The Breaks
'The Breaks' series picks up where the VH1 original movie leaves off. It is 1990 in New York City at the height of rap's "Golden Age" of creativity, but corporate America has been hesitant to embrace the genre. Nikki lands a dream job as the assistant to the legendary and out-of-control Barry Fouray. Her best friend and producer DeeVee is working with rapper Ahm. who is currently under investigation by the police for murder. How far will these driven young people go to rise to the top of the hip-hop world?
- 2017-2017
- 1 season
- Drama, Music
- TV-14
'The Breaks' series picks up where the VH1 original movie leaves off. It is 1990 in New York City at the height of rap's "Golden Age" of creativity, but corporate America has been hesitant to embrace the genre. Nikki lands a dream job as the assistant to the legendary and out-of-control Barry Fouray. Her best friend and producer DeeVee is working with rapper Ahm. who is currently under investigation by the police for murder. How far will these driven young people go to rise to the top of the hip-hop world?
Season 1 Episode Guide
8 Episodes 2017
Episode 1
Hard to Handle
Mon, Feb 20, 2017 41 mins
Nikki begins her first day as Barry Fouray's new assistant by planning a listening party for Special Ed; Ahm wants his tape back from DeeVee.
Episode 2
It's Just Begun
Mon, Feb 27, 2017 41 mins
Nikki needs to get D Rome on stage with Keith Sweat; Barry Fouray wants face time Mattie Taylor, Ahm and DeeVee get back into business.
Episode 3
Blind Alley
Mon, Mar 6, 2017 40 mins
Nikki attempts to sign rapper Imani X to Barry's new label, but her mother stands in the way; DeeVee takes part in a DJ battle; Ahm and his crew retaliate.
Episode 4
Substitution
Mon, Mar 13, 2017 42 mins
Nikki heads down to Philadelphia to save an unstable rapper's tour. Damita interviews Barry Fouray for the Village Voice. Ahm deals with a personal crisis and a tragic event will have repercussions for all our characters.
Episode 5
Amen, Brother
Mon, Mar 20, 2017 41 mins
A shocking tragedy leaves everyone at Fouray Management in panic mode. Barry enlists the help of lawyer Paul Anders.
Episode 6
Runaway
Mon, Mar 27, 2017 40 mins
Fouray goes on a partying binge. Nikki spends time with her mother. Ahm and DeeVee reunite to create a track. DeeVee seeks revenge for an act against Damita.
Episode 7
Under Pressure
Mon, Apr 3, 2017 40 mins
Nikki returns to New York with a new plan involving Mattie Taylor and Imani X. Barry moves forward to expand his company. Damita interviews 2 Live Crew. Pressure mounts for Ahm, while DeeVee is pursued by his crew.
Episode 8
N.T.
Mon, Apr 10, 2017 42 mins
Barry Fouray and Mattie Taylor race to sign Ahm. Nikki and DeeVee make difficult choices that will affect their lives forever.