From heartfelt comedies and legal dramas to supernatural thrillers and coming-of-age romances, Black women are telling stories that reflect the full spectrum of our lives — on our terms.
These 18 current TV shows, created by Black women, aren’t just reshaping what we see on screen — they’re pushing the industry forward with bold storytelling, unforgettable characters, and deeply rooted authenticity. Whether you’re looking for something new to binge or want to give flowers to the creatives behind your favorite series, this list is a reminder: Black women are not just part of the conversation — they are leading it.
The Upshaws
Heading into its final seasons, The Upshaws follows a working-class Black family in Indianapolis as they navigate life’s ups and downs with love, humor, and resilience.
Created By: Regina Y. Hicks and Wanda Sykes
Oh My God…Yes
Follows three women—Sunny, Tulip, and Ladi—who navigate the complexities of life in South Central L.A. with a sci-fi twist.
Created By: Adele “Supreme” Williams
Duster (Premieres May 15)
Set to premiere on May 15, the eight-episode series takes us back to 1972, following Nina (Rachel Hilson), the first Black female FBI agent, as she heads to the Southwest with a mission: recruit a getaway driver (Josh Holloway) to take down a growing crime syndicate led by the formidable Ezra (Keith David).
Created By: LaToya Morgan & J. J. Abrams
Abbott Elementary
It follows a group of dedicated and quirky teachers at an underfunded Philadelphia public school as they navigate the challenges of education with humor, heart, and resilience. Led by the optimistic Janine Teagues, they strive to make a difference despite limited resources and bureaucratic obstacles.
Created By: Quinta Brunson
P-Valley
P-Valley follows the dancers and staff of The Pynk, a struggling Mississippi strip club, as they navigate ambition, survival, and identity under the leadership of the sharp-witted Uncle Clifford.
Created By: Katori Hall
Found
Gabi, a PR specialist and crisis manager, leads a team of experts—each personally affected by abduction—to find missing people overlooked by the system. A former kidnapping victim herself, Gabi secretly imprisons her abductor, Hugh “Sir” Evans, using his criminal knowledge to solve cases.
Created By: Nkechi Okoro Carroll
Ironheart (Premiering Jun 24)
Genius teenage inventor Riri Williams creates the most advanced suit of armor since Iron Man.
Created by: Chinaka Hodge
Clean Slate
The series follows Desiree (Cox), who’s returning to her small town in Alabama to reunite with her father Harry (Wallace) after 23 years away. Harry is excited to reunite with his son, and he has no idea that son is now Desiree—a proud trans woman.
Created By: Laverne Cox, George Wallace, and Dan Ewen
Grey’s Anatomy
Grey’s Anatomy Season 21 continues to explore the high-stakes world of Grey Sloan Memorial Hospital, where doctors navigate intense medical cases alongside personal and professional challenges.
Created By: Shonda Rhimes
Government Cheese (Premiering: April 16)
The series follows Hampton Chambers, whose release from prison disrupts the unconventional family dynamic his wife Astoria and their sons built in his absence. As chaos unfolds, the story explores ambition, resilience, and their pursuit of the American Dream.
Created By: Aeysha Carr and Paul Hunter
The Chi
Heading into its seventh season, The Chi remains a gripping portrait of life on Chicago’s South Side, where love, ambition, and survival collide. As relationships shift and new challenges arise, a tight-knit community navigates the complexities of growing up, chasing dreams, and facing the ever-present realities of their environment.
Created By: Lena Waithe
Forever (Premiering: May 8)
Set in Los Angeles, 2018, Forever follows the love story of two Black teens, Keisha Clark (Lovie Simone) and Justin Edwards (Michael Cooper Jr.), as they navigate romance, identity, and the complexities of being each other’s firsts.
Created By: Mara Brock Akil
Black Ops
In East London, Dom and Kay are two police community support officers who join the Greater London Police and find themselves working undercover.
Created By: Gbemisola Ikumelo and Akemnji Ndifornyen
Queenie
Based on Candice Carty-Williams’ novel, Queenie follows a 25-year-old Jamaican British woman navigating life, love, and identity in London. After a tough breakup, she struggles with self-worth, family expectations, and societal pressures while seeking her place in the world.
Created By: Candice Carty-Williams
Reasonable Doubt
This legal drama follows Jax Stewart, a brilliant and fearless defense attorney known for her unconventional approach to the law. Balancing high-profile cases, personal struggles, and a complicated love life, Jax fights for justice while navigating the complexities of power, race, and morality.
Created By: Raamla Mohamed
The Ms. Pat Show
It follows Pat Carson and her family as they navigate life in a conservative town after moving from Atlanta. A modern-day Roseanne, Pat’s blunt humor and resilience help her tackle family, cultural shifts, and suburban life as a Black woman in a predominantly white neighborhood.
Created By: Patricia “Ms. Pat” Williams and Jordan E. Cooper
Beyond the Gates
The series unfolds in an affluent Black community in Maryland, centered on the prestigious Dupree family. Behind their pristine image lie secrets and scandals, closely watched by those outside their gated world. As residents navigate love, ambition, and power, tensions rise between those who’ve “made it” and those still striving.
Created By: Michele Val Jean
Survival of the Thickest
It follows Mavis Beaumont, a plus-size stylist rebuilding her life and career after an unexpected breakup. With the support of her friends and a fresh outlook, she navigates love, work, and self-discovery in New York City, proving that confidence and resilience are the ultimate glow-up.
Created By: Michelle Buteau
Wicked City
A group of urban witches push their powers to new heights and uncover dark secrets that attract dangerous enemies their way.
Created By: Kristin Iris Johnson and Serena M. Lee