Being Mary Jane

Being Mary Jane

Mary Jane Paul is a one-woman-show: a successful TV news anchor, and an entirely self-sufficient powerhouse who remains devoted to a family that doesn't share her motivation. Intense drama and unforgettable moments unfold as Mary Jane juggles her life, her relationships, her work, and commitments to her family.

Drama

Seasons

1. Pilot

Air Date: 2013-07-02

Mary Jane Paul (Gabrielle Union) is part of a growing American statistic-- the single, black female. A news anchor with style, class and almost everything else a girl could want; she reports on the lives of others every night, but now we pull the curtain.

Storm Advisory

2. Storm Advisory

Air Date: 2014-01-07

Andre comes face to face with David at Mary Jane’s house. Meanwhile, changes are afoot at SNC and after an anchor is unceremoniously fired, Mary Jane, Kara and Mark all fear for their jobs. Lisa struggles with a bout of depression.

Girls Night In

3. Girls Night In

Air Date: 2014-01-14

Mary Jane has a big talk with Andre, leaving her to ponder her future. Meanwhile, friction develops between Kara and Mary Jane when Kara revamps Mark’s show; and a woman inches closer to Paul Sr.

The Huxtables Have Fallen

4. The Huxtables Have Fallen

Air Date: 2014-01-21

Patrick learns of Mary Jane's affair with Andre. To help her sort through her dilemma, Patrick takes her to visit their voice of reasoning Aunt Toni. She is once again conflicted about her feelings for Andre and decides to once and for all give him an answer in regards to his marriage proposal. Meanwhile, a former business partner declines further partnership with Patrick, resulting in damaging affects to Patrick's sobriety.

Mixed Messages

5. Mixed Messages

Air Date: 2014-02-04

Mary Jane meets a man online; Kara’s changes prove too much for Mark. Patrick learns that celebrating his sobriety is bigger than it just being about him, Kara and Mark figure out a way to effectively communicate and work together and Mary Jane admits her addiction.

Exposed

6. Exposed

Air Date: 2014-02-11

Mary Jane and Andre have decided to settle in together at her home in domestic bliss. Meanwhile, Helen is disappointed with Paul Sr. for not receiving a platinum table at an exclusive gala, so he finds an unlikely source in hopes of obtaining one. While Andre declines his invitation to accompany Mary Jane at the gala, she unexpectedly runs into her ex David. Also, Mary Jane is faced with a challenging decision at SNC involving a fellow journalist.

Hindsight is 20/40

7. Hindsight is 20/40

Air Date: 2014-02-18

When Andre sees a picture of Mary Jane with David at the gala he starts questioning if she is still involved with him.

Blindsided

8. Blindsided

Air Date: 2014-02-25

A picture stirs up drama between Mary Jane and Andre. Meanwhile, Patrick breaks news that he's moving out; a drug run turns violent; Niecy announces a plan following her delivery; Kara mulls over a custody issue involving her sons.

Uber Love

9. Uber Love

Air Date: 2014-02-25

Mary Jane confronts several people; Lisa and Mary Jane's friendship is put to the test.

People in Glass Houses Shouldn't Throw Fish

1. People in Glass Houses Shouldn't Throw Fish

Air Date: 2015-02-03

Freedom

2. Freedom

Air Date: 2015-02-10

Mary Jane Knows Best

3. Mary Jane Knows Best

Air Date: 2015-02-17

4. Sleepless in Atlanta

Air Date: 2015-02-24

Kara protects Mary Jane; Niecy shields her and Treyvion from his father; Patrick struggles to find balance.

5. No Eggspectations

Air Date: 2015-03-03

Dr. Marrs delivers news; Cameron and Niecy negotiate; PJ is offered a business opportunity.

6. Pulling the Trigger

Air Date: 2015-03-10

Mary desires to become pregnant; Mary's friendship with Lisa is strained; David makes a surprise appearance.

7. Let's Go Crazy

Air Date: 2015-03-17

Mary Jane moves forward with her life; Kara must make a decision to stay partners with Mary Jane.

8. One Is the Loneliest Number

Air Date: 2015-03-24

A fatal Atlanta school shooting; Mary Jane and Sheldon's courtship advances; Gael helps Kara find a new purpose.

9. Line in the Sand

Air Date: 2015-03-31

Mary Jane gets nominated for an Emmy; Patrick discovers what happened to Tracy.

10. Primetime

Air Date: 2015-04-07

Mary Jane does some shop therapy; Paul Jr. decides about a job.

11. Reading the Signs

Air Date: 2015-04-14

Mary Jane's rant goes viral; Sheldon struggles; Mark's perspective on dating.

12. Signing Off

Air Date: 2015-04-14

Mary Jane moves into her prime-time position at SNC.

1. Facing Fears

Air Date: 2015-10-20

In the Season 3 premiere, Mary Jane is rushed to the hospital following her accident; Paul Sr. handles David; and Helen deals with Lisa.

2. Louie, Louie

Air Date: 2015-10-20

Mary Jane is stuck in the house with nothing to do; Cedric reveals his plans; and SNC hires a hot replacement for Mary Jane.

3. Sparrow

Air Date: 2015-10-27

Mary Jane is forced to confront her feelings after Lisa's suicide, dealing with her family and facing David.

4. Being Kara

Air Date: 2015-11-03

Kara's life spins out of control; Mary Jane helps Niecy land her first job.

5. Hot Seat

Air Date: 2015-11-10

When SNC decides to keep Marisol in the Primetime seat, Mary Jane's tenacity will lead her to explore unconventional methods.... As Niecy's rift with Patrick continues, she'll reach out to her mother.....

6. Don't Call It A Comeback

Air Date: 2015-11-17

BET's first hour long scripted drama is a follow-up to the same-titled TV movie that premiered on the network in the summer of 2013. The series returns Gabrielle Union to the lead role of Mary Jane Paul, a successful cable news anchor who has a closet packed with designer clothes and shoes, a beautiful home, a nice car, and the drive to achieve even greater heights. Yet something is missing. As Mary Jane looks to start a family of her own to share life's greatest gifts, she discovers who she really is and the people who help define her.

7. If the Shoe Fits...

Air Date: 2015-11-24

Mary Jane's birthday takes a backseat to family drama.

8. Wake Up Call

Air Date: 2015-12-01

Mary Jane sits in on a journalism lecture and hears harsh opinions of her show; Patrick is surprised with a family intervention about his drug use.

9. Purging and Cleansing

Air Date: 2015-12-08

Mary Jane begins a life cleanse; Cece blackmails Mary Jane; Patrick and Paul Sr. clash over custody of D'Asia.

10. Some Things Are Black and White

Air Date: 2015-12-15

Mary Jane goes on a date with GG and is put on the spot; David's mom has a heart-to-heart with MJ; Kara finds herself in hot water at work.

Getting Nekkid

1. Getting Nekkid

Air Date: 2017-01-10

Looking for change in her career and attitude, Mary Jane has an interesting encounter with a new man.

Getting Naked

2. Getting Naked

Air Date: 2017-01-17

Mary Jane is pitted against her idol Ronda while Niecy tries to balance her life.

Getting Real

3. Getting Real

Air Date: 2017-01-31

An interview with a fiery reality star makes Mary Jane a social media sensation. Things rapidly heat up with Lee.

Getting Schooled

4. Getting Schooled

Air Date: 2017-02-07

Mary Jane's new position as web correspondent fuels her rivalry with Justin as she pursues the story of a teen boy beaten for wearing a skirt.

Getting Served

5. Getting Served

Air Date: 2017-02-14

Mary Jane and PJ feel homesick while Niecy's rash decision has some dire consequences.

Getting Home

6. Getting Home

Air Date: 2017-02-21

Traveling to Atlanta to cover a news story, Mary Jane's reunion with her family goes into a tailspin when Lee shows up unexpectedly.

Getting Judged

7. Getting Judged

Air Date: 2017-02-28

A leaked story in the press about Mary Jane threatens to derail one of the most important moments of her career.

Getting Risky

8. Getting Risky

Air Date: 2017-03-07

Mary Jane and Justin go rogue to chase a story as Mary Jane frets about meeting Lee's baby momma.

Getting Serious

9. Getting Serious

Air Date: 2017-03-14

Justin cooks up a plan to get Mary Jane in the anchor chair while she and Lee decide whether or not they should have a baby together.

Getting It

10. Getting It

Air Date: 2017-03-21

Mary Jane joins forces with Justin, setting forth a plan that could oust Ronda from the anchor chair, but Kara gets caught in the crossfire.

Feeling Raw

11. Feeling Raw

Air Date: 2017-07-18

Distrustful of Justin after Kara's firing, Mary Jane tries to make it work with Lee, but resisting Justin is undermining her performance in the coveted co-anchor spot of the morning show.

Feeling Conflicted

12. Feeling Conflicted

Air Date: 2017-07-25

Since Kara is having a tough time in arbitration with her wrongful termination claim, Mary Jane and Justin decide not to confess that they're seeing each other.

Feeling Exposed

13. Feeling Exposed

Air Date: 2017-08-01

Kara's discovery that Mary Jane is sleeping with Justin sends their friendship into a tailspin and upsets the power dynamic at the studio. Sensing there's more to Mary Jane's break up with Lee, Helen sends Niecy to New York.

14. Feeling Friendless

Air Date: 2017-08-08

Feeling alienated, Mary Jane allows her own party to be transformed into a media event. Niecy returns to Atlanta invigorated and ready to set her dreams in motion. Patrick becomes a montor to a rowdy activist.

15. Feeling Hashtagged

Air Date: 2017-08-15

Mary Jane and Justin's relationship goes viral. Frank, an old family friend of Helen and Paul's, stirs long-forgotten memories of a love triangle that clouded the early years of their marriage.

16. Feeling Ambushed

Air Date: 2017-08-22

Mary Jane and Justin's relationship is tested when their notoriety on social media leads to discoveries about Justin's past. Kara makes her own discovery about the girlfriend of one of Orlando's teammates.

17. Feeling Lost

Air Date: 2017-08-29

Word of Lee's brimming success and new girlfriend throws Mary Jane's already tenuous relationship with Justin into doubt...

18. Feeling Destined

Air Date: 2017-09-05

After learning that Paul and Helen are getting a divorce, the Paterson family struggles to cope with the imminent changes.

19. Feeling Seen

Air Date: 2017-09-12

Mary Jane uncovers information about Justin's past that spin their love into a new phase. Meanwhile, Kara and Justin are forced to take down a dark horse who has entered the race for the executive producer slot.

20. Feeling Tested

Air Date: 2017-09-19

After learning she has a say in who replaces Garrett, Mary Jane questions Justin's overtures toward her; Kara helps Orlando in his transition from athlete to broadcaster.

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Rating

7.1/10

Release Date

2013-07-02

Episodes

51 (4 seasons)

Status

Ended

Cast

Videos

Production Companies

Breakdown Productions

Akil Productions