Cherish the Day (TV series)
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Genre | Romantic drama Anthology |
Created by | Ava DuVernay |
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Country of origin | United States |
Original language | English |
No. of seasons | 1 |
No. of episodes | 8 (list of episodes) |
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Running time | 40–43 min. |
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Original network | OWN |
Original release | February 11, 2020 present | –
Cherish the Day is an American romantic drama anthology television series created and produced by Ava DuVernay.[1] The series chronicles the relationship of one couple, with each episode spanning a single day marking a significant moment. The full season of 8 episodes crossed 5 years. The series stars Xosha Roquemore, Alano Miller and Cicely Tyson, and the title references the Sade song "Cherish the Day".
The series premiered on February 11, 2020 on Oprah Winfrey Network.[2][3] On October 26, 2020, the series was renewed for a second season.[4] It was announced in July 2021 that Joy Bryant and Henry Simmons would star in the second season.[5]
Co-star Cicely Tyson died on January 28, 2021 at the age of 96;[6] this was her final television role.
Cast[]
Main[]
- Xosha Roquemore as Gently James[7]
- Alano Miller as Evan Fisher[7]
- Cicely Tyson as Miss Luma Lee Langston (season 1)[8]
Recurring[]
- Michael Beach as Ben[9]
- Anne-Marie Johnson as Marilyn Fisher[9]
- Kellee Stewart as Ellene[9]
- Dorien Wilson as Johnny Fisher
Episodes[]
No. | Title | Directed by | Written by | Original air date [10] | U.S viewers (millions) |
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1 | "Genesis" | Tanya Hamilton | Ava DuVernay | February 11, 2020 | 0.75[11] |
2 | "Synthesis" | Tanya Hamilton | Wayne Stamps | February 12, 2020 | 0.26[12] |
3 | "Oasis" | Deborah Kampmeier | Chloé Hung | February 18, 2020 | 0.77[13] |
4 | "Basis" | Deborah Kampmeier | Tanya Hamilton | February 25, 2020 | 0.83[14] |
5 | "Analysis" | Blitz Bazawule | Sylvia L. Jones | March 3, 2020 | 0.77[15] |
6 | "Nemesis" | Blitz Bazawule | Teri Schaffer | March 10, 2020 | 0.68[16] |
7 | "Synopsis" | Aurora Guerrero | Sylvia L. Jones | March 17, 2020 | 0.47[17] |
8 | "Catharsis" | Aurora Guerrero | Raynelle Swilling | March 24, 2020 | 0.44[18] |
References[]
- ^ Petski, Denise (March 20, 2019). "Ava DuVernay Anthology Series 'Cherish The Day' Ordered By OWN". Deadline Hollywood.
- ^ Obenson, Tambay (December 19, 2019). "'Cherish the Day' First Look: OWN Teases Ava DuVernay's 'When They See Us' Follow-Up". IndieWire.
- ^ "Video: OWN Sets Premiere Date and Unveils Official Trailer for New Anthology Drama "Cherish the Day" from Award-Winning Creator Ava DuVernay". The Futon Critic. January 16, 2020.
- ^ Petski, Denise (October 26, 2020). "Ava DuVernay's 'Cherish The Day' Renewed For Season 2 By OWN". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved October 26, 2020.
- ^ Shanfeld, Ethan (July 7, 2021). "Joy Bryant and Henry Simmons to Star in 'Cherish the Day' Season 2 (TV News Roundup)". Variety. Retrieved July 7, 2021.
- ^ Dagan, Carmel (January 28, 2021). "Cicely Tyson, Pioneering Hollywood Icon, Dies at 96". Variety. Retrieved January 28, 2021.
- ^ a b Petski, Denise (July 25, 2019). "'Cherish The Day': Xosha Roquemore & Alano Miller To Star In Ava DuVernay's OWN Anthology Series". Deadline Hollywood.
- ^ Petski, Denise (August 13, 2019). "Cicely Tyson To Star In Ava DuVernay's 'Cherish The Day' Anthology Series On OWN". Deadline Hollywood.
- ^ a b c Ramos, Dino-Ray (December 3, 2019). "Ava DuVernay's OWN Drama 'Cherish The Day' Rounds Out Cast, Adds Directors Blitz Bazawule, Aurora Guerrero And Deborah Kampmeier". Deadline Hollywood.
- ^ "Cherish the Day – Listings". The Futon Critic. Retrieved January 19, 2020.
- ^ Metcalf, Mitch (February 12, 2020). "UPDATED: SHOWBUZZDAILY's Top 150 Tuesday Cable Originals & Network Finals: 2.11.2020". Showbuzz Daily. Archived from the original on February 12, 2020. Retrieved March 28, 2020.
- ^ Salem, Mitch (February 13, 2020). "UPDATED: SHOWBUZZDAILY's Top 150 Wednesday Cable Originals & Network Finals: 2.12.2020". Showbuzz Daily. Archived from the original on February 13, 2020. Retrieved March 28, 2020.
- ^ Metcalf, Mitch (February 20, 2020). "UPDATED: SHOWBUZZDAILY's Top 150 Tuesday Cable Originals & Network Finals: 2.18.2020". Showbuzz Daily. Archived from the original on February 20, 2020. Retrieved March 28, 2020.
- ^ Salem, Mitch (February 26, 2020). "SHOWBUZZDAILY's Top 150 Tuesday Cable Originals & Network Finals: 2.25.2020". Showbuzz Daily. Archived from the original on February 26, 2020. Retrieved March 28, 2020.
- ^ Metcalf, Mitch (March 4, 2020). "UPDATED: SHOWBUZZDAILY's Top 150 Tuesday Cable Originals & Network Finals: 3.3.2020". Showbuzz Daily. Archived from the original on March 7, 2020. Retrieved March 28, 2020.
- ^ Metcalf, Mitch (March 11, 2020). "UPDATED: SHOWBUZZDAILY's Top 150 Tuesday Cable Originals & Network Finals: 3.10.2020". Showbuzz Daily. Archived from the original on March 14, 2020. Retrieved March 28, 2020.
- ^ Salem, Mitch (March 18, 2020). "UPDATED: SHOWBUZZDAILY's Top 150 Tuesday Cable Originals & Network Finals: 3.17.2020". Showbuzz Daily. Archived from the original on March 18, 2020. Retrieved March 28, 2020.
- ^ Salem, Mitch (March 25, 2020). "UPDATED: SHOWBUZZDAILY's Top 150 Tuesday Cable Originals & Network Finals: 3.24.2020". Showbuzz Daily. Archived from the original on March 25, 2020. Retrieved March 28, 2020.
External links[]
- 2020 American television series debuts
- 2020s American anthology television series
- 2020s American drama television series
- 2020s American romance television series
- American romantic drama television series
- English-language television shows
- Oprah Winfrey Network original programming
- Television series by Harpo Productions
- Television series by Warner Horizon Television
- Television shows set in Los Angeles