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Seen it?2017 | 1 seasons | Drama
Saturday Specialearly ratingWhy it’s a Saturday Special
Critics loved it (76 on Metacritic), despite a small audience. A strong pick for the weekend.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for anyone who loves a strong character drama.
- The mood
- Thoughtful and character-driven.
- The pace
- One season: easy to finish in a weekend or two.
- What might put you off
- Rated TV-14. Probably too much for younger kids.
Follow the story of R&B pioneers Michael Bivins, Ricky Bell, Ronnie Devoe, Bobby Brown, Ralph Tresvant and Johnny Gill as they navigate fame from their native Boston to Hollywood and beyond.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsVery strong
76 on Metacritic
- AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
- AwardsSolid
7 wins and 5 nominations from smaller awards and festivals
- Reach & staying powerWeak
Limited series that reached a small audience so far; interest faded quickly after launch
- Buzz & cultural impactBelow par
About 55K people sought it out in the past year
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Cast & crew
- Woody McClainBobby Brown
- Algee SmithRalph Tresvant
- Elijah KelleyRicardo Bell
- Bryshere Y. GrayMichael Bivins
- Keith PowersRonnie DeVoe
- Wood HarrisBrooke Payne
- Luke JamesJohnny Gill
- Jahi Di'Allo WinstonYoung Ralph Tresvant
- Tyler Marcel WilliamsYoung Bobby Brown
- Caleb McLaughlinYoung Ricky Bell