For the Love of Jason
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| For the Love of Jason | |
|---|---|
| Genre | Comedy Drama |
| Created by | Trell Woodberry |
| Directed by | Michael Vaughn Hernandez |
| Starring | Trell Woodberry B. J. Britt Kareem J. Grimes Laila Odom |
| Country of origin | United States |
| Original language(s) | English |
| No. of seasons | 2 |
| No. of episodes | 12 (list of episodes) |
| Production | |
| Executive producer(s) | Brett Dismuke Nikki Love Sade Oyinade Deshawn Plair Trell Woodberry |
| Cinematography | Brian Tang Ludovica Isidori |
| Editor(s) | Kally Khourshid Michael Vaughn Hernandez Mosley. Deanna Nowell |
| Running time | 25 to 30 minutes |
| Production company(s) | T. Wood Productions Flower Avenue Films |
| Release | |
| Original network | UMC ALLBLK |
| Original release | November 19, 2020 – July 7, 2022 |
| External links | |
| [{{#property:P856}} Website] | |
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For the Love of Jason is an American comedy drama television series created by Trell Woodberry and directed by Michael Vaughn Hernandez.[1][2] The series stars Woodberry as Jason Grant, a single man in his thirties who navigates dating, friendships, and work in Los Angeles, alongside an ensemble that includes B. J. Britt, Kareem J. Grimes, and Laila Odom.[1] It premiered on UMC on November 19, 2020,[3] and continued on ALLBLK following the service’s rebrand in January 2021.[4][5] The series ran for two seasons and concluded on July 7, 2022.[6] It is produced by T. Wood Productions in association with Flower Avenue Films.[7]
A feature by the Los Angeles Times recommended the show to streamers and praised its look and tone, noting the series’ city views and production values.[8]
Cast and characters
- Main
- Trell Woodberry as Jason Grant, a single professional in his thirties who reenters the dating scene while his friends settle down, and later confronts impending fatherhood with his former partner, Carmen.[1]
- B. J. Britt as Bryan Love, one of Jason’s closest friends who struggles with commitment, enters couples therapy with his partner Alicia, and faces consequences after crossing boundaries with Lacy.[1]
- Kareem J. Grimes as Erick Davidson, Jason’s fraternity brother and confidant who recently married Lisa and later clashes with Jason as adult pressures mount.[1]
- Laila Odom as Lacy Lattimere, an actress and friend of the group who rebuilds her career and becomes entangled in a complicated dynamic with Bryan.[1]
- Christol Lartey as Alicia, Bryan’s long time partner who wants to move forward toward marriage and encourages counseling when their relationship stalls.[1]
- Jessica Quintero as Lisa Davidson, Erick’s wife, who tries to keep the friend group connected while navigating newlywed life.[1]
- Jackée Harry as Patricia Grant, Jason’s mother, whose blunt advice and expectations add pressure for Jason to settle down.[1]
- Brély Evans as Alexandria "Alex" Grant, Jason’s sister, who often teams with their mother and pursues her own search for love.[1]
- Kalilah Harris as Carmen, Jason’s former partner who returns to his life and later reveals she is pregnant, which leads both to plan for co parenting.[9]
- Dolly Gray as Bella, Jason’s new love interest in season two, who pushes him to be honest about romance and responsibility.[10]
- Recurring
- Tabitha Brown as Dr. Shellie Newman, Jason’s therapist, who provides frank counsel as he navigates relationships.[1]
Episodes
Season 1 (2020)
| No. overall | No. in season | Title | Directed by | Written by | Original air date | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | "Pilot" | Michael Vaughn Hernandez | Trell Woodberry | November 19, 2020 | |
| Jason attends the wedding of his friend Erick and new sister in law Lisa, where family and friends ask when he will settle down. He insists he is happy as the last bachelor, yet the celebration stirs doubts about the path he chose after ending a long term relationship. At the reception he runs into his former partner, Carmen, whose sudden reappearance unsettles him. Back at work Jason eyes a new opportunity with a high profile client and tries to prove that single life and ambition can coexist. By the end of the night, Jason realizes that his friends are moving into a different phase of life.[6][11] | ||||||
| 2 | 2 | "This Is Some Bull…" | Michael Vaughn Hernandez | Trell Woodberry | November 25, 2020 | |
| Jason juggles a demanding new client with a string of awkward dates, including a speed dating event that turns into a minefield of mixed signals. Lacy pursues a crucial audition, only to confront unfinished business with her ex husband that threatens her focus. Erick and Lisa settle into married life while Bryan avoids hard conversations with Alicia about commitment.[12] | ||||||
| 3 | 3 | "The Single Guy" | Michael Vaughn Hernandez | Trell Woodberry | December 3, 2020 | |
| Erick’s father makes a surprise visit to meet Lisa, which turns game night into a family dinner where Jason is the only person without a plus one. Patricia urges Jason and his sister Alexandria to take love seriously. A couples game leaves Jason in the role of third wheel and the jokes about being the last single friend feel a little too pointed.[13] | ||||||
| 4 | 4 | "Something New" | Michael Vaughn Hernandez | Trell Woodberry | December 10, 2020 | |
| Jason struggles with office politics and a star client whose expectations keep shifting. Lacy introduces her new boyfriend Steven to the group, which exposes unresolved tension with Bryan. Alicia pushes Bryan to set a timeline for marriage while Jason watches his friends’ choices with a mix of envy and relief.[14] | ||||||
| 5 | 5 | "We’re Just Hanging Out" | Michael Vaughn Hernandez | Trell Woodberry | December 17, 2020 | |
| A promising date derails when Jason’s companion arrives with her young son. Bryan crashes at Jason’s place after another argument with Alicia. Carmen reenters Jason’s daily routine and friendly check ins start to look like something more.[15] | ||||||
| 6 | 6 | "New Beginnings" | Michael Vaughn Hernandez | Trell Woodberry | December 23, 2020 | |
| The group celebrates good news at a house party where old resentments surface. Carmen pulls Jason aside with life changing news, revealing that she is pregnant.[16][17] | ||||||
Season 2 (2022)
| No. overall | No. in season | Title | Directed by | Written by | Original air date | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 1 | "This Is About to Be a Mess…" | Michael Vaughn Hernandez | Trell Woodberry | June 2, 2022 | |
| The friend group reunites and what should be a welcome back quickly turns complicated. Jason shares the pregnancy news while opinions pour in from every direction. [9] | ||||||
| 8 | 2 | "The Shit Hits the Fan" | Michael Vaughn Hernandez | Trell Woodberry | June 9, 2022 | |
| Jason and Carmen attempt a co parenting plan that proves difficult in practice. Bryan and Alicia begin therapy and discover different ideas about partnership.[18] | ||||||
| 9 | 3 | "The Other F Word" | Michael Vaughn Hernandez | Trell Woodberry | June 16, 2022 | |
| Jason meets Bella and finds honesty easier with someone new until he explains the baby on the way. Bryan takes a step toward commitment and risks it with a reckless choice. [10] | ||||||
| 10 | 4 | "This Ni**a Chose Violence" | Michael Vaughn Hernandez | Trell Woodberry | June 23, 2022 | |
| Old frustrations between Jason and Erick erupt during a night that becomes a reckoning about loyalty and adulthood. A doctor visit for Jason and Carmen brings difficult news.[19] | ||||||
| 11 | 5 | "Sometimes It’s Just Bad Timing" | Michael Vaughn Hernandez | Trell Woodberry | June 30, 2022 | |
| Grief pulls Jason inward while friends struggle to reach him. Bryan crosses a line with Lacy and learns that quick comfort carries heavy consequences.[20] | ||||||
| 12 | 6 | "I Should’ve Stayed My Ass at Home" | Deshawn Plair | Trell Woodberry | July 7, 2022 | |
| Erick and Lisa host a housewarming that begins as a celebration and turns into a pressure cooker when long held secrets surface. Alliances shift in real time and Jason makes a choice about the partner and father he intends to be. [21][22][17] | ||||||
Production and development
UMC ordered the relationship dramedy in August 2020 with Trell Woodberry set as creator and lead, positioning the concept around a single male point of view on modern dating and targeting a November 2020 premiere.[23][2] In December 2020 AMC Networks announced that UMC would rebrand as ALLBLK in January 2021, after which the series continued on the platform.[4][5] A second season was announced in May 2021 by industry trades.[24][25] Direction across the run is led by Michael Vaughn Hernandez, with Deshawn Plair directing the season two finale.[1][21] Marketing for season one included an exclusive trailer premiere on November 12, 2020,[26] followed by the November 19, 2020 debut.[3] Season two promotion included cast interviews and showrunner profiles in entertainment outlets.[27][28]
Reception
Critical response
Trade and entertainment outlets described the series as a male point of view romantic dramedy set in Los Angeles, highlighting the ensemble chemistry and city centered look.[2][27] A Los Angeles Times feature recommended the show to ALLBLK viewers and praised its visuals and tone.[8]
References
- ↑ 1.00 1.01 1.02 1.03 1.04 1.05 1.06 1.07 1.08 1.09 1.10 1.11 "For the Love of Jason". ALLBLK. Retrieved August 14, 2025.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 White, Peter (August 24, 2020). "AMC Networks backed UMC orders male dating drama from newcomer Trell Woodberry". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved August 14, 2025.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 "For the Love of Jason". TV Tango. Retrieved August 14, 2025.
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 "AMC Networks and Robert L. Johnson to rebrand UMC streaming service as ALLBLK in January 2021". AMC Networks (Press release). December 8, 2020. Retrieved August 14, 2025.
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 Spangler, Todd (December 8, 2020). "AMC Networks' UMC Streaming Service to Be Rebranded Allblk". Variety. Retrieved August 14, 2025.
- ↑ 6.0 6.1 "For the Love of Jason". Apple TV. Retrieved August 14, 2025.
- ↑ "For the Love of Jason". AMC Content Sales. Retrieved August 14, 2025.
- ↑ 8.0 8.1 Epler, Natalie (December 1, 2021). "10 ALLBLK TV shows worth watching". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved August 14, 2025.
- ↑ 9.0 9.1 "This Is About to Be a Mess…". ALLBLK. Retrieved August 14, 2025.
- ↑ 10.0 10.1 "The Other F Word". ALLBLK. Retrieved August 14, 2025.
- ↑ "Pilot". ALLBLK. Retrieved August 14, 2025.
- ↑ "This Is Some Bull…". ALLBLK. Retrieved August 14, 2025.
- ↑ "The Single Guy". ALLBLK. Retrieved August 14, 2025.
- ↑ "Something New". ALLBLK. Retrieved August 14, 2025.
- ↑ "We're Just Hanging Out". ALLBLK. Retrieved August 14, 2025.
- ↑ "New Beginnings". ALLBLK. Retrieved August 14, 2025.
- ↑ 17.0 17.1 "Shows A–Z: For the Love of Jason — listings". The Futon Critic. Retrieved August 14, 2025.
- ↑ "The Shit Hits the Fan". ALLBLK. Retrieved August 14, 2025.
- ↑ "This Ni**a Chose Violence". Apple TV. June 23, 2022. Retrieved August 14, 2025.
- ↑ "Sometimes It's Just Bad Timing". ALLBLK. Retrieved August 14, 2025.
- ↑ 21.0 21.1 "I Should've Stayed My Ass at Home". ALLBLK. Retrieved August 14, 2025.
- ↑ "'For the Love of Jason' Season 2 trailer". UrbanBridgez. May 26, 2022. Retrieved August 14, 2025.
- ↑ Umstead, R. Thomas (August 25, 2020). "UMC develops 'For the Love of Jason' dramedy series". Next TV. Retrieved August 14, 2025.
- ↑ Umstead, R. Thomas (May 11, 2021). "ALLBLK Renews Three Scripted Series". Next TV. Retrieved August 14, 2025.
- ↑ "ALLBLK renews three dramas as streamer adds more original series". Yahoo Entertainment. May 10, 2021. Retrieved August 14, 2025.
- ↑ Bolden, Janeé (November 12, 2020). "New UMC show explores single life from a male perspective". Bossip. Retrieved August 14, 2025.
- ↑ 27.0 27.1 "'For the Love of Jason' cast members discuss their characters in season 2". Rolling Out. June 11, 2022. Retrieved August 14, 2025.
- ↑ "ALLBLK showrunners Deshawn Plair and Sade Oyinade are thriving in their roles". Rolling Out. July 2, 2022. Retrieved August 14, 2025.
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