Lifetime
Can You Feel the Beat: The Lisa Lisa Story
A Lifetime Original Movie (Part of “Voices Of A Lifetime Movie Slate)
Premieres 2025
2 Hours
Can You Feel the Beat: The Lisa Lisa Story tells the story of global phenomenon, Lisa Lisa who paved the way for artists like Selena and Jennifer Lopez to shine. As a 15-year-old Puerto Rican girl from Hell’s Kitchen, Lisa Velez endured sexism, racism and hid her breast cancer diagnosis to become the first Latina artist to hit multiple music Billboard charts including songs “Can You Feel The Beat,” “All Cried Out,” and “Lost in Emotion.” Lisa’s constant companion through her tumultuous ride to the top was her best friend and backup singer, Toni Ménage. Toni’s unwavering support helped Lisa learn how to take control of her professional and personal life. This true-life story of two best friends who refused to allow themselves to be destroyed by the entertainment business is filled with twists and turns and ends triumphantly as the two refused to give up on their dreams.
Lifetime
Mary J. Blige’s Family Affair (wt)
A Lifetime Original Movie
Premieres 2025
Inspired by Mary J. Blige’s best-selling hit Family Affair, Mary J. Blige’s Family Affair (wt) continues Kendra and Ben’s epic love story from Lifetime’s 2023 fan favorite’s movies Mary J. Blige’s Real Love and Mary J. Blige’s Strength of a Woman. The love story of Kendra (Ajiona Alexus) and Ben (Da’Vinchi) began when 18-year-old Kendra set off on her own for the first time at an HBCU where she found herself falling hard for Ben. After discovering the meaning of “real love” and then leaving Ben behind to pursue her dreams Kendra becomes a successful photographer. When Ben unexpectedly comes back into her life, she is forced to a crisis point and must dig deep to find her “strength” and accept Ben’s love.
Mary J. Blige’s Family Affair (wt) picks up as Kendra and Ben move out of the city in hopes of finally building a life together. With all their family around and inserted in their lives, tensions rise as they struggle with fertility issues and Kendra tries to find her footing with Ben’s son Miles. Their relationship reaches a boiling point when Ben secretly helps his brother, and Kendra returns to the city and an old friend comes back into her life. The family must come together to help Kendra and Ben save their relationship and stay true to their real love.
Lifetime
Robin Roberts Presents I Will Survive: The Gloria Gaynor Story
A Lifetime Original Movie (Part of “Voices Of A Lifetime Movie Slate)
Premieres 2025
2 hours
Robin Roberts Presents I Will Survive: The Gloria Gaynor Story chronicles Gaynor’s rise to fame, from her humble beginnings to becoming one of the most iconic voices in music history. Dubbed America’s “Queen of Disco,” the movie will feature many of the songs that catapulted Gaynor to the top of the charts, including her legendary hit “I Will Survive,” which became a cultural phenomenon and a powerful anthem of empowerment for millions worldwide. The biopic will also delve into the deeply personal challenges Gaynor faced, including overcoming her long and tumultuous marriage to a controlling husband.
The HISTORY Channel
Sitting Bull
Documentary Event
Coming Soon
The four-part documentary event, Sitting Bull, traces the incredible life of the legendary Hunkpapa Lakota chief. A fierce warrior, loving father, and holy man, the story of Sitting Bull provides a new perspective on the United States as the nation rapidly evolved around the legendary figure.