Rebel
GenrePolice drama
Neo-blaxploitation
Created byAmani Walker
Starring
Country of originUnited States
Original languageEnglish
No. of seasons1
No. of episodes9 (list of episodes)
Production
Executive producersJohn Singleton
Dallas Jackson
Randy Huggins
Michael McGahey
Robyn Snyder
Fernando Szew
Kate Lanier
Running time42 minutes
Production companiesNew Deal Productions
8 Mile Scomi Productions
MarVista Entertainment
Silver Screen Pictures Entertainment
BET Networks
Original release
NetworkBET
ReleaseMarch 28 (2017-03-28) –
May 23, 2017 (2017-05-23)

Rebel is an American police drama television series created by Amani Walker, starring Danielle Moné Truitt. The series premiered on BET on March 28, 2017.[1] The series follows Oakland police officer Rebecca "Rebel" Knight, who after her brother was killed by police, began working as private investigator.[2] In November 2017, BET cancelled the series after one season.

Rebel was picked up to series with eight episode order and a two-hour pilot on April 20, 2016, by BET.[1][3][4] John Singleton is executive producer, writer and director.[5]

On June 9, 2016, stage actress Danielle Moné Truitt was cast as lead character, while Giancarlo Esposito, Mykelti Williamson, Method Man, and Brandon Quinn also were cast as series regulars.[6] On November 28, 2017, the series was cancelled after one season.

Cast

Main cast

Recurring characters

Episodes

No.TitleDirected byWritten byOriginal air dateProd.
code		US viewers
(millions)
1"Pilot"John SingletonStory by : Amani Walker
Teleplay by : Kate Lanier		March 28, 2017 (2017-03-28)1000.705[7]
A renegade cop (Danielle Moné Truitt) has to make a series of tough choices after an on-the-job incident involving the death of her brother, changes her life forever.
2"Brother's Keeper"Carl SeatonRandy HugginsApril 4, 2017 (2017-04-04)1010.564[8]
Rebel sets out to disprove the police department's claim about Malik and discovers something she never knew about her brother as well as one of the cops involved in his death.
3"Chasing Ghosts"Carl SeatonA.C. AllenApril 11, 2017 (2017-04-11)1020.496[9]
Rebel and TJ team up to help a female Army vet from Iraq who is homeless and on the run for her life.
4"Black Not Blue"Salli RichardsonTerri KoppApril 18, 2017 (2017-04-18)1030.440[10]
Mack enlists Rebel to investigate a worker at his mother's assisted living facility. She discovers something surprising about his mother and is reminded of what a good man her ex-partner is, despite the fact that he shot at Malik.
5"Conceal and Carry"Salli RichardsonPatrick MossApril 25, 2017 (2017-04-25)1040.478[11]
Rebel takes on a cold case from her time as a detective: the murder of a 17-year-old aspiring artist.
6"Partners"Sheldon CandisA.C. Allen & Natasha Tash GrayMay 2, 2017 (2017-05-02)1050.480[12]
Rebel investigates a young church-going boy who robbed a liquor store. Meanwhile, Mr. Knight's old flame, Jackie, returns and stirs up old wounds for Rebel.
7"Breaking Point"Sheldon CandisRandy Huggins & Terri KoppMay 9, 2017 (2017-05-09)1060.455[13]
Rebel and Cheena track a new lead connected to Vaughn Bryant. Meanwhile, at the police department, Charles is faced with a moral dilemma.
8"Redemption"Jeffrey W. ByrdRandy Huggins & Terri KoppMay 16, 2017 (2017-05-16)1070.461[14]
Rebel and Cheena team up with Mack and Jimmy to find a missing Brim.
9"Just Us"Jeffrey W. ByrdRandy Huggins & Terri KoppMay 23, 2017 (2017-05-23)1080.398[15]
With the conspiracy behind Malik’s death finally unraveling, Rebel takes it upon herself to confront his killer. Lauren Lake guest as Rebel's rival.

References

  1. ^ a b Michael O'Connell (20 April 2016). "BET Pushes Further Into Scripted With Anika Noni Rose Drama, 'New Edition' Mini and More". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved April 23, 2016.
  2. ^ "BET Networks is Harnessing the Power of More to Deliver More Premium Original Programming and Unforgettable Moments across More Platforms in 2016-2017 Fiscal Year" (Press release). Business Wire. April 20, 2016. Retrieved April 26, 2016.
  3. ^ Linda Ge (20 April 2016). "BET Orders John Singleton Drama 'Rebel,' Gary Owen Reality Show". TheWrap. Retrieved April 26, 2016.
  4. ^ Cynthia Littleton (20 April 2016). "BET Orders John Singleton Telepic, Dramedy 'Benched,' Music Drama 'Tales' in Scripted Push". Variety. Retrieved April 26, 2016.
  5. ^ Tambay A. Obenson. "BET/Centric Unveils Upcoming Programming Slate: New Drama - Shadow and Act". Shadow and Act. Retrieved April 26, 2016.
  6. ^ Andreeva, Nellie; Pedersen, Erik (June 9, 2016). "'Rebel' Cast Set: John Singleton's BET Pilot Stars Danielle Moné Truitt & Giancarlo Esposito". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved June 9, 2016.
  7. ^ Metcalf, Mitch (March 29, 2017). "Updated: ShowBuzzDaily's Top 150 Tuesday Cable Originals & Network Finals: 3.28.2017". Showbuzz Daily. Archived from the original on March 29, 2017. Retrieved March 29, 2017.
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  9. ^ Metcalf, Mitch (April 12, 2017). "Updated: ShowBuzzDaily's Top 150 Tuesday Cable Originals & Network Finals: 4.11.2017". Showbuzz Daily. Archived from the original on April 12, 2017. Retrieved April 12, 2017.
  10. ^ Metcalf, Mitch (April 19, 2017). "Updated: ShowBuzzDaily's Top 150 Tuesday Cable Originals & Network Finals: 4.18.2017". Showbuzz Daily. Archived from the original on April 19, 2017. Retrieved April 19, 2017.
  11. ^ Metcalf, Mitch (April 26, 2017). "Updated: ShowBuzzDaily's Top 150 Tuesday Cable Originals & Network Finals: 4.25.2017". Showbuzz Daily. Archived from the original on April 26, 2017. Retrieved April 26, 2017.
  12. ^ Metcalf, Mitch (May 3, 2017). "Updated: ShowBuzzDaily's Top 150 Tuesday Cable Originals & Network Finals: 5.2.2017". Showbuzz Daily. Archived from the original on May 6, 2017. Retrieved May 3, 2017.
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