Being Mary Jane

2013 - 2017

Pilot

Episode 1

Mary Jane Paul (Gabrielle Union) is part of a growing American statistic-- the single, black female. A news anchor with style, class and almost everything else a girl could want; she reports on the lives of others every night, but now we pull the curtain.

Storm Advisory

7th January 2014

Episode 2

Andre comes face to face with David at Mary Jane’s house. Meanwhile, changes are afoot at SNC and after an anchor is unceremoniously fired, Mary Jane, Kara and Mark all fear for their jobs. Lisa struggles with a bout of depression.

Girls Night In

14th January 2014

Episode 3

Mary Jane has a big talk with Andre, leaving her to ponder her future. Meanwhile, friction develops between Kara and Mary Jane when Kara revamps Mark’s show; and a woman inches closer to Paul Sr.

The Huxtables Have Fallen

21st January 2014

Episode 4

Patrick learns of Mary Jane's affair with Andre. To help her sort through her dilemma, Patrick takes her to visit their voice of reasoning Aunt Toni. She is once again conflicted about her feelings for Andre and decides to once and for all give him an answer in regards to his marriage proposal. Meanwhile, a former business partner declines further partnership with Patrick, resulting in damaging affects to Patrick's sobriety.

Mixed Messages

4th February 2014

Episode 5

Mary Jane meets a man online; Kara’s changes prove too much for Mark. Patrick learns that celebrating his sobriety is bigger than it just being about him, Kara and Mark figure out a way to effectively communicate and work together and Mary Jane admits her addiction.

Exposed

11th February 2014

Episode 6

Mary Jane and Andre have decided to settle in together at her home in domestic bliss. Meanwhile, Helen is disappointed with Paul Sr. for not receiving a platinum table at an exclusive gala, so he finds an unlikely source in hopes of obtaining one. While Andre declines his invitation to accompany Mary Jane at the gala, she unexpectedly runs into her ex David. Also, Mary Jane is faced with a challenging decision at SNC involving a fellow journalist.

Hindsight is 20/40

18th February 2014

Episode 7

When Andre sees a picture of Mary Jane with David at the gala he starts questioning if she is still involved with him.

Blindsided

25th February 2014

Episode 8

A picture stirs up drama between Mary Jane and Andre. Meanwhile, Patrick breaks news that he's moving out; a drug run turns violent; Niecy announces a plan following her delivery; Kara mulls over a custody issue involving her sons.

Uber Love

25th February 2014

Episode 9

Mary Jane confronts several people; Lisa and Mary Jane's friendship is put to the test.

Top Cast

Gabrielle Union•Aaron D. Spears•Lisa Vidal

Mary Jane Paul is a one-woman-show: a successful TV news anchor, and an entirely self-sufficient powerhouse who remains devoted to a family that doesn't share her motivation. Intense drama and unforgettable moments unfold as Mary Jane juggles her life, her relationships, her work, and commitments to her family.

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Full Cast

Gabrielle Union Image

Gabrielle Union

Mary Jane Paul

Aaron D. Spears Image

Aaron D. Spears

Mark Bradley

Lisa Vidal Image

Lisa Vidal

Kara Lynch

Stephen Bishop Image

Stephen Bishop

David Paulk

Margaret Avery Image

Margaret Avery

Helen Patterson

B.J. Britt Image

B.J. Britt

Paul Patterson, Jr.

Raven Goodwin Image

Raven Goodwin

Niecy Patterson

Richard Brooks Image

Richard Brooks

Patrick Patterson

Richard Roundtree Image

Richard Roundtree

Paul Patterson, Sr.

Full Crew

Chris Giles Image

Chris Giles

Sound Mixer

Debra J. Fisher

Co-Executive Producer

Angela Barnes Image

Angela Barnes

First Assistant Director

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