In the Cut (TV series) explained
In the Cut is an American television sitcom created by Bentley Kyle Evans that aired on Bounce TV from August 25, 2015, to November 18, 2020.[1] The series stars Dorien Wilson as Jay Weaver, a barbershop owner who meets a young man named Kenny (Ken Lawson) the unknown biological son from a fling thirty years ago.[2] [3] The first season has six episodes. John Marshall Jones, Kellita Smith, Dorion Renaud and Laura Hayes are also series regulars, while Vanessa Bell Calloway and Golden Brooks had recurring roles.[1]
In the Cut has become the most-watched original series premiere in Bounce TV history.[4] On April 13, 2016 Bounce TV renewed the show for a second season.[5] On April 14, 2016 Bounce TV renewed the show for a third season which premiered on July 11, 2017. On August 3, 2017 the show was renewed for a fourth season that premiered on July 2, 2018.[6]
The fifth season premiered on July 15, 2019.[7]
On March 19, 2020, it was announced that the sixth season would premiere on April 1, 2020.[8]
Premise
A local barbershop owner Jay Weaver, meets his illegitimate son Kenny he never knew about, 30 years after he's born. After Kenny shows up looking for his father, the two attempt to start a relationship. After Jay allows Kenny to move in with him and work at the barbershop, the two begin a new journey as father and son. Jay also owns a beauty salon next door, which was previously owned by his ex-wife Nadine, and is now owned by his new wife Cheryl. Cheryl is a feisty business-savvy woman who runs the shop with her over-the-top sidekick, Percy. The show follows Jay's best friend Smitty and Chef Mable who owns tables in the same strip mall.
Cast and characters
Main
- Dorien Wilson as Jay Weaver, the owner of barbershop Jay's Chop Shop, and Kenny's father
- Ken Lawson as Kenny Clark, Jay's illegitimate son
- John Marshall Jones as Clevon "Smitty" Smith, Jay's best friend and fellow barber (season 1–6)
- Dorion Renaud as Percy, a hairstylist and Cheryls best friend. (season 1-7)
- Jackée Harry as Nadine Weaver (season 1), Jay's ex-wife and former owner of Nadine's Shop
- Kellita Smith as Cheryl (season 2-7), the new owner of the beauty salon Cheryl's, and Jay's wife
- Laura Hayes as Mable (season 2–6), restaurant owner of Mable's Tables
- Mark Curry as Wade (season 7), Cheryl's ex-con brother
- Kim Coles as Trish Devoe (season 7), the new owner of Mable's Tables
Recurring
- Chastity Dotson as Angelique Peters, Kenny's wife
- Christy St. John as Karen (season 6–7) the waitress at Mable's Tables
Guest stars
Episodes
Season 7
Notes and References
- Web site: Seth Kelley. Bounce TV Orders Original Comedy Series 'In The Cut'. Variety. 19 August 2015 . 28 January 2016.
- Web site: Tambay A. Obenson. Watch Pilot Episode of Bounce TV's New Original Comedy Se – Shadow and Act. Shadow and Act. 26 August 2015. 28 January 2016.
- Web site: Bounce TV Series 'In The Cut' Taking Risks While Capturing An Era – EURweb. EURweb. 28 January 2016.
- Web site: Bounce TV's 'In The Cut' Premiere Sets Record for the You – Shadow and Act. Tambay A. Obenson. Shadow and Act. 27 August 2015. 28 January 2016.
- Web site: Denise Petski. Bounce Renews 'Saints & Sinners' & Four Comedies, Sets Newsmagazine – Upfront – Deadline. Deadline Hollywood. 13 April 2016 . 13 April 2016.
- Web site: Bounce Adds New Original Comedy Series 'Grown Folks'. Broadcasting & Cable. August 3, 2017. March 16, 2018.
- Web site: "In the Cut" Season Five Premieres Mon. July 15 at 9:00 p.m. (ET) on Bounce. The Futon Critic. July 12, 2019.
- Web site: "In the Cut" Returns for New Season Starting April 1st on Bounce. The Futon Critic. March 19, 2020.
