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Season 1 – Love Is...

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Set in Los Angeles in the 1990s, "Love Is--" follows a young black couple, two people from opposite worlds, as they go through the trials and tribulations of chasing their dreams and learning how to follow their hearts. Nuri is bubbly and has big dreams, but she is struggling to make a name for herself as a sitcom staff writer while juggling a string of romances. Yasir is an aspiring director/writer who has hit a snag and is on-and-off again with his ex. The program is told from the perspective of Nuri and Yasir's present-selves while they revisit the social issues and the vibrant black culture that helped shape who they are today.
Love Is... — Season 1

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Critics Consensus

Inspired by the love story of creators Salim and Mara Brock Akil, Love Is_____ evokes warm feelings of 90s R&B nostalgia, although the steamy on-screen romance at times comes across as a foreign concept in today's swiping culture.

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Amy Amatangelo Paste Magazine 06/21/2018
7.1/10
Love Is _____ is simultaneously unique to the experience of being a part of Black Hollywood and also a universal and relatable story of falling and staying in love. Go to Full Review Melanie McFarland Salon.com 06/20/2018
At times it feels like a Maxwell slow jam brought to life. Go to Full Review Robert Lloyd Los Angeles Times 06/19/2018
The instant romance at the story's heart, the heartfelt musings on the course of life, the talk of dreams and realizing them - is just what will draw other viewers in. Go to Full Review Sesali Bowen Refinery29 08/15/2018
Love Is_ is a damn good show, even if it is frustrating for millennials having a completely different experience with dating. Go to Full Review Melissa Camacho Common Sense Media 08/15/2018
3/5
Dramatic series based on real life has some sexy stuff. Go to Full Review Joel Keller Decider 06/21/2018
Stream it. The Akils have a great track record, and we already want to see more about Yasir and Nuri after their super-romantic hook-up. And the acting in Love Is... is top-notch. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Stephen C @bob25009 Sep 24 10 successful episodes!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! See more 08/23/2018 Great show with an even better soundtrack...... See more 08/21/2018 This show is amazing, it makes you believe in love again and that it may not be to late to that you find your soul mate. I’m definitely a fan See more 08/15/2018 Feels like a real life Love Jones love story. It's refreshing, truthful and charming. With a phenomenal 90's music soundtrack. See more 06/30/2018 Refreshing love story about a black couple. Really enjoying the series. the couples (the young and their older version) have amazing chemistry. looking forward to viewing the rest of the season. See more Read all reviews
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Cast & Crew

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Michele Weaver

Nuri

William Catlett

Yasir

Tyrone Brown

Sean

Yootha Wong-Loi-Sing

Ruby

Idara Victor

Angela

Kadeem Hardison

Norman

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Jun 19, 2018 Nuri and Yasir While celebrating their 30th anniversary, Nuri and Yasir recall meeting for the first time when Nuri's career was on the rise and Yasir was struggling both professionally and personally. Details Episode 2 Aired Jun 26, 2018 First Date Yasir and Nuri confess their love, and Yasir makes an important decision; later, Nuri is determined to meet Yasir at a concert even if it means jeopardizing her status at work. Details Episode 3 Aired Jul 3, 2018 (Her) Questions Nuri and Yasir's time together is interrupted, and Yasir faces another setback; later, Yasir is shocked to find Ruby in pain following a surgery, which causes him to miss his date with Nuri. Details Episode 4 Aired Jul 10, 2018 (His) Answers Yasir comes clean to Nuri, who is upset and confused; Nuri reconsiders an old flame's potential; Yasir must confront the current reality of his career, finances and feelings for Nuri. Details Episode 5 Aired Jul 17, 2018 Acceptance Nuri leaves for the ski trip with Keith, during which he makes a surprising confession; after she returns to Los Angeles, Nuri and Yasir have a fight about her going on the ski trip that explodes into the ultimate connection. Details Episode 6 Aired Jul 24, 2018 Supportive Experiencing friction with Angela at work, Nuri confides what's going on to Yasir, who helps her keep things in perspective. Details Episode 7 Aired Jul 31, 2018 Not Valentine's Day Yasir meets Nuri's mother for the first time; Yasir and Nuri disagree over the importance of Valentine's Day. Details Episode 8 Aired Aug 7, 2018 Rose (Going Home) Nuri and Yasir visit his son, Deonte, but things quickly turn volatile when Yasir questions how his son is being raised; Angela receives an unexpected professional opportunity. Details Episode 9 Aired Aug 14, 2018 A First Script Nuri has a big professional moment just as issues in her relationship with Yasir come to light; Nuri makes a confession. Details Episode 10 Aired Aug 21, 2018 Love Is Engagement An old flame wants to resurrect a romance with Nuri; Yasir finds a place to stay; Sean reveals something personal to Yasir; Nuri makes a shocking discovery about Yasir's script. Details

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Season Info

Executive Producer
Mara Brock Akil, Salim Akil
Network
OWN
Rating
TV-14
Genre
Drama, Romance
Original Language
English
Release Date
Jun 19, 2018
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