Cherish the Day (TV series)
Cherish the Day is an American romantic drama anthology television series created and produced by Ava DuVernay.[1] The series chronicles the relationship of one couple, with each episode spanning a single day marking a significant moment. The full season of 8 episodes crossed 5 years. The series stars Xosha Roquemore, Alano Miller and Cicely Tyson, and the title references the Sade song "Cherish the Day".
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| Genre | Romantic drama Anthology |
| Created by | Ava DuVernay |
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| Country of origin | United States |
| Original language | English |
| No. of seasons | 1 |
| No. of episodes | 8 (list of episodes) |
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| Running time | 40–43 min. |
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| Original network | OWN |
| Original release | February 11, 2020 – present |
The series premiered on February 11, 2020 on Oprah Winfrey Network.[2][3] On October 26, 2020, the series was renewed for a second season.[4] It was announced in July 2021 that Joy Bryant and Henry Simmons would star in the second season.[5]
Co-star Cicely Tyson died on January 28, 2021 at the age of 96;[6] this was her final television role.
Cast
Main
- Xosha Roquemore as Gently James[7]
- Alano Miller as Evan Fisher[7]
- Cicely Tyson as Miss Luma Lee Langston (season 1)[8]
Recurring
- Michael Beach as Ben[9]
- Anne-Marie Johnson as Marilyn Fisher[9]
- Kellee Stewart as Ellene[9]
- Dorien Wilson as Johnny Fisher
Episodes
| No. | Title | Directed by | Written by | Original air date [10] | U.S viewers (millions) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | "Genesis" | Tanya Hamilton | Ava DuVernay | February 11, 2020 | 0.75[11] |
| 2 | "Synthesis" | Tanya Hamilton | Wayne Stamps | February 12, 2020 | 0.26[12] |
| 3 | "Oasis" | Deborah Kampmeier | Chloé Hung | February 18, 2020 | 0.77[13] |
| 4 | "Basis" | Deborah Kampmeier | Tanya Hamilton | February 25, 2020 | 0.83[14] |
| 5 | "Analysis" | Blitz Bazawule | Sylvia L. Jones | March 3, 2020 | 0.77[15] |
| 6 | "Nemesis" | Blitz Bazawule | Teri Schaffer | March 10, 2020 | 0.68[16] |
| 7 | "Synopsis" | Aurora Guerrero | Sylvia L. Jones | March 17, 2020 | 0.47[17] |
| 8 | "Catharsis" | Aurora Guerrero | Raynelle Swilling | March 24, 2020 | 0.44[18] |
References
- Petski, Denise (March 20, 2019). "Ava DuVernay Anthology Series 'Cherish The Day' Ordered By OWN". Deadline Hollywood.
- Obenson, Tambay (December 19, 2019). "'Cherish the Day' First Look: OWN Teases Ava DuVernay's 'When They See Us' Follow-Up". IndieWire.
- "Video: OWN Sets Premiere Date and Unveils Official Trailer for New Anthology Drama "Cherish the Day" from Award-Winning Creator Ava DuVernay". The Futon Critic. January 16, 2020.
- Petski, Denise (October 26, 2020). "Ava DuVernay's 'Cherish The Day' Renewed For Season 2 By OWN". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved October 26, 2020.
- Shanfeld, Ethan (July 7, 2021). "Joy Bryant and Henry Simmons to Star in 'Cherish the Day' Season 2 (TV News Roundup)". Variety. Retrieved July 7, 2021.
- Dagan, Carmel (January 28, 2021). "Cicely Tyson, Pioneering Hollywood Icon, Dies at 96". Variety. Retrieved January 28, 2021.
- Petski, Denise (July 25, 2019). "'Cherish The Day': Xosha Roquemore & Alano Miller To Star In Ava DuVernay's OWN Anthology Series". Deadline Hollywood.
- Petski, Denise (August 13, 2019). "Cicely Tyson To Star In Ava DuVernay's 'Cherish The Day' Anthology Series On OWN". Deadline Hollywood.
- Ramos, Dino-Ray (December 3, 2019). "Ava DuVernay's OWN Drama 'Cherish The Day' Rounds Out Cast, Adds Directors Blitz Bazawule, Aurora Guerrero And Deborah Kampmeier". Deadline Hollywood.
- "Cherish the Day – Listings". The Futon Critic. Retrieved January 19, 2020.
- Metcalf, Mitch (February 12, 2020). "UPDATED: SHOWBUZZDAILY's Top 150 Tuesday Cable Originals & Network Finals: 2.11.2020". Showbuzz Daily. Archived from the original on February 12, 2020. Retrieved March 28, 2020.
- Salem, Mitch (February 13, 2020). "UPDATED: SHOWBUZZDAILY's Top 150 Wednesday Cable Originals & Network Finals: 2.12.2020". Showbuzz Daily. Archived from the original on February 13, 2020. Retrieved March 28, 2020.
- Metcalf, Mitch (February 20, 2020). "UPDATED: SHOWBUZZDAILY's Top 150 Tuesday Cable Originals & Network Finals: 2.18.2020". Showbuzz Daily. Archived from the original on February 20, 2020. Retrieved March 28, 2020.
- Salem, Mitch (February 26, 2020). "SHOWBUZZDAILY's Top 150 Tuesday Cable Originals & Network Finals: 2.25.2020". Showbuzz Daily. Archived from the original on February 26, 2020. Retrieved March 28, 2020.
- Metcalf, Mitch (March 4, 2020). "UPDATED: SHOWBUZZDAILY's Top 150 Tuesday Cable Originals & Network Finals: 3.3.2020". Showbuzz Daily. Archived from the original on March 7, 2020. Retrieved March 28, 2020.
- Metcalf, Mitch (March 11, 2020). "UPDATED: SHOWBUZZDAILY's Top 150 Tuesday Cable Originals & Network Finals: 3.10.2020". Showbuzz Daily. Archived from the original on March 14, 2020. Retrieved March 28, 2020.
- Salem, Mitch (March 18, 2020). "UPDATED: SHOWBUZZDAILY's Top 150 Tuesday Cable Originals & Network Finals: 3.17.2020". Showbuzz Daily. Archived from the original on March 18, 2020. Retrieved March 28, 2020.
- Salem, Mitch (March 25, 2020). "UPDATED: SHOWBUZZDAILY's Top 150 Tuesday Cable Originals & Network Finals: 3.24.2020". Showbuzz Daily. Archived from the original on March 25, 2020. Retrieved March 28, 2020.
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