Bruh (TV series) explained

Alt Name:Tyler Perry's Bruh
Genre:Comedy
Creator:Tyler Perry
Director:Tyler Perry
Country:United States
Language:English
Num Seasons:4
Num Episodes:75
Camera:Single
Runtime:22–29 minutes
Company:Tyler Perry Studios
Network:BET+
Last Aired:present
Related:Sistas

Bruh is an American television series created, written, executive produced and directed by Tyler Perry that premiered on May 7, 2020 on BET+. It is set in the same universe as Tyler Perry's Sistas, with the special appearance of KJ Smith as Andrea "Andi" Barnes. It stars Barry Brewer and Chandra Currelley.

In September 2020, a second season was announced consisting of 19 episodes.[1] The second season premiered on May 27, 2021.[2] In November 2021, the series was renewed for a third season,[3] which premiered on May 12, 2022.[4] On April 16, 2024, the show was renewed for a fourth season, which premiered on July 18, 2024.[5]

Plot

The series follows five middle-aged best friends John, Tom, Mike, Bill and Greg from college as they explore the world of dating, careers and friendship in a present-day society. John, the owner of a sandwich shop (A's & J's), struggles to make ends meet after an incident got him kicked out of college. He relies on his friends for everything and lives with his mother, Alice who constantly tolerates him. She co-owns the business with her son. Tom, a successful doctor, struggles to uphold his name when an incident from his past with one of his co-workers puts his career in jeopardy. Mike, who works as a lawyer, wants to settle down but struggles to put his womanizing ways to rest. His on-and-off girlfriend Pamela finds it hard to believe. Bill, who is an architect, is revisited by his ex, Regina who is recently engaged to one of his good friends from college so his mission is to win back her heart, due to infidelity which ended their relationship. Bill works hard to prove to her that he's a changed man and Greg, Tom's college roommate who is also a doctor, moves to Atlanta to rebuild his life after going through a rough divorce and immediately builds a relationship with the guys while Tom is away dealing with a family emergency and works with Tom at the hospital. Greg meets Darla, an officer who lives down the hall from him and Tom and is instantly attracted to her. The five men come together to get away from their everyday lives.

Cast and characters

Main

Recurring

Special guest cast from Tyler Perry's Sistas

Episodes

Season 4 (2024)

Notes and References

  1. Web site: 'Bruh' In the Can To Wrap Successful 4-Series Shoot At Tyler Perry Studios. Deadline Hollywood. Nellie. Andreeva. September 6, 2020. September 6, 2020.
  2. Web site: Petski. Denise. 'Tyler Perry's Bruh' Unveils Season 2 Premiere Date, Trailer, Adds Four Recurring. Deadline Hollywood. May 20, 2021. May 24, 2021.
  3. Web site: In September, Tyler Perry Studios wrapped season 3 of #TylerPerryBRUH Here is how it went.... Tyler Perry Studios. Instagram. November 17, 2021.
  4. Video: BET+ Original - "Bruh" Season 3 Trailer. BET. The Futon Critic. May 9, 2022.
  5. Web site: Tyler Perry Re-Ups Deal With BET Media, Gets New Seasons For 9 Series, Including ‘Sistas’ & ‘The Oval’. April 16, 2024. April 27, 2024. Deadline. Andreeva. Nellie.
  6. Web site: BET NETWORKS AND TYLER PERRY STUDIOS ANNOUNCE PERRY'S NEW ORIGINAL SERIES FOR BET+, "TYLER PERRY'S BRUH" AND "TYLER PERRY'S RUTHLESS," EXPANDING THE ACCLAIMED CONTENT CREATOR'S ARSENAL OF EXCLUSIVE PROGRAMMING FOR BET. BET Press. November 7, 2019. December 26, 2019.