The Porter
The Porter follows the journeys of characters who hustle, dream, cross borders and pursue their ambitions in the fight for liberation - on and off the railways that cross North America. It is a story of empowerment that highlights the moment when railway workers from both Canada and the United States join together to give birth to the world’s first Black union.
- 2022-2022
- 1 season
- BET+
- Drama
- TV-MA
The Porter follows the journeys of characters who hustle, dream, cross borders and pursue their ambitions in the fight for liberation - on and off the railways that cross North America. It is a story of empowerment that highlights the moment when railway workers from both Canada and the United States join together to give birth to the world’s first Black union.
Season 1 Episode Guide
8 Episodes 2022
Episode 1
Episode #1.1
Thu, May 5, 2022 50 mins
Train porters and best friends Junior Massey and Zelenskiy Garret are galvanized to take different - and dangerous- actions after a tragedy occurs on the job.
Episode 2
Episode #1.2
45 mins
Junior finds himself in debt to notorious Chicago gangster Miss Queenie; Zeke takes a risk to advance his cause; Lucy's new relationship impacts her career; Marlene makes an unlikely friend.
Episode 3
Episode #1.3
50 mins
Junior starts a gambling sideline backed by Queenie; Zeke's pursuit of union integration costs the community; Lucy finds her Stardust dream at risk; Marlene campaigns for an essential medical clinic.
Episode 4
Episode #1.4
49 mins
Junior gets a chilling glimpse at Queenie's capacity for violence. Zeke and Marlene's road-trip reignites an old spark. Lucy's big debut as a featured performer makes her contemplate a different path.
Episode 5
Episode #1.5
Thu, May 5, 2022 46 mins
Queenie tries to keep Junior close. Fay offers Marlene some help for her clinic. Zeke's proximity to Edwards leads to a devastating truth. Lucy may have found her ticket to the big time.
Episode 6
Episode #1.6
45 mins
Junior takes a risky new angle on Queenie's numbers game. Marlene's split focus leads to a mother's worst nightmare. Zeke seizes an opportunity to show the power of unity. Lucy bets on herself.
Episode 7
Episode #1.7
48 mins
Dinger blackmails Junior. A brothel raid puts Marlene and her clinic in jeopardy. Zeke leverages an unlikely ally to put integration to a vote. Lucy's new shot at stardom could cost her everything.
Episode 8
Episode #1.8
52 mins
Junior tries to eliminate his greatest threats; Marlene's efforts to reconcile with Fay could be too late; Lucy faces the consequences of her betrayal; Zeke makes a final plea for union integration.