Girlfriends
Series· 2000–2008· 30mTV-PG

Girlfriends

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A friend group of black women face life's tests and triumphs together. From dating to divorce, and friends to family to relationships, Joan, Maya, Lynn and Toni support each other despite their differing backgrounds.

Creator:
Mara Brock Akil

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S8 · E13Stand and Deliver

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Seasons

Season 82007
13 episodes

New hurdles, same friends. In the final season, Joan, Maya, Lynn and William face tough decisions in their careers, love and parenthood.

  • E1Range of Emotions
    · 21m

    Joan causes a dispute between herself and Aaron after purchasing an expensive kitchen range for their new house and not discussing it over with him. After they defuse their feud, Aaron receives unexpected news. Meanwhile, Lynn begins to flaunt her success with her progressing music career. Golden Brooks, Reggie Hayes, Keesha Sharp and Khalil Kane also star.

  • E2Baghdad, My Bad
    · 21m

    Joan runs away to Mexico with Aaron in attempts to keep him from leaving to Iraq. While in Mexico, Aaron realizes that he cannot run from the war and the two of them decide that they should get married before he departures. Meanwhile, Maya automatically assumes that Jabari has been using marijuana when she finds it in her home. Also, Lynn reaches another milestone in her music career, but she doesn't feel comfortable celebrating because of Joan and Aaron's problem.

  • E3Where Did Lynn-digo?
    · 21m

    Lynn must decide whether to perform at a rally to raise awareness to save the environment; requested by a student she met at UCLA, named Xander (guest star Quddus Phillipe) or perform at the House of Blues, where her manager booked for her to perform. Meanwhile, After hearing Jabari use the \"b\" word, Maya gets upset with him and Joan enlists William assistance when she hears strange noises coming from her crawlspace. Keesha Sharp and Khalil Kane also star.

  • E4Losing It
    · 21m

    While experiencing writers block, Maya avoids her manager as her deadline approaches to complete her second book. Later, Maya learns that there may be some complications with her pregnancy and the doctor advises her to take it easy, but Maya doesn't comply. Meanwhile, Joan has a hard time getting Lynn to rent her apartment. Also, William and Monica realize differences in their relationship. Khalil Kain also stars.

  • E5Good Grief
    · 21m

    After having her miscarriage, Joan and Lynn worry that Maya is in denial and not dealing with her grief when Maya suspects Darnell of blaming her for it. Also, William and Monica prepare for their first dinner party. Meanwhile, Joan tries to persuade Lynn to finally open up a bank account.

  • E6Spree to Be Free
    · 21m

    After still being convinced that Maya is not dealing with her loss, Joan decides to take Maya on a shopping spree to help her recover but surprisingly, Joan realizes that she is the one who needs therapy because of Aaron departure to Iraq. Meanwhile, Monica tells William that she is pregnant but his reaction is unlike she expected.

  • E7Snap Back
    · 21m

    When Darnell confronts Maya about not dealing with her recent loss he learns shocking news that Maya has been taking pills to help her deal with it. Meanwhile, At an Erykah Badu concert with Joan, Lynn's manager informs her about a record label wanting to sign her. William also fears that his sex life will change after Monica has the baby after receiving information from Darnell about how a womens body is after she gives birth.

  • E8Save the Last Dance
    · 21m

    Joan, William and Maya try to dispel Lynn's comment about them being old by going out to local clubs with her and trying to keep up with the younger crowd. Meanwhile, Lynn runs into Xander (guest star Quddus Philippe), who is still mad at her for canceling her performance at a rally raising awareness to save the environment.

  • E9R.E.S.P.E.C.T. Find Out What It Means to William
    · 21m

    William considers leaving the firm as he feels disrespected at work. Maya starts to write a neighborhood newsletter as Joan feels Lynn doesn't like her housewarming gift.

  • E10Deck the Halls With Bags and Folly
    · 21m

    Joan holds a fund-raiser to earn money for a holiday party for the support group of relatives for the soldiers in Iraq. Meanwhile, Monica learns of William's holiday traditions.

  • E11Adapt to Adopt
    · 21m

    Maya and Darnell consider adopting a child while a neighborhood meeting presents them with the chance

  • E12What's Black-A-Lackin'?
    · 21m

    William and Monica battle over learning the sex of the baby. Lynn deals with the fact she might not be marketable to Blacks.

  • E13Stand and DeliverFinale
    · 21m

    Maya helps Joan try to reach Aaron's kids, as she tries to read them a letter Aaron wrote to his students. William tries to teach Jabari how to drive

Season 72006
22 episodes

Joan tries to make amends with the girls and Lynn pursues her music career. Is the special bond between these women dissolving?

  • E1After the Storm
    · 21m

    After volunteering in New Orleans, Joan returns to LA determined to repair her relationship with Maya, Lynn, and most importantly, Toni.

  • E2In Too Deep
    · 21m

    Joan returns to work at the J-Spot only to find that William has put Monica in charge of managing the bar.

  • E3Bad Blood
    · 21m

    Joan starts to realize Maya’s house has become the hangout spot and she is no longer the center of the friendship.

  • E4Hustle & Dough
    · 21m

    Lynn sets out to perform at a local club during open mic night. Joan and William discover a large amount of money is missing from the J-Spot.

  • E5Everyone Hates Monica
    · 21m

    Joan learns Maya and Lynn kept a recent outing they had with Toni secret, then later insists on bringing Monica into the circle of friends.

  • E6If You Can't Stand the Heat.. Get Out of the Boonies
    · 21m

    When Maya discovers Jabari has been skipping school and plagiarizing work, Lynn suggests Jabari may be acting out because of his new environment.

  • E7Just Joan
    · 21m

    Maya challenges Joan to get comfortable with her singleness. Meanwhile, William must figure out how to keep his past marriage from Monica.

  • E8Karaoke-Dokee
    · 21m

    Joan and Maya find Lynn singing for money on the streets of LA. Monica becomes jealous of Joan and William's playful relationship.

  • E9He Had a Dream
    · 21m

    Maya begins to struggle with her responsibilities while Darnell works for NASCAR. Meanwhile, Lynn clashes with a collaborator. Big Boi guest stars.

  • E10I'll Have a Blue Line Christmas
    · 21m

    Joan is amazed at how well her new romance is progressing. Maya and Darnell try to compete with their neighbors' holiday decorating.

  • E11Wrong Side of the Tracks
    · 21m

    Lynn is crushed by discouraging news and considers leaving Los Angeles. Darnell constantly feels humiliated by the new owner at his old job.

  • E12I Want My Baby Back
    · 21m

    Maya fears Jabari is growing up too fast. Joan is uncomfortable about using the bathroom at Aaron's house. Monica and William ask Lynn for sex advice.

  • E13Hot for Preacher
    · 21m

    Lynn meets an attractive guy at a club and becomes conflicted about dating him when she finds out he's a Baptist minister. Kadeem Hardison guest stars.

  • E14Time to Man Up
    · 21m

    Maya and Darnell meet a man they suspect is abusing his wife. Joan finds out Aaron does not believe in celebrating Valentine’s Day.

  • E15Willie or Won't He III: This Time It's Personal
    · 21m

    William and Monica's wedding bliss comes to a screeching halt when, while drunk, he expresses doubts about marrying her.

  • E16What Had Happened Was …
    · 21m

    Aaron and Joan share an uncomfortable moment when they run into one of Aaron's exes. Meanwhile, Darnell helps William cope with his current situation.

  • E17Church Lady
    · 21m

    Lynn continues to work at the church with Eldon, despite the status of their affair. William decides to give the girls the silent treatment.

  • E18Operation Does She Yield
    · 21m

    Maya, Joan and Lynn fly to Chicago to try to persuade Monica to get back together with William.

  • E19A Dingo Ate My Dream House
    · 21m

    Darnell suggests to Maya they should move back to the city, but Maya is opposed to the idea. Monica adjusts to life without her family's wealth.

  • E20A House Divided
    · 21m

    Eldon finds himself forced to choose between Lynn and the church. Joan and Aaron have their first big fight. Maya and Darnell sell their house.

  • E21To Be Determined…
    · 21m

    Joan makes an unexpected move that causes Aaron to fumble his response. Maya and Darnell find their dream home.

  • E22It's Been DeterminedFinale
    · 21m

    Joan runs into a figure from the past and makes a hasty decision that prompts Maya and Lynn to intervene.

Season 62005
22 episodes

The girls return for a new round of relationship trials and triumphs, including another walk down the aisle and tumultuous affairs.

  • E1Fits & Starts
    · 20m

    Maya remarries, Toni demands a divorce, Lynn gets engaged and Joan freaks out. After a passionate reunion, Maya asks Darnell, "Now what?" The pillow talk is even more delicate at Joan's place. Having wound up in bed with William, Joan is unable to relax and consummate their On-again, off-again romance. William fears her reticence is "physical proof we don't belong together."

  • E2Odds & Ends
    · 20m

    Maya learns love isn't easier the second time around, Their Vegas honeymoon is supposed to be romantic, yet Maya and Darnell gɛt into an argument that causes Maya to leave in a huff. Back in L.A., Lynn Vows to call off her engagement to Jennifer.

  • E3And Nanny Makes Three
    · 20m

    Todd takes action when Toni has difficulty handling her motherly duties. Meanwhile, Joan becomes fed up with her friends' freeloading at the J-Spot.

  • E4Latching on and Lashing Out
    · 20m

    Darnell moves into the apartment across from Maya as they deal with control issues. Toni begins breastfeeding to help her case with Todd.

  • E5Judging Edward
    · 20m

    William heads home for his mother's operation and faces childhood memories along with his emotionally distant father.

  • E6Everything Old Is New Again
    · 20m

    Considering a return to her legal career, Joan interviews at a law firm, where one of the partners — a much older man — pursues her.

  • E7Trial and Errors
    · 20m

    Todd takes the custody battle to court with a mountain of evidence against Toni. Meanwhile, William starts seeing a much younger woman.

  • E8Hot Girl on Girl Action
    · 20m

    The girls interfere when William tries to take things to the next level with his new girlfriend. Meanwhile, Lynn and Jennifer prepare to go all the way.

  • E9Sleeping Dogs
    · 20m

    Joan gets set up with Darnell's friend and learns a piece of information about Darnell that rocks the boat between him and Maya. Katt Williams guests.

  • E10My Business, Not Your Business
    · 20m

    When Joan decides to shut down the J-Spot, the restaurant starts bringing in money when William flips it into a sports bar.

  • E11All God's Children
    · 20m

    With Morgan celebrating his first Christmas and Hanukkah, the pressure is on Todd and Toni to figure out his religious upbringing.

  • E12The Music in Me
    · 20m

    With Lynn in a deep funk, the girls try to help her reignite her passion for music.

  • E13The It Girl
    · 20m

    The J-Spot attracts the attention of a journalist who gives Joan a huge career look. Lynn shares her original compositions. Wayne Brady guest stars.

  • E14Work in Progress
    · 20m

    After Maya covers the bill for a pricey dinner, Darnell decides to pursue his dream career. William makes a mess when he pitches in with repairs.

  • E15Oh Hell Yes: The Seminar
    · 20m

    Maya hosts a seminar where the girls participate in a panel and one of the attendees begs Toni to be her mentor. Kelly Rowland guest stars.

  • E16Game Over
    · 20m

    Joan and Toni fight when Toni claims Joan's good fortune has made her a bad friend. Williams learns how to play video games.

  • E17I'll Be There for You... but Not Right Now
    · 20m

    Toni struggles to juggle her career, the custody battle, dating and motherhood as Joan keeps blowing off plans with William for star-studded events.

  • E18The Game
    · 21m

    Melanie becomes jealous when Derwin hires a sexy image consultant who appears to be more than willing to do anything he asks. Joan worries whether Melanie will be able to balance medical school with life in the NFL.

  • E19It's Raining Men
    · 20m

    As Joan dates three men all at once, William reconnects with an ex.

  • E20I Don't Wanna Be a Player No More
    · 20m

    Joan cuts loose two of the men she's dating when she develops feelings for an NBA player. A traumatic event lands Toni behind bars.

  • E21Party Over Here
    · 20m

    When Maya moves into her new place, Joan ditches the housewarming for an A-list party. Toni and Todd try to come to a settlement.

  • E22...Ain't Nothing Over ThereFinale
    · 19m

    A series of unfortunate events prevents Joan from being there for Toni (again) as the custody hearing takes a surprising turn.

Season 52004
22 episodes

Still tight as ever, Joan, Toni, Maya and Lynn start new chapters in their lives involving career moves, motherhood and complicated relationships.

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Season 42003
24 episodes

This season, Toni adjusts to married life, Maya pursues her passion, Lynn searches for answers, and Joan tries to figure out her future.

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Season 32002
25 episodes

Exes and woes test close friends Joan, Toni, Maya and Lynn as they deal with marital, financial and emotional drama.

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Season 22001
22 episodes

After a disastrous vacation in Jamaica, the second season finds Joan and Toni making amends and vowing to never let a man come between them again.

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Season 12000
22 episodes

Confronted with failing marriages, new jobs and therapy, four whip-smart professional women turn to one another as they struggle with life's challenges.

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Details

Networks
UPN, The CW
Seasons
8 · 172 episodes
Runtime
30m per episode
Status
Ended
Language
EN
First aired
September 11, 2000
Age rating
TV-PG
Country
United States of America
Production
Grammnet Productions, CBS Studios
IMDB ID
tt0247102

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