‘What To Watch’ On BET, BET+, BET Her Feb. 20-26: NAACP Image Awards, “Loudmouth”, “Crown”

New York, NY –  BET continues its Black History Month celebration with specials and fresh episodes of hit franchises that spotlight Black Excellence. This Saturday, February 25 starting at 4:30 pm ET/PT, BET will air the critically-acclaimed documentary “LOUDMOUTH” exploring the legacy of social justice leader Reverend Al Sharpton followed by the LIVE premiere of the  “54th NAACP Image Awards” at 8 pm ET/PT. 

For additional BET, BET+, and BET Digital’s must-see programming for the week of Monday, February 20 – Sunday, February 26 see below:

 

PROGRAMMING SPOTLIGHT:

 

The “54th NAACP Image Awards” Premieres Live Saturday, February 25 At 8:00 pm ET/PT On BET

The “NAACP Image Awards” is recognized as the nation’s preeminent multicultural awards show from an African American point of view. The event celebrates the outstanding achievements and performances of people of color in the arts, as well as those individuals or groups who promote social justice through their creative endeavors. Actress, producer, and best-selling author Gabrielle Union-Wade and three-time NBA Champion, entrepreneur, and producer, Dwyane Wade will receive the prestigious President’s Award. U.S. Congressman Bennie G. Thompson (D-Miss.) will be honored with the prestigious Chairman’s Award and civil rights attorney Benjamin Crump will receive the Social Justice Impact Award.

 

 “Loudmouth” Premieres Saturday, February 25 At 4:30 pm ET/PT On BET, BET HER, VH1, And Streaming On BET+

“Loudmouth” airs Saturday, February 25 at 4:30 PM ET/PT – BET will air the premiere of the critically-acclaimed documentary, “Loudmouth,” exploring the legacy of social justice leader Reverend Al Sharpton. Hailed as “riveting and essential” by Variety and “incisive and striking” by Ben Travers of Indiewire, the stirring documentary presents never-before-seen footage of Rev. Sharpton on the frontlines, in the media, and in the corridors of power. This documentary paints an intimate and revealing portrait of a tireless warrior who has never ducked a fight in his mission to transform the status quo. Rev. Sharpton has spent a lifetime serving as a voice for the voiceless in the face of America’s deafening complacency in the fight against racial injustice, amplifying the ugly truths about the ongoing impact of structural racism on our nation. “Loudmouth” puts an unprecedented spotlight on the veteran activist, chronicling his work for social change from the streets of 1980s Brooklyn to 2020s Minneapolis. “Loudmouth” will premiere Saturday, February 25 at 4:30 pm ET/PT on BET, BET Her, and VH1, and will stream on BET+ followed by the “54th NAACP Image Awards.” The film will also head to SHOWTIME® at a later date. 

 

New CBS Sports Documentary “Crown” To Encore On BET Sunday, February 26 At 7 pm ET/PT 

“CROWN” airs Sunday, February 26 at 7 pm ET/PT on BET – In celebration of Black History Month BET will encore CBS Sports’ original documentary “CROWN.” The film will explore this country’s complicated relationship with Black hair through a sports lens. CROWN features iconic athletes – past and present – whose hairstyles changed the game and helped different generations of Black Americans live authentically by embracing their hair. Featured interviews include NBA Hall-of-Famer Julius “Dr. J” Erving, three-time Olympic Gold Medalist Jackie Joyner-Kersee, Seven-Time WNBA All-Star and WNBA Champion Nneka Ogwumike, Three-Time NBA Champion A.C. Green, NFL Hall-of-Famer Edgerrin James and Three-Time NFL All-Pro and Super Bowl Champion Tyrann Mathieu. The film features Andrew Johnson, a former high school wrestler who was forced to cut his locs prior to taking the mat in a 2018 video that went viral. Johnson shares the story, in his own words, of the incident that helped sparked a movement leading to the CROWN Act, a bill that prohibits racial discrimination based on hair style or texture in the workplace and schools. CBS Sports NFL Today analyst and Emmy Award-Winner Nate Burleson voices the film. Click Here for the Trailer 

 

ON BET:

 

“Tyler Perry’s Sistas” Airs Wednesdays At 9 pm ET/ PT On BET And BET HER

Episode #519 “Truth Hurts” airs Wednesday, February 22 at 9 PM ET/PT – Sabrina makes a surprising discovery while at Danni’s apartment. Fatima puts Zac in his place as they continue to argue over harsh words.

 

BET+ Original Series “Kingdom Business” Airs Wednesdays At 10 pm ET/ PT On BET And BET HER

Episode #108 “Dear God” premieres Wednesday, February 22 at 10 pm ET/PT  – Confused by the kiss and her feelings for Taj, Rbel spirals out of control before taking a step closer to her faith. Caught between Essence and Rbel, Taj, struggles with his conflicting emotions, with tragic consequences. Fearing that the Kingdom might crumble, Denita puts Calvin on notice, and he shockingly attempts to make it right before the entire congregation. Meanwhile, Caesar makes a discovery that just might make the Kingdom crumble after all.