Let's Stay Together

Let's Stay Together

Let's Stay Together is an American romantic comedy television series created by Jacque Edmonds Cofer. It premiered on BET on January 11, 2011. The title of the series refers to the Al Green landmark 1972 song of the same name. The series premiere drew 4.4 million viewers. Initially, Soul Food star Malinda Williams was cast in the lead role of Stacy. For undisclosed reasons, she was recast with Nadine Ellis. On April 20, 2013, BET announced that the series was renewed for a second season which aired 22 episodes starting in January 2012. For its second season, Erica Hubbard appeared infrequently due to her pregnancy. New cast member Kyla Pratt joined the cast portraying Crystal, Charles and Kita's cousin. At the 2012 BET Upfront on April 13, 2012, it was revealed that the show has been renewed for a third season. The third season premiered on March 26, 2013. In April 2013, BET Networks announced the show had been renewed for a fourth season that will premiere in early 2014.

Comedy

Seasons

1. If You'd Like It, You'd Better Put a Ring On It

Air Date: 2011-01-11

Pediatrician Stacy Lawrence (Nadine Ellis) finds out her fiancé, Charles (Bert Belasco), gave her an engagement ring that once belonged to his ex in the premiere of this romantic-comedy series following couples through the ups and downs of relationships. Elsewhere, Jamal (RonReaco Lee) moonlights as a pianist with Kita (Erica Hubbard) on vocals.

2. On to the Next One

Air Date: 2011-01-18

Stacy and Charles spice things up in the bedroom but soon find themselves exhausted. Elsewhere, Jamal objects to Tasha's wardrobe choice for their son during a photo shoot.

3. The Fourth Wheel

Air Date: 2011-01-25

Charles meets Stacey's med school friends; Jamal's client's attempt to seduce him.

4. Marriage 101

Air Date: 2011-02-01

Charles and Stacy go to pre-marital counseling; Kita makes Tasha jealous.

5. The Handyman Can't

Air Date: 2011-02-08

Stacy hires Charles to renovate her office; Kita has romantic dreams of Jamal.

6. Dirty Scraps of Leather

Air Date: 2011-02-15

A gift from Stacy's old boyfriend bothers Charles, so he decides to replace it; Tasha worries she's less attractive now that she's a stay-at-home mom.

7. The Wedding Planner

Air Date: 2011-02-22

Charles hires a wedding planner since Stacy is procrastinating; Tasha becomes an entrepreneur.

8. Your Arm's Too Short to Box With Grandparents

Air Date: 2011-03-01

Stacy is offended and gets in a fight with Tasha; Jamal and Charles sneak around to see each other.

9. There Goes the Groom

Air Date: 2011-03-08

Stacy exhibits cold feet at her engagement party, prompting Charles to question if she's ready to get married. Elsewhere, Jamal discovers that Tasha's father is still supporting her financially.

10. Rules of Disengagement

Air Date: 2011-03-15

Charles and Stacy reconnect, but Charles thinks they should keep their distance until Stacy sets a wedding date. Elsewhere, Jamal and Tasha attempt to write a children's book.

11. Daddy's Home

Air Date: 2011-03-22

Stacy goes on a date to test her feelings for Charles; Tasha tries to impress a mothers' group; and Charles reflects on his problems after a visit with his dad.

12. Back Together Again

Air Date: 2011-03-29

Tasha and Jamal arrange a reunion for Stacy and Charles, but the plan hits a snag when their intended targets each bring dates.

13. Season 1, Episode 13

Air Date: 2011-04-05

In the first-season finale, Stacy and Charles reminisce at their rehearsal dinner about the start of their relationship. Later, the pair's wedding day features a few unexpected moments.

1. Let's Do It Again

Air Date: 2012-01-10

Season 2 opens and picks up with dramas surrounding Charles' and Stacy's wedding. Here, Charles escapes from an elevator and attempts to head home. Meanwhile, Troy arrives at Stacy's house, upsetting Jamal.

2. Waiting to XXXhale

Air Date: 2012-01-10

When Stacy finds out that Charles watches pornography, she sets out to make adult material with him. Elsewhere, Kita throws her own birthday bash and is encouraged to sign up for a reality show.

3. All Juice, No Seeds

Air Date: 2012-01-17

Stacy aspires to be an ideal housewife; Jamal and Tasha consider a vasectomy; Charles' cousin becomes a hit on the Web.

4. U Say He's Just a Friend

Air Date: 2012-01-24

Charles helps Stacy become financially responsible; Tasha lands work with Troy; Crystal dates a former pimp.

5. Dancing With the Stars

Air Date: 2012-01-31

A celebrity client charms Charles and, eventually, Stacy. Meanwhile, Jamal lands work with Troy.

6. Sickness Protection Program

Air Date: 2012-02-07

Charles behaves like a baby when he gets sick; Jamal and Troy become running buddies. Meanwhile, Crystal has a dating party for her college schoolmates.

7. Puppy Love

Air Date: 2012-02-14

Stacy is left to dog-sit her mother's unruly dog; Troy sends Jamal out of town on business and tries to make his move on Tasha

8. Family Business

Air Date: 2012-02-28

Jamal represents Charles in a court case. Meanwhile, Tasha launches a celebrity-theme gossip blog.

9. Marriage Without Borders

Air Date: 2012-03-06

Stacy mulls over traveling abroad for a medical program. Meanwhile, Tasha's blunt remarks and opinions impact Jamal's run for public office.

10. 2 Fast, 2 Furious

Air Date: 2012-03-13

Stacy and Tasha's rivalry emerges when both run in a race. Meanwhile, Crystal volunteers to shoot a commercial for Charles' company.

11. Fear Factor

Air Date: 2012-03-20

Charles and Stacy install a security system in their home. Meanwhile, Crystal and her friends decide to pledge Tasha's sorority.

12. The Choice Is Yours

Air Date: 2012-03-27

Crystal juggles dating two men. Elsewhere, the unemployed Jamal and the jobless Tasha spend their idle time together—and promptly get on each other's nerves.

13. The Good, The Bad & The Comedically Ugly

Air Date: 2012-04-03

Charles and Stacy clash over their honeymoon location. Elsewhere, Jamal and Tasha plan competing bachelor and bachelorette parties, and Kita returns from her reality-TV shoot.

14. An Even More Indecent Proposal

Air Date: 2012-04-10

15. Inspect Me, Inspect Me Not

Air Date: 2012-04-17

16. Leave Me Alone

Air Date: 2012-04-24

17. The Apprentice

Air Date: 2012-05-01

18. Beauty and the Birthday

Air Date: 2012-05-08

19. Owners, Players and Thieves

Air Date: 2012-05-15

20. No Weddings and a Funeral

Air Date: 2012-05-22

21. Creepers

Air Date: 2012-05-29

22. Wait, What?

Air Date: 2012-06-05

1. See, What Had Happened Was...

Air Date: 2013-03-26

Stacy confronts Connie about a kiss in the Season 3 opener.

2. Hot Junk

Air Date: 2013-04-02

A dry spell in the bedroom tests Charles; Stacy reaches out to a marriage counselor; Jamal's newest client is a mob boss; Crystal and Kita happen upon Troy, as Kita tries to fight off her feelings for him.

3. The Need for Speed

Air Date: 2013-04-09

Charles and Stacy exchange anniversary gifts, but she becomes overly attached to his motorcycle. Meanwhile, Jamal's mob-boss client goes to jail; and Kita feels she's entitled to Darkanian's perks, exasperating Crystal.

4. Troy Story

Air Date: 2013-04-16

5. Single Black Stacy

Air Date: 2013-04-23

Stacy has a new protégé named Sharon, but Charles suspects that Sharon is far too interested in Stacy. Elsewhere, Jamal and Tasha seek a new nanny for the twins.

6. Each One, Teach One

Air Date: 2013-04-30

Jamal and Charles serve as big brothers to two boys. Elsewhere, Tasha's frustration mounts when Kita dates Troy; and Crystal meets a new man.

7. The Other Doctor

Air Date: 2013-05-07

Stacy begins to lose patients when a doctor moves into her office building. Meanwhile, Charles tries to add sizzle to Jamal's fizzled career, and Kita discovers she'll be working with her ex-beau.

8. Buyer Beware

Air Date: 2013-05-14

Stacy struggles with demands; Charles and Jamal join Darkanian's entourage; Crystal and Rashad's feelings for one another.

9. Kita's Got a Gun

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10. Babies, Blindness, and Bling

Air Date: 2013-05-21

Jamal is temporarily blinded when he decides to go to work with Charles in the Season 3 finale. Also: Charles is challenged to care for the twins for the weekend; and Crystal is caught kissing Rashad.

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Rating

8.7/10

Release Date

2011-01-11

Episodes

45 (3 seasons)

Status

Canceled

Cast

Production Companies

Breakdown Productions

Flavor Unit Entertainment