Rebel (2017 TV series)

Rebel
GenrePolice drama
Neo-blaxploitation
Created byAmani Walker
Starring
Country of originUnited States
Original languageEnglish
No. of seasons1
No. of episodes9 (list of episodes)
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Production
Executive producersJohn Singleton
Dallas Jackson
Randy Huggins
Michael McGahey
Robyn Snyder
Fernando Szew
Kate Lanier
Running time42 minutes
Production companiesNew Deal Productions
8 Mile Scomi Productions
MarVista Entertainment
Silver Screen Pictures Entertainment
BET Networks
Original release
NetworkBET
ReleaseMarch 28 (2017-03-28) –
May 23, 2017 (2017-05-23)
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Rebel is an American police drama television series created by Amani Walker, starring Danielle Moné Truitt. The series premiered on BET on March 28, 2017.[1] The series follows Oakland police officer Rebecca "Rebel" Knight, who after her brother was killed by police, began working as private investigator.[2] In November 2017, BET cancelled the series after one season.

Rebel was picked up to series with eight episode order and a two-hour pilot on April 20, 2016, by BET.[1][3][4] John Singleton is executive producer, writer and director.[5]

On June 9, 2016, stage actress Danielle Moné Truitt was cast as lead character, while Giancarlo Esposito, Mykelti Williamson, Method Man, and Brandon Quinn also were cast as series regulars.[6] On November 28, 2017, the series was cancelled after one season.

  1. ^ a b Michael O'Connell (20 April 2016). "BET Pushes Further Into Scripted With Anika Noni Rose Drama, 'New Edition' Mini and More". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved April 23, 2016.
  2. ^ "BET Networks is Harnessing the Power of More to Deliver More Premium Original Programming and Unforgettable Moments across More Platforms in 2016-2017 Fiscal Year" (Press release). Business Wire. April 20, 2016. Retrieved April 26, 2016.
  3. ^ Linda Ge (20 April 2016). "BET Orders John Singleton Drama 'Rebel,' Gary Owen Reality Show". TheWrap. Retrieved April 26, 2016.
  4. ^ Cynthia Littleton (20 April 2016). "BET Orders John Singleton Telepic, Dramedy 'Benched,' Music Drama 'Tales' in Scripted Push". Variety. Retrieved April 26, 2016.
  5. ^ Tambay A. Obenson. "BET/Centric Unveils Upcoming Programming Slate: New Drama - Shadow and Act". Shadow and Act. Retrieved April 26, 2016.
  6. ^ Andreeva, Nellie; Pedersen, Erik (June 9, 2016). "'Rebel' Cast Set: John Singleton's BET Pilot Stars Danielle Moné Truitt & Giancarlo Esposito". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved June 9, 2016.

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