Cherish the Day (TV series)

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Cherish the Day
Cherish The Day (TV series).jpg
GenreRomantic drama
Anthology
Created byAva DuVernay
Starring
Country of originUnited States
Original languageEnglish
No. of seasons1
No. of episodes8 (list of episodes)
Production
Executive producers
Running time40–43 min.
Production companies
Release
Original networkOWN
Original releaseFebruary 11, 2020 (2020-02-11) –
present (present)

Cherish the Day is an American romantic drama anthology television series created and produced by Ava DuVernay.[1] The series chronicles the relationship of one couple, with each episode spanning a single day marking a significant moment. The full season of 8 episodes crossed 5 years. The series stars Xosha Roquemore, Alano Miller and Cicely Tyson, and the title references the Sade song "Cherish the Day".

The series premiered on February 11, 2020 on Oprah Winfrey Network.[2][3] On October 26, 2020, the series was renewed for a second season.[4] It was announced in July 2021 that Joy Bryant and Henry Simmons would star in the second season.[5]

Co-star Cicely Tyson died on January 28, 2021 at the age of 96;[6] this was her final television role.

Cast[edit]

Main[edit]

Recurring[edit]

Episodes[edit]

No.TitleDirected byWritten byOriginal air date [10]U.S viewers
(millions)
1"Genesis"Tanya HamiltonAva DuVernayFebruary 11, 2020 (2020-02-11)0.75[11]
2"Synthesis"Tanya HamiltonWayne StampsFebruary 12, 2020 (2020-02-12)0.26[12]
3"Oasis"Deborah KampmeierChloé HungFebruary 18, 2020 (2020-02-18)0.77[13]
4"Basis"Deborah KampmeierTanya HamiltonFebruary 25, 2020 (2020-02-25)0.83[14]
5"Analysis"Blitz BazawuleSylvia L. JonesMarch 3, 2020 (2020-03-03)0.77[15]
6"Nemesis"Blitz BazawuleTeri SchafferMarch 10, 2020 (2020-03-10)0.68[16]
7"Synopsis"Aurora GuerreroSylvia L. JonesMarch 17, 2020 (2020-03-17)0.47[17]
8"Catharsis"Aurora GuerreroRaynelle SwillingMarch 24, 2020 (2020-03-24)0.44[18]

References[edit]

  1. ^ Petski, Denise (March 20, 2019). "Ava DuVernay Anthology Series 'Cherish The Day' Ordered By OWN". Deadline Hollywood.
  2. ^ Obenson, Tambay (December 19, 2019). "'Cherish the Day' First Look: OWN Teases Ava DuVernay's 'When They See Us' Follow-Up". IndieWire.
  3. ^ "Video: OWN Sets Premiere Date and Unveils Official Trailer for New Anthology Drama "Cherish the Day" from Award-Winning Creator Ava DuVernay". The Futon Critic. January 16, 2020.
  4. ^ Petski, Denise (October 26, 2020). "Ava DuVernay's 'Cherish The Day' Renewed For Season 2 By OWN". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved October 26, 2020.
  5. ^ Shanfeld, Ethan (July 7, 2021). "Joy Bryant and Henry Simmons to Star in 'Cherish the Day' Season 2 (TV News Roundup)". Variety. Retrieved July 7, 2021.
  6. ^ Dagan, Carmel (January 28, 2021). "Cicely Tyson, Pioneering Hollywood Icon, Dies at 96". Variety. Retrieved January 28, 2021.
  7. ^ a b Petski, Denise (July 25, 2019). "'Cherish The Day': Xosha Roquemore & Alano Miller To Star In Ava DuVernay's OWN Anthology Series". Deadline Hollywood.
  8. ^ Petski, Denise (August 13, 2019). "Cicely Tyson To Star In Ava DuVernay's 'Cherish The Day' Anthology Series On OWN". Deadline Hollywood.
  9. ^ a b c Ramos, Dino-Ray (December 3, 2019). "Ava DuVernay's OWN Drama 'Cherish The Day' Rounds Out Cast, Adds Directors Blitz Bazawule, Aurora Guerrero And Deborah Kampmeier". Deadline Hollywood.
  10. ^ "Cherish the Day – Listings". The Futon Critic. Retrieved January 19, 2020.
  11. ^ Metcalf, Mitch (February 12, 2020). "UPDATED: SHOWBUZZDAILY's Top 150 Tuesday Cable Originals & Network Finals: 2.11.2020". Showbuzz Daily. Archived from the original on February 12, 2020. Retrieved March 28, 2020.
  12. ^ Salem, Mitch (February 13, 2020). "UPDATED: SHOWBUZZDAILY's Top 150 Wednesday Cable Originals & Network Finals: 2.12.2020". Showbuzz Daily. Archived from the original on February 13, 2020. Retrieved March 28, 2020.
  13. ^ Metcalf, Mitch (February 20, 2020). "UPDATED: SHOWBUZZDAILY's Top 150 Tuesday Cable Originals & Network Finals: 2.18.2020". Showbuzz Daily. Archived from the original on February 20, 2020. Retrieved March 28, 2020.
  14. ^ Salem, Mitch (February 26, 2020). "SHOWBUZZDAILY's Top 150 Tuesday Cable Originals & Network Finals: 2.25.2020". Showbuzz Daily. Archived from the original on February 26, 2020. Retrieved March 28, 2020.
  15. ^ Metcalf, Mitch (March 4, 2020). "UPDATED: SHOWBUZZDAILY's Top 150 Tuesday Cable Originals & Network Finals: 3.3.2020". Showbuzz Daily. Archived from the original on March 7, 2020. Retrieved March 28, 2020.
  16. ^ Metcalf, Mitch (March 11, 2020). "UPDATED: SHOWBUZZDAILY's Top 150 Tuesday Cable Originals & Network Finals: 3.10.2020". Showbuzz Daily. Archived from the original on March 14, 2020. Retrieved March 28, 2020.
  17. ^ Salem, Mitch (March 18, 2020). "UPDATED: SHOWBUZZDAILY's Top 150 Tuesday Cable Originals & Network Finals: 3.17.2020". Showbuzz Daily. Archived from the original on March 18, 2020. Retrieved March 28, 2020.
  18. ^ Salem, Mitch (March 25, 2020). "UPDATED: SHOWBUZZDAILY's Top 150 Tuesday Cable Originals & Network Finals: 3.24.2020". Showbuzz Daily. Archived from the original on March 25, 2020. Retrieved March 28, 2020.

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