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Let's Stay Together

30min

Comedy

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.

Production Companies

Breakdown Productions

Flavor Unit Entertainment

Episodes

Cast

Season 1

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

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

30min

11th Jan 2011

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.

On to the Next One

2. On to the Next One

30min

18th Jan 2011

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.

The Fourth Wheel

3. The Fourth Wheel

30min

25th Jan 2011

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

Marriage 101

4. Marriage 101

30min

1st Feb 2011

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

The Handyman Can't

5. The Handyman Can't

30min

8th Feb 2011

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

Dirty Scraps of Leather

6. Dirty Scraps of Leather

30min

15th Feb 2011

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.

The Wedding Planner

7. The Wedding Planner

30min

22nd Feb 2011

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

Your Arm's Too Short to Box With Grandparents

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

30min

1st Mar 2011

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

There Goes the Groom

9. There Goes the Groom

30min

8th Mar 2011

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.

Rules of Disengagement

10. Rules of Disengagement

30min

15th Mar 2011

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.

Daddy's Home

11. Daddy's Home

30min

22nd Mar 2011

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.

Back Together Again

12. Back Together Again

30min

29th Mar 2011

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

Season 1, Episode 13

13. Season 1, Episode 13

30min

5th Apr 2011

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.

First air date

11th Jan 2011

Last air date

21st May 2013

Status

Canceled

Type

Scripted

Original language

en

Networks