8.4/1022 votesLoading...8.4/10(22)Loading...#1 - Anybody Have Something I Can Flog Myself With?
Season 3 Episode 2
Aired 4/15/2022
Ms. Miller’s class learns about her fiancé; Jocelyn and Dee-Dee welcome a new member to the friend group..
Director: Bridget Stokes
Writer: Alrinthea Carter
8.3/10125 votesLoading...8.3/10(125)Loading...#2 - Born at Night, But Not Last Night
Season 1 Episode 6
Aired 9/6/2019
Two friends visit a new black-owned business. A mother and daughter compete on “Get the Belt.” Tensions rise between Ashley, Gabrielle, Quinta and Robin.
Director: Dime Davis
Writer: Lauren Ashley Smith, Robin Thede, Ashley Nicole Black, Akilah Green, Britanni Nichols, Amber Ruffin, Rae Sanni, Holly Walker
8.0/10149 votesLoading...8.0/10(149)Loading...#3 - Where Are My Background Singers?
Season 1 Episode 4
Aired 8/23/2019
A divorce party spirals out of control. The tragic tale of Rome & Julissa. A frustrated air passenger seeks a sympathetic customer service rep. Denise tries to prevent her breakup side-effect.
Director: Dime Davis
Writer: Lauren Ashley Smith, Robin Thede, Ashley Nicole Black, Akilah Green, Britanni Nichols, Amber Ruffin, Rae Sanni, Holly Walker
7.9/10167 votesLoading...7.9/10(167)Loading...#4 - Your Boss Knows You Don't Have Eyebrows
Season 1 Episode 2
Aired 8/9/2019
Shayla forgoes her makeup to her coworker’s dismay. Trinity hunts down an elusive villain known as The Recluse. Contestants perform at the Basic Ball.
Director: Dime Davis
Writer: Lauren Ashley Smith, Robin Thede, Ashley Nicole Black, Akilah Green, Britanni Nichols, Amber Ruffin, Rae Sanni, Holly Walker
7.9/1079 votesLoading...7.9/10(79)Loading...#5 - Save My Edges, I’m a Donor!
Season 3 Episode 1
Aired 4/8/2022
A neighborhood gets pumped for the annual Product Purge; Dr. Haddassah takes on Career Day; Keisha bombs at a comedy club.
Director: Bridget Stokes
Writer: Alrinthea Carter
7.9/1032 votesLoading...7.9/10(32)Loading...#6 - My Love Language Is Words of Defamation
Season 4 Episode 4
Aired 5/5/2023
A Black Lady Courtroom hears a new case. A queen’s knights share gossip from around the kingdom. A waitress riles up her customers.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
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7.8/10156 votesLoading...7.8/10(156)Loading...#7 - 3rd & Bonaparte Is Always in the Shade
Season 1 Episode 3
Aired 8/16/2019
Asia finds herself on the receiving end of a viral proposal. New recruits discuss goals at a gang orientation. Dr. Haddassah turns a wedding toast into a teachable moment.
Director: Dime Davis
Writer: Lauren Ashley Smith, Robin Thede, Ashley Nicole Black, Akilah Green, Britanni Nichols, Amber Ruffin, Rae Sanni, Holly Walker
7.7/1090 votesLoading...7.7/10(90)Loading...#8 - So You Just Out Here Chloroforming Anybody?
Season 2 Episode 2
Aired 4/30/2021
On their trip to Fiji, a group of girlfriends face first-class confusion; Bryanni unleashes her trademark twerking skills.
Director: Lacey Duke, Brittany Scott Smith
Writer: Ashley Nicole Black, Akilah Green, Shenovia Large
7.7/1030 votesLoading...7.7/10(30)Loading...#9 - Pre Ph.D, Based on a Novel by Sapphire
Season 4 Episode 3
Aired 4/28/2023
Dr. Haddassah returns with Black Table Talk. Karlie Chanel pitches TV executives. A mother passes down her prized heirlooms.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.7/1030 votesLoading...7.7/10(30)Loading...#10 - Peek-A-Boob, Your T***y's Out
Season 4 Episode 5
Aired 5/12/2023
Cousin Curtis mans a hotel front desk. A woman’s hot date with herself gets interrupted. Three friends compete for a picture-perfect life.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.6/10130 votesLoading...7.6/10(130)Loading...#11 - Why Are Her Pies Wet, Lord?
Season 1 Episode 5
Aired 8/30/2019
A pastor tries to take back control of a church potluck. Elementary school students notice a change in their teacher. Jackie receives a chilly reception at her hometown high school.
Director: Dime Davis
Writer: Lauren Ashley Smith, Robin Thede, Ashley Nicole Black, Akilah Green, Britanni Nichols, Amber Ruffin, Rae Sanni, Holly Walker
7.5/10117 votesLoading...7.5/10(117)Loading...#12 - But the Tilapias Are Fine Though, Right?
Season 2 Episode 1
Aired 4/23/2021
Dr. Haddassah breaks her silence; Salina visits a psychic.
Director: Lacey Duke, Brittany Scott Smith
Writer: Ashley Nicole Black, Akilah Green, Shenovia Large
7.5/1066 votesLoading...7.5/10(66)Loading...#13 - Way to Ruin the Party, Soya!
Season 2 Episode 6
Aired 5/28/2021
A woman on a date faces tough questions; friends split the check; a couple braves a family reunion.
Director: Lacey Duke, Brittany Scott Smith
Writer: Ashley Nicole Black, Akilah Green, Shenovia Large
7.5/1017 votesLoading...7.5/10(17)Loading...#14 - Y'all Want Some Blood Juice?
Season 3 Episode 3
Aired 4/22/2022
Amanda delivers the Black hair weather forecast; a bachelorette party gets wild; two moms butt heads at a spelling bee.
Director: Bridget Stokes
Writer: Alrinthea Carter
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7.5/1032 votesLoading...7.5/10(32)Loading...#16 - What Kind of Medicine Does Dr. King Practice?
Season 4 Episode 2
Aired 4/21/2023
Kimber and Skip host a baptism dunk-a-thon. Coworkers vent about their jobs. Gia is a menace at the movies. Annie interviews for preschool.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.5/1032 votesLoading...7.5/10(32)Loading...#17 - Check Yo' Slack Every 5 to Stay Alive
Season 4 Episode 6
Aired 5/19/2023
The Coral Reefs vie for office space. A new employee creates work-wife drama. A ballet dancer auditions for a trap rapper.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.4/10244 votesLoading...7.4/10(244)Loading...#18 - Angela Bassett Is the Baddest Bitch
Season 1 Episode 1
Aired 8/2/2019
Maya makes a confession in a support group. Trinity the Invisible Spy meets her match. Drea confronts a dance moves thief. A world-renowned “philosophizer” promotes her masterclass.
Director: Dime Davis
Writer: Lauren Ashley Smith, Robin Thede, Ashley Nicole Black, Akilah Green, Britanni Nichols, Amber Ruffin, Rae Sanni, Holly Walker
7.3/1080 votesLoading...7.3/10(80)Loading...#19 - My Booty Look Juicy, Don't It?
Season 2 Episode 4
Aired 5/14/2021
Tiffany confronts insomnia; friends stage an intervention.
Director: Lacey Duke, Brittany Scott Smith
Writer: Ashley Nicole Black, Akilah Green, Shenovia Large
7.3/1066 votesLoading...7.3/10(66)Loading...#20 - If I'm paying these Chili's prices, you cannot taste my steak!
Season 2 Episode 5
Aired 5/21/2021
A freshman navigates her first cafeteria lunch; a motivational speaker rouses a crowd; a woman tries a promising new hair salon.
Director: Lacey Duke, Brittany Scott Smith
Writer: Ashley Nicole Black, Akilah Green, Shenovia Large
7.2/1040 votesLoading...
7.1/1075 votesLoading...7.1/10(75)Loading...#22 - Sister, May I Call You Oshun?
Season 2 Episode 3
Aired 5/7/2021
A gender reveal party loses its focus; Portia takes issue with her takeout.
Director: Lacey Duke, Brittany Scott Smith
Writer: Ashley Nicole Black, Akilah Green, Shenovia Large
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7.1/1044 votesLoading...7.1/10(44)Loading...#24 - I'm Clapping From My Puss
Season 4 Episode 1
Aired 4/14/2023
A girls’ trip gets off to a bumpy start. Three women attempt catch up to the Three Wise Men. Salina tries to defeat her childhood nemesis.
Director: N/A
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The Best Episodes of A Black Lady Sketch Show
Every episode of A Black Lady Sketch Show ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of A Black Lady Sketch Show!
A narrative series set in a limitless magical reality full of dynamic, hilarious characters and celebrity guests presenting sketches performed by a core cast of...
Genre:Comedy
Network:HBO
Episodes
24
Avg. Rating
7.6
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Best Episodes Summary
"Anybody Have Something I Can Flog Myself With?" is the best rated episode of "A Black Lady Sketch Show". It scored 8.4/10 based on 22 votes. Directed by Bridget Stokes and written by Alrinthea Carter, it aired on 4/15/2022. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "Born at Night, But Not Last Night".
