OWN is going back to church — for just one more season. The cable channel has announced it’s ordered a fifth and final season of the Greenleaf series for the 2020-21 season. The final episodes kick off sometime in June.
The dramatic TV show revolves around the unscrupulous world of the Greenleaf family and their sprawling Memphis megachurch. Scandalous secrets and lies are as numerous as the faithful. The cast includes Keith David, Lynn Whitfield, Lamman Rucker, Kim Hawthorne, Lovie Simone, Merle Dandridge, Desiree Ross, Deborah Joy Winans, Tye White, Rick Fox, Beau Bridges, and Oprah Winfrey.
The fourth season of Greenleaf on OWN averaged a 0.22 rating in the 18-49 demographic and 1.07 million viewers. Compared to season three, that’s down by 19% and 18%, respectively.
Here’s the fifth season renewal announcement:
OWN Announces Final Season and First Look Season Five Trailer for Hit Megachurch Drama “Greenleaf”
OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network announced today that the next season of its hit drama series “Greenleaf,” from Lionsgate, award-winning writer/executive producer Craig Wright (“Lost,” “Six Feet Under”), and executive producers Clement Virgo (“The Book of Negroes”) and Oprah Winfrey will be its fifth and final. In season five, premiering in June 2020, the Greenleafs attempt to maintain a united front in the face of losing their church to Bob Whitmore and Harmony and Hope Ministries, but secrets past and present create what could be fatal fractures in the family’s fragile foundation.
Last season, “Greenleaf” was the #1 original scripted series on ad-supported cable for African-American women and A.A. total viewers, and was also the #4 original scripted series on ad-supported cable for all women 25 – 54, leading OWN to be Tuesday night’s #1 cable network among African-American women, A.A. households, and A.A. total viewers.
“Greenleaf” has garnered ten NAACP Image Award nominations, including wins for Outstanding Drama Series in 2020, and Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series in 2019 and 2020 (Lynn Whitfield). The “Greenleaf” Soundtrack Volume Two was named Outstanding Gospel/Christian Album (Traditional or Contemporary) by the NAACP Image Awards in 2018. The series has also been recognized by the Alliance for Women in Media’s Gracie Allen Awards and by the Black Reel Awards for Television.
About Greenleaf Season Five
The Greenleafs attempt to maintain a united front in the face of losing their church to Bob Whitmore and Harmony and Hope Ministries, but secrets past and present create what could be fatal fractures in the family’s fragile foundation. The Bishop continues working to mend his rift with Lady Mae while, day by day, Harmony and Hope’s grip on Calvary tightens. Greenleaf stars Merle Dandridge (“The Night Shift”) as Grace Greenleaf; Keith David (“Community”) as Bishop James Greenleaf; Lynn Whitfield (“The Josephine Baker Story”) as Lady Mae Greenleaf; Kim Hawthorne (“Rake”) as Kerissa Greenleaf; Lamman Rucker (“Meet the Browns”) as Jacob Greenleaf; and Deborah Joy Winans (“Whitney”) as Charity Greenleaf-Satterjee.
What do you think? Are you a fan of Greenleaf? Will you watch season five? Are you sorry that there won’t be a sixth year?
I hate to see Greenleaf end this year. Phenomenal show that depicted real life issues in mega churches as well as the storefront church. Was looking forward to more eyebrow raising drama…what would replace this show???
I wait for series each year since day one. I am really going to miss it. Great actors and actresses! Amazing
I am very sad and disappointed that Greenleaf has been canceled. It is one of my favorite shows and I could hardly wait for its return. I look forward to this final season and wish nothing but the best to this very gifted and talented cast. This show will truly be missed.
This show is one of my favorite shows of all time. For me it has been amazing to watch Lynn Whitfield. I havae always thought she was a briliant artist. Of course I will miss the entire cast. I really thought this show would come back on and last for years to come. I woul have liked to have seen how the young people navigate through their lives given the Spiritual guidiance from their Grandparents.
God Bless them
We all was ready for another season well I hope they make it where everyone will have an happy ending.
This is my favorite show all the rest of them I just watched them n the background but Greenleaf is my favorite ever week I watch Greenleaf I pay attention to this show I liked to see First Lady and Bishop Greenleaf.
I think one of the reasons these shows lose so many ratings is because they stay away too long and the uncertainty of them beings renewed for another season. I forget about them and get interested in other things.
I am very disappointed we need at least 10 seasons I love this show I have been waiting forever for 5 I pray they continue on it’s been really good for my soul
Sorry to see Greenleaf exit. Really don’t understand why the show is being cancelled. Some of the shows that they have on Netfix should be canceled but something that appears to be worth watching is no longer going to be seen. Greenleaf will be truly missed.
I love Greenleaf! Yes, I would tune in to season six. The characters are phenomenal and the story line is intriguing. I am looking forward to how the family secrets unfold.
Sorry to hear this. Perhaps using the words and story line referencing the IRS offended a few parties. Thought they had potential. The cast will find new opportunities I’m sure, as all are excellent actors and actresses.
We truly enjoy the show Greenleaf and we are very disappointed that there won’t be a sixth season. With all that happens in this show surely there are lots for more seasons. But we are looking forward to season five anyway. I think this show is more like reality than people want to admit. It’s GREAT.
Love love the series…..and think it should go beyond season 5
I am very disappointed! I loved this series and the characters captivated me. This series could have gone far longer than 5 seasons, there were many more stories to tell.
I am in love with this show. I am very, very sad that there will be no season 6. I wish OWN would reconsider. Great cast.