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Sherman's Showcase

Sherman's Showcase

Peak Blackness.

2019Returning Series2 Seasons15 Episodes10.0TMDB
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Travel through time via music and comedy drawn from the forty-year library of the legendary, but fictional, musical variety show called “Sherman's Showcase.”

Created by: Bashir Salahuddin, Diallo Riddle

Season 1 Episodes

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Episode 1: Meet Sherman

Jul 31, 2019 · 22m

Meet Sherman introduces Sherman McDaniels, host of Sherman's Showcase. John Legend walks us through a history of The Showcase - from Sherman's parentage, to the origin of the show, with highlights throughout the show's run from 1972-present day.

Episode 2: The Showcase Dancers

Jul 31, 2019 · 22m

Host, Nigel Lythgoe introduces the dancers of Sherman's Showcase and shares significant moments in the series, including marriages between dancers, dancer-based controversies, and the show's only robotic dancer, the Funk-A-Tron 2000.

Episode 3: Behind the Charade

Aug 7, 2019 · 22m

Host Morris Day, documents the rise, fall and rise of iconic pop star, Charade, from his discovery on Sherman's Showcase through his historic 2007 comeback.

Episode 4: Enemies

Aug 14, 2019 · 22m

Sherman reflects on his many haters over the decades as we dig into the rivalries and feuds of The Showcase. Turns out, genuine friendship is a rare commodity in showbiz, especially if you're talking about frenemies John Legend and Common.

Episode 5: The Ladies of The Showcase

Aug 21, 2019 · 22m

Host Mary J. Blige introduces just some of the female artists who used Sherman's Showcase as a launchpad for their careers. Performances include an unusual rap battle, a black girl magic act, and a performance by Mary herself.

Episode 6: July 8, 1995

Aug 28, 2019 · 22m

A very '90s episode of "Sherman's Showcase from July 8, 1995. Sherman's producer called it "the single best episode in the history of the show." Performers include Big Freddy Payne, a go-go band and a trailer for a movie about Montell Jordan.

Episode 7: White Music

Sep 4, 2019 · 22m

An aging punk singer explores the many different white artists who have performed on "Sherman's Showcase." Sherman used his show as a platform to try and bridge the racial gap. Sometimes it worked. Sometimes it was awkward.

Episode 8: Ray J's Showcase

Sep 11, 2019 · 22m

In the season finale, Sherman is shocked to find himself in a world turned upside down, where Ray J is the host of his Showcase. Sherman races to uncover what triggered this alternate universe and finds himself face-to-face with an unexpected foe.

Season 1 FAQ

Quick answers about this season's release timeline and episode lineup.

When did Sherman's Showcase Season 1 premiere?

Sherman's Showcase Season 1 premiered on July 31, 2019.

How many episodes are in Sherman's Showcase Season 1?

Sherman's Showcase Season 1 has 8 episodes.

What is the first episode of Sherman's Showcase Season 1?

The season opens with Season 1 Episode 1, "Meet Sherman". It aired on July 31, 2019.

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