Drama20134 seasonsTV-14★ 7.2

Being Mary Jane

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.

Created by Mara Brock Akil

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Episodes

  1. 1

    Pilot

    Jul 2, 201360 min

    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.

  2. 2

    Storm Advisory

    Jan 7, 201460 min

    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.

  3. 3

    Girls Night In

    Jan 14, 201460 min

    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.

  4. 4

    The Huxtables Have Fallen

    Jan 21, 201460 min

    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.

  5. 5

    Mixed Messages

    Feb 4, 201460 min

    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.

  6. 6

    Exposed

    Feb 11, 201460 min

    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.

  7. 7

    Hindsight is 20/40

    Feb 18, 201460 min

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

  8. 8

    Blindsided

    Feb 25, 201460 min

    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.

  9. 9

    Uber Love

    Feb 25, 201460 min

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

Cast

  • Gabrielle Union

    Gabrielle Union

    Mary Jane Paul

  • Aaron D. Spears

    Aaron D. Spears

    Mark Bradley

  • Lisa Vidal

    Lisa Vidal

    Kara Lynch

  • Stephen Bishop

    Stephen Bishop

    David Paulk

  • Margaret Avery

    Margaret Avery

    Helen Patterson

  • B.J. Britt

    B.J. Britt

    Paul Patterson, Jr.

  • Raven Goodwin

    Raven Goodwin

    Niecy Patterson

  • Richard Brooks

    Richard Brooks

    Patrick Patterson

  • Richard Roundtree

    Richard Roundtree

    Paul Patterson, Sr.

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