Queen Sugar

Go behind the scenes of OWN'S Queen Sugar with creator and executive producer, Ava DuVernay. Along with the stars, Ava gives fans an exclusive look into the making of one of TV's most beloved dramas and a sneak peek of what's ahead in Season 5.

Over seven seasons, Queen Sugar has boldly tackled narrative change with an eye toward true social impact. Creator Ava DuVernay celebrates the 42 women directors who contributed to the series becoming the longest-running Black family drama in TV history.

A woman gives up her upscale Los Angeles lifestyle to return home to a large sugarcane farm in Louisiana after her father suffers a stroke; she reunites with her estranged siblings and learns alarming news about her husband.

The Bordelon siblings try to plan their father's funeral but tensions arise between Charley and Nova; Ralph Angel argues with Aunt Violet about inviting his son; Charley meets someone interested in buying the farm.

Charley, Ralph Angel and Nova discover the contents of their father's will and consider running their newly inherited farm together; Ralph Angel is pushed to his limits when someone tries to take one of his father's possessions.

Charley and Davis remain entangled, Ralph Angel tries to find his footing on the family farm and Aunt Violet confronts her feelings for Hollywood. Plus, Micah has a dangerous encounter with a police officer and Nova deals with the loss of her relationship with Calvin and later holds a community fundraiser.

Ralph Angel has an idea for the farm. Charley is blindsided during her final divorce mediation with Davis. Nova holds a community fundraiser. Aunt Violet learns that Hollywood might have been involved in a life-threatening accident.

Micah finds solace at Nova's place. Charley confronts Davis about their custody arrangement. Aunt Violet's time with Hollywood might be short-lived. Nova meets someone at a symposium. Ralph Angel confronts Jacob Boudreaux about spying on his property.

Ralph Angel finally learns the truth about his biological connection to Blue, Charley Gard exposes her hidden plan for Landry Enterprises, and Nova is propositioned by book publishers.

Violet receives a business proposition that she cannot refuse, Nova faces a difficult career decision, and Micah asks his parents to transfer schools. Plus, Charley learns shocking information about Sam Landry.

Micah starts his new school with excitement, an interaction with Blue leaves Ralph Angel guilt-ridden, and Nova must come up with new material for her book. Plus, Charley reveals her secret plans to Nova, and Darla returns.

Violet is surprised by someone from her past who arrives at her diner.

Violet is surprised by someone from her past who arrives at her diner.

Nova and Calvin move forward in their relationship; Ralph Angel makes a big decision; Nova starts a new business venture; Micah joins a fraternity; Frances is sentenced for conspiracy.

Ralph Angel and Darla talk wedding plans; Nova meets Calvin's family for the first time; Micah experiences his own firsts as a member of a fraternity.

Ralph Angel seeks alternative sources of income; the pandemic forces Micah to return home; Hollywood grows concerned for his mother's health.

Nova publishes an article on defunding the police, Ralph Angel has financial problems, and Violet delivers a pie to a mysterious person. Plus, Nova's planned vaccination drive for St. Jo residents erupts in chaos, leaving someone injured.

When Prosper's daughter arrives, there is a tense showoff and she bans the Bordelons from seeing Propser. Ralph Angel and Darla make preparations for their baby. Micah has flashbacks to previous trauma. Nova has to face a harsh truth.

Nova shares her truth, Ralph Angel's finances remain strained, and more is revealed about Billie's history with the Bordelons; Nova learns concerning information, and Charley and Davis struggle with the decision to take their relationship public.

The family attends a christening for Ralph Angel and Darla's baby, Tru. Billie ignores Vince's calls, Prosper asks Sandy on a date, and Micah sees Keke. Sam Landry delivers shocking news that could threaten the Bordelon land once again.

Micah pursues a photography career, Prosper has a date with Sandy, and Billie contemplates her future with Vince. The City Council votes on developing the outlet mall, and Ralph Angel receives an unsettling call about Parthena.

The farmers support Parthena and develop a plan, Nova organizes a ring shout, and someone from Billie’s past makes an unexpected visit. Plus, Micah continues to explore NFTs, Violet has a new business plan, and Darla and Rah navigate a rough patch.