During its presentation at the Television Critics Association's winter press tour, BET announced the premiere date for its new original drama series In Contempt starring Erica Ash.
The 10-episode first season will premiere on Tuesday, April 10 at 10/9c.
The drama is set in the fast-paced world of a legal aid office in New York City. It follows Gwen Sullivan, an opinionated attorney whose passion for her job and clients makes her arguably the most talented public defender in her district.
In addition to Ash, the drama stars Megan Hutchings, Christian Keyes, Mouna Traoré, Tobias Truvillion, Richard Lawson, Ronnie Rowe Jr. and Daniel Kash.
Terri Kopp created the drama and will serve as showrunner for the first season. She executive produces with Lance Samuels and Daniel Iron. Blue Ice Pictures produces for BET.
