Harlem Heights is a BET reality television series. It documents the lives of eight trendy African-American 20-somethings as they navigated through relationships and their professional lives. The series aired Mondays on BET.[1] Along with fellow reality series College Hill and Baldwin Hills, Harlem Heights was discontinued as BET shifted to scripted programs.
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| Country of origin | United States |
| Original language | English |
| No. of episodes | 10 |
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| Running time | 20-21 minutes (excluding commercials) |
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| Network | BET |
| Release | March 2 – April 20, 2009 |
Cast
editMain
edit- Ashlie Gray, an actress
- Briana Bigham, Bridget's cousin. She has been a designer in the New York fashion industry for 8 years and has a line of handbags called "B. Marie".
- Bridget Bland, Briana's cousin, entertainment Writer and law Student, graduate of Spelman College. Member of Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority.
- Brooke Crittendon, MTV Producer and Kanye West's ex-girlfriend. Member of Delta Sigma Theta sorority.
- Christian Grant-Fields, lifestyle editor for Dime magazine
- Jason Allen, founder of a non-profit organization for kids
- Landon Dais, Morehouse College graduate and a member of Phi Beta Sigma fraternity. Landon is running for New York City Council (9th District Central Harlem / Morningside Heights).
- Pierre Downing, a college basketball player with a tough background
Recurring
edit- Ally, a common friend
Episodes
edit| No. | Title | Original air date | Prod. code |
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| 1 | "Harlem Heights" | March 2, 2009 | 101 |
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The gang votes in the 2008 presidential election. | |||
| 2 | "Carrying the Torch" | March 2, 2009 | 102 |
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The gang goes out to celebrate the election results. Meanwhile, Ashlie and Brooke catch up with friends while Christian and Pierre get into a bit of trouble. | |||
| 3 | "Handling Their Business" | March 9, 2009 | 103 |
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Christian and Ashlie go out on a date and Jason attempts to start his nonprofit organization. Briana tries to further her career and elsewhere, Pierre and Brooke have dinner together. | |||
| 4 | "Mind Games" | March 16, 2009 | 104 |
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Bridget goes to an African American theater fund raiser and afterwards asks a friend about her behavior. Pierre is still adjusting to life in the Heights and things are awkward between Ashlie and Christian when they go on a double date. | |||
| 5 | "Partied Out" | March 23, 2009 | 105 |
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Pierre pays his family a visit in his old neighborhood, and Briana is nervous about her upcoming preview showcase. Meanwhile, Ashlie tries to evaluate her feelings for Christian although he's out partying with Brooke. | |||
| 6 | "Choose a Side!" | March 30, 2009 | 106 |
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Controversy arises from a kiss between Brooke and Christian. Jason continues his work on starting his non-profit organization. Brooke finds herself having a pair of heated confrontations at an open-mike event. | |||
| 7 | "Complicating Matters" | April 7, 2009 | 107 |
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Brooke and Ashlie address their conflict; Christian deals with his feelings for Brooke; Pierre has a confrontation at a dinner party; and Ashlie prepares to set the record straight with Landon. | |||
| 8 | "Big Plans" | April 14, 2009 | 108 |
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Brooke is offended by a comment from Landon; Pierre and Bridget grow closer; Landon plans for the future; and Kelli C. interrupts a big moment between Christian and Brooke. | |||
| 9 | "Good Deeds" | April 20, 2009 | 109 |
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While awaiting a commitment from Brooke, Christian plays the field. Elsewhere, the girls come together for a PSA; Bridget's birthday party finds Christian getting in trouble; and Brianna finds herself stressed out by an upcoming fashion show. | |||
| 10 | "Politicking" | April 20, 2009 | 110 |
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The season 1 finale finds the launch of Briana's bag. Elsewhere, Jason continues promoting his non-profit organization; Ashlie heads to LA to meet up with an established acting coach; Landon seeks his father's approval; and Brooke makes a decision regarding Christian. | |||
References
edit- ^ Bellafante, Ginia (March 23, 2009). "On BET, Lifestyles of the Rich and Real". The New York Times. Retrieved May 20, 2022.