Tyler Perry's The Oval (2019)

Synopsis

A seemingly perfect interracial first family becomes the White House's newest residents. But behind closed doors they unleash a torrent of lies, cheating and corruption.

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Where to watch

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Cast

• Ed Quinn as Hunter Franklin
• Kron Moore as Victoria Franklin
• Javon Johnson as Richard Hallsen
• Ptosha Storey as Nancy Hallsen
• Daniel Croix as Jason Franklin
• Walter Fauntleroy as Sam Owen
• Taja V. Simpson as Priscilla Owen
• Brad Benedict as Kyle Flint
• Bill Barrett as Max Carter
• Travis Cure as Bobby

If you liked Tyler Perry's The Oval, try

• Silo
• The Good Wife
• The West Wing
• Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood
• Hill Street Blues
• The Resident
• Madam Secretary
• House of Cards

BingeNext's take

If you’re into intense family dramas with a political twist, Tyler Perry's The Oval is a gripping choice that pulls back the curtain on the White House’s newest residents, an interracial first family who seem perfect on the surface but are tangled in lies, cheating, and corruption. With seven seasons and over 150 episodes, it’s a long haul that really lets you get invested in the characters and their messy lives. The show balances the high stakes of political drama with the raw emotions of family struggles, making it feel both big and personal. If you like shows that mix power plays with personal drama, and enjoy series like The Good Wife or The West Wing, this one will keep you hooked. The cast, including Ed Quinn and Kron Moore, brings a lot of depth to the story, and each episode runs about 42 minutes, perfect for binge sessions that leave you wanting more.