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Cherish the Day

Cherish the Day

Cherish the Day is an anthology series chronicles the stirring romance of one couple each season, with each episode spanning a single day. The season-long narrative will unfold to reveal significant moments in a relationship that compel us to hold true to the ones we love, from the extraordinary to the everyday. 

Genres: Drama, Romance

Premiered: 2020-02-11

Runtime: 60 mins

Status: To Be Determined

Rating: 5.5/10

Network: Oprah Winfrey Network

Main Cast

Xosha RoquemoreXosha Roquemore
as Gently James
Alano MillerAlano Miller
as Evan Fisher
Cicely TysonCicely Tyson
as Miss Luma Lee Langston
Henry SimmonsHenry Simmons
as Ellis Moran
Joy BryantJoy Bryant
as Sunday St. James
Terri J. VaughnTerri J. Vaughn
as Anastasia
Richard RoundtreeRichard Roundtree
as Mandeville 'MV' St. James
Michael BeachMichael Beach
as Ben

Episode Guide

Season 1

  • Episode 1: Genesis
    Aired: Feb 11, 2020

    A chance meeting at the library between Gently James, a well-traveled caregiver from the West Adams district, and Evan Fisher, a software engineer, progresses into an odyssey through South LA.

  • Episode 2: Synthesis
    Aired: Feb 12, 2020

    A year after their first date, fate brings Evan and Gently back together when they run into each other at an art gallery and romantic feelings are rekindled; the chance meeting turns into a wild date night that results in a trip to the hospital.

  • Episode 3: Oasis
    Aired: Feb 18, 2020

    After three months of dating, Evan invites Gently to his parents' 40th anniversary party; what starts out as a lovely evening quickly goes awry when Evan's father has too much to drink and his mother can't hide her contempt for Gently.

  • Episode 4: Basis
    Aired: Feb 25, 2020

    On the hottest day of the year, Evan whisks Gently away to Malibu for a romantic weekend; when the trip hits the rocks, the couple is forced to question their future.

  • Episode 5: Analysis
    Aired: Mar 3, 2020

    Evan takes the day away from his tech company to help Gently make as many wedding decisions as possible, but they realize they have very different expectations for their big day.

  • Episode 6: Nemesis
    Aired: Mar 10, 2020

    Evan's intense work schedule pushes Gently to the edge as he becomes more and more demanding. Things come to a head when Evan asks Gently to put her work on the back burner in order to host an impromptu work dinner for him.

  • Episode 7: Synopsis
    Aired: Mar 17, 2020

    At Evan's urging, he and Gently spend the day shopping for a counselor to help them address their issues, but it soon becomes apparent their problems are deeper than either of them imagined.

  • Episode 8: Catharsis
    Aired: Mar 24, 2020

    Gently hosts a big birthday party for Miss Luma with special guests including her beloved friend, Quincy Jones, but the party really gets started when an unexpected guest shows up.

Season 2

  • Episode 1: Rain Has Drops
    Aired: Oct 4, 2022

    Chef Sunday St. James travels home from Atlanta to New Orleans to visit her aging father and reunites with her first love -- Ellis. They reminisce about their past and confide in one another about their lives.

  • Episode 2: Sun Has Shine
    Aired: Oct 11, 2022

    Ellis and Sunday take a long drive to visit Sunday's grandmother during which they share their dreams with one another and reflect on the past. After a beautiful day together, things go awry when Sunday makes a move on Ellis.

  • Episode 3: Moon Has Beams
    Aired: Oct 18, 2022

    A camera crew films Sunday to promote her restaurant, Vegan Food Collective. Ellis unexpectedly arrives at the restaurant during filming and asks Sunday for a second chance. After an intense conversation about their intentions, they make passionate love.

  • Episode 4: That Make You Mine
    Aired: Oct 25, 2022

    Ellis nearly misses an event honoring Sunday so that he can help his ex-wife and child with some car trouble. Ellis and Sunday later have a heart-to-heart, but their reconciliation is interrupted by Anastasia's unexpected arrival.

  • Episode 5: Rivers Have Banks
    Aired: Nov 1, 2022

    Ellis apologizes to Sunday for the unexpected encounter with his ex-wife last night, and he invites her over to family dinner to meet his daughters. Sunday is met with defeat and disappointment when she struggles to win over Everly.

  • Episode 6: Sands for Shores
    Aired: Nov 8, 2022

    After experiencing an overwhelming day, Sunday looks forward to a surprise Ellis has planned, but new doubts about their relationship surface when Danny surprises Anastasia with a marriage proposal.

  • Episode 7: Hearts Have Heartbeats
    Aired: Nov 15, 2022

    Sunday hosts a premiere party at the Vegetarian Food Collective, but the celebration takes a turn when Hosea stops by with a big surprise and gets competitive with Ellis.

  • Episode 8: That Make Me Yours
    Aired: Nov 22, 2022

    When Sunday catches Anastasia kissing Ellis on her wedding day, it seems to be the end of her relationship with Ellis. However, Ellis is not ready to give up without a fight, but could it be too late?