryl, the new owner of the beauty shop
- Laura Hayes as Mabel, restaurant owner
Recurring cast
- Dorion Renaud as Percy, a hairdresser
- Chastity Dotson as Angelique Peters, Kenny's girlfriend
- Earthquake as Rufus, Smitty and Kenny's landlord
Guest starts
- Golden Brooks as Dawn
Episodes
Season | Episodes | Originally aired | |||
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First aired | Last aired | ||||
1 | 6 | August 25, 2015 | September 29, 2015 | ||
2 | 13 | July 5, 2016 | September 27, 2016 | ||
3 | 13 | July 11, 2017 | September 19, 2017 | ||
4 | 13 | July 2, 2018 | September 24, 2018 |
Season 1 (2015)
No. in series |
No. in season |
Title | Directed by | Written by | Original U.S. air date |
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1 | 1 | "Pilot" | Bentley Kyle Evans | TBA | August 25, 2015 |
Longtime barber Jay Weaver is in for the surprise of his life when Kenny Clark shows up. Kenny is the son Jay never knew he had. At first, they don't get along, but soon Kenny finds a place to fit into Jay's life. | |||||
2 | 2 | "Life Cut Short" | Bentley Kyle Evans | Alex Kavutskiy | September 1, 2015 |
After Jay's best friend, Smitty, suffers a minor fall, Jay decides it's time for his own doctor's check up. However, a misunderstanding leads Kenny and Jay's ex-wife, Nadine, to think that Jay is dying. Because everyone thinks Jay is dying, they treat him extremely nice. But Jay starts getting suspicious and believes they're all out to kill him! | |||||
3 | 3 | "Gold Diggers for Dummies" | Bentley Kyle Evans | TBA | September 8, 2015 |
Jay starts dating a young, beautiful woman. But Kenny thinks it too good to be true. In fact, he thinks Jay is being taken advantage of by a gold digger. Is he right, or will he ruin Jay's relationship? Meanwhile, Smitty gets caught up in a dominoes tournament with an old rival. The only thing is, Smitty doesn't know how to play the game! | |||||
4 | 4 | "Like Father, Like Son" | Bentley Kyle Evans | TBA | September 15, 2015 |
Kenny's past comes back to haunt him: an old flame and a girl who may - or may not - be his daughter. Meanwhile, Smitty starts dating Jay's ex. Not only does Smitty get jealous when he finds out she used to be with Jay, but Nadine starts to get jealous too after seeing her around Jay again. | |||||
5 | 5 | "The Ball's in Your Court" | Bentley Kyle Evans | TBA | September 22, 2015 |
When Kenny's ex-wife comes back into the picture, we learn that Kenny is technically not yet divorced and still has feelings for his wife! It is very clear to everyone around that her intentions are not genuine. Meanwhile, Jay and Smitty have a falling out over a bet gone wrong that could end their lifelong friendship. | |||||
6 | 6 | "The Beat Goes On" | Bentley Kyle Evans | TBA | September 29, 2015 |
Jay receives a "Dear Jay" letter from his ex-wife Nadine stating that she has deserted her beauty salon and eloped with a wealthy gentleman. Jay seeks to replace her with a qualified candidate that he is smitten by. Kenny is dealing with his own morals as he breaks the barber code and starts secretly cutting the hair of one of Smitty's customers behind his back. |
Season 2 (2016)
No. in series |
No. in season |
Title | Directed by | Written by | Original U.S. air date |
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7 | 1 | "All Good in the Hood" | TBA | TBA | July 5, 2016 |
8 | 2 | "One Night Only" | TBA | TBA | July 12, 2016 |
9 | 3 | "Beverly's Back" | TBA | TBA | July 19, 2016 |
10 | 4 | "Very Superstitious" | TBA | TBA | July 26, 2016 |
11 | 5 | "Easy Come, Easy Go" | TBA | TBA | August 2, 2016 |
12 | 6 | "Groundhog Jay" | TBA | TBA | August 9, 2016 |
13 | 7 | "Love Sick" | TBA | TBA | August 16, 2016 |
14 | 8 | "Keep It Real" | TBA | TBA | August 23, 2016 |
15 | 9 | "Best Foot Forward" | TBA | TBA | August 30, 2016 |
16 | 10 | "Blood Pressure Is Thicker Than Water" | TBA | TBA | September 6, 2016 |
17 | 11 | "Jailbreak" | TBA | TBA | September 13, 2016 |
18 | 12 | "Stellaaaaa" | TBA | TBA | September 20, 2016 |
19 | 13 | "Whose Is It" | TBA | TBA | September 27, 2016 |
Season 3 (2017)
No. in series |
No. in season |
Title | Directed by | Written by | Original U.S. air date |
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20 | 1 | "In The Doghouse" | TBA | TBA | July 11, 2017 |
21 | 2 | "Matter Of Principal" | TBA | TBA | July 11, 2017 |
22 | 3 | "Sharing Is Caring" | TBA | TBA | July 18, 2017 |
23 | 4 | "Blast From The Past" | TBA | TBA | July 25, 2017 |
24 | 5 | "The Jay Foundation" | TBA | TBA | August 1, 2017 |
25 | 6 | "Switcheroo" | TBA | TBA | August 8, 2017 |
26 | 7 | "The Hustle" | TBA | TBA | August 15, 2017 |
27 | 8 | "Pretty Things" | TBA | TBA | August 22, 2017 |
28 | 9 | "The Relationship Game" | TBA | TBA | August 29, 2017 |
29 | 10 | "ExtravHAIRganza" | TBA | TBA | September 5, 2017 |
30 | 11 | "Book. Club. Love." | TBA | TBA | September 12, 2017 |
31 | 12 | "Feng Shui" | TBA | TBA | September 19, 2017 |
32 | 13 | "New Beginnings" | TBA | TBA | September 26, 2017 |
Jay is ready to take things to the next level with Cheryl but there is one problem, Kenny can't take the hint that it is time to move out. |
Season 4 (2018)
No. in series |
No. in season |
Title | Directed by | Written by | Original U.S. air date |
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33 | 1 | "Rules of Engagement" | TBA | TBA | July 2, 2018 |
34 | 2 | "Mind Your Business" | Bentley Kyle Evans | Jazmen Darnell Brown, Chazman T. Rodgers | July 9, 2018 |
35 | 3 | "Three's a Crowd" | TBA | TBA | July 16, 2018 |
36 | 4 | "Looking Sharp" | TBA | TBA | July 23, 2018 |
37 | 5 | "The Ring Bearer" | TBA | TBA | July 30, 2018 |
38 | 6 | "Don't Knock The Hustle" | TBA | TBA | August 6, 2018 |
39 | 7 | "Family Secrets" | TBA | TBA | August 13, 2018 |
40 | 8 | "Checkin' In, Dozin' Off" | TBA | TBA | August 20, 2018 |
41 | 9 | "Fed Up" | Bentley Kyle Evans | Patricia Cuffie-Jones | August 27, 2018 |
42 | 10 | "The Life Saver" | TBA | TBA | September 3, 2018 |
43 | 11 | "May the Best Man Win" | TBA | TBA | September 10, 2018 |
44 | 12 | "The Bachelor Party" | TBA | TBA | September 17, 2018 |
45 | 13 | "The Big Day" | TBA | TBA | September 24, 2018 |
References
- 1 2 Seth Kelley. "Bounce TV Orders Original Comedy Series 'In The Cut'". Variety. Retrieved 28 January 2016.
- ↑ Tambay A. Obenson (26 August 2015). "Watch Pilot Episode of Bounce TV's New Original Comedy Se - Shadow and Act". Shadow and Act. Retrieved 28 January 2016.
- ↑ "Bounce TV Series 'In The Cut' Taking Risks While Capturing An Era - EURweb". EURweb. Retrieved 28 January 2016.
- ↑ Tambay A. Obenson (27 August 2015). "Bounce TV's 'In The Cut' Premiere Sets Record for the You - Shadow and Act". Shadow and Act. Retrieved 28 January 2016.
- ↑ Denise Petski. "Bounce Renews 'Saints & Sinners' & Four Comedies, Sets Newsmagazine – Upfront - Deadline". Deadline. Retrieved 13 April 2016.
- ↑ {{cite web|url=http://www.broadcastingcable.com/news/currency/bounce-adds-new-original-comedy-series-grown-folks/167669|}}