Flex & Shanice
Nineties pop sensation, Shanice Wilson, and her husband, One on One star Flex Alexander, were both first generation millionaires who lived the good life with their two adorable children, Imani and Elijah. But suddenly both of their careers came to a halt, and when the checks stopped coming in, they lost EVERYTHING. Now, as Flex and Shanice struggle tomake ends meet, they have to balance being parents and while trying to revive their careers, all while living in a crowded house with nine family members.
Joining Flex, Shanice and the kids are Shanice's "diva" of a mother, Crystal, devoted stepdad Mike, enthusiastic cousin Ruba, peace-loving uncle Spirit, and Flex's hilarious cousinEd. This house is jam-packed with equal parts people, laughs, chaos and love!
Shanice has been with the same manager since she was 11 years old, her "momager" Crystal. When Shanice learned that her mother's attitude was the cause of her career stallingout, she fired her. Now with the help of her cousin Ruba, Shanice wants to reinvigorate her career by recording new music and finding a new manager. But even though she hasthe talent, will she be able to hustle her way back into the spotlight?
Meanwhile, Flex's acting career has flatlined. And although he hasn't performed standup in 20 years, Flex realizes that getting back on the stage could be the best way to gethis career back on track. But will time and age have caused him to lose his edge?
With the help of the entire family, Flex and Shanice struggle to raise their kids, rebuild their careers and get hold of their finances, all while trying to find some alone time every now and again.
Main Cast
Flex Alexanderas Flex Alexander
Shaniceas Shanice
Episode Guide
Season 1
- Episode 1: Fake It Until You Make It
Aired: Nov 1, 2014Shanice books Flex a comedy gig and creates a fake manager for her career.
- Episode 2: Too Legit To Quit
Aired: Nov 8, 2014While Shanice juggles recording, managing and motherhood, Flex obliges in embarrassing his daughter Imani by showing off dance moves.
- Episode 3: On A Song And A Prayer
Aired: Nov 15, 2014Shanice learns new dance moves, and Flex must make a difficult choice.
- Episode 4: Facing The Music
Aired: Nov 22, 2014Everything comes to a halt for Shanice when she receives some news.
- Episode 5: Talk To The Horn
Aired: Nov 29, 2014Shanice lands a meeting with a producer, but a baby might stall her career.
- Episode 6: Gettin' In The Spirit
Aired: Dec 6, 2014Shanice leaves the ego at the door to peg a new manager; scouts from N.Y. have their eye on Flex; Imani makes a decision to run for student body president; Uncle Spirit attempts to get Elijah to connect with his culture.
- Episode 7: Welcome To The Jungle
Aired: Dec 13, 2014Flex ditches the camping trip he planned to perform with Charlie Murphy in New York; Shanice and the rest of their family fend for themselves.
- Episode 8: It's My Party...
Aired: Dec 20, 2014After Shanice records a duet with Alex Band and Flex books a comedy tour, the couple throws a party to celebrate; later, Flex receives a call that halts the festivities.
- Episode 9: Back to Square Onesie
Aired: Jul 11, 2015Flex's comedy tour falls through and he hurries to find a new source of income; Shanice wants to design onesies; Crystal storms out after a fight with Flex.
- Episode 10: Glozell & the Bad Houseguest
Aired: Jul 18, 2015Shanice's old friend visits and stirs up problems; Flex has an important meeting, but no one can watch the kids; Ruba shoots his Web series.
- Episode 11: Turn Down For What
Aired: Jul 25, 2015It is Imani's 13th birthday. Flex and Shanice make their way to Atlanta. Imani tricks Crystal into helping her deceive Flex.
- Episode 12: Serious As A Heart Attack
Aired: Aug 1, 2015Shanice and Flex head back to Atlanta to get the house back in order after Ruba's party; Crystal's in urgent care; Spirit tries to get through to Brooklyn.
- Episode 13: These Heels Were Made For Walking
Aired: Aug 8, 2015Shanice's producer wants her to try a new look; Flex's calendar shoot gets him into trouble; Imani has follow up questions after her sex education class.
- Episode 14: Adventures in Mommysitting
Aired: Aug 15, 2015Flex's mother shows up, disrupting his Comic-Con plans; Shanice has a chance to work with Ne-Yo; Imani gets a makeover.
- Episode 15: Back in the Fame Game
Aired: Aug 22, 2015Shanice has to rush from a successful studio session to the premiere party for her onesie line; Flex and Crystal argue; Elijah is left home alone.
- Episode 16: There's a New Sheriff in Town
Aired: Aug 29, 2015Mali offers Shanice a career opportunity that she can't pass up; Ruba finds out he has a brother; Flex's graphic novel party doesn't go as planned.
Season 2
- Episode 1: From 0 to 360
Aired: Jul 9, 2016Mali forces Shanice to make a difficult career decision; Flex tries to surprise Elijah with Harlem Globetrotter VIP tickets; Crystal resurrects her R&B group, Crystal Penny.
- Episode 2: Wiggin' Out
Aired: Jul 16, 2016While Shanice is in a recording studio in Atlanta, Flex strives to be the best ever Mr. Mom; Crystal and Brooklyn suspect Flex is fooling around behind Shanice's back and try to catch him in the act.
- Episode 3: Channeling Vegas
Aired: Jul 23, 2016Flex and Shanice book a gig headlining together in Vegas; Flex looks for inspiration for his new comedy routine.
- Episode 4: What Happens In Vegas…
Aired: Jul 30, 2016Shanice must decide if Shanice 2.0 will be performing or if she'll go old school; Flex has a new stand-up routine that Shanice worries will embarrass her; Ruba is out of control.
- Episode 5: Bullies & Breakdowns
Aired: Aug 6, 2016Flex goes on high alert when Elijah confesses to being bullied at school while Shanice feels torn between work and family; Crystal gets loud at an audition.
- Episode 6: Basketball, Boys & Bad Behavior
Aired: Aug 13, 2016Shanice's duet partner drops out and an unexpected replacement shows up; Flex helps Elijah channel his frustrations onto the basketball court; Ruba stumbles onto the road to hell.
- Episode 7: Moving Up & Moving On
Aired: Aug 20, 2016Shanice gears up to debut her new music to industry executives; Flex helps Elijah with a video project; Ruba has moved out; Crystal finds a new client.
- Episode 8: Hawaiian Honeymoon... For 8
Aired: Aug 27, 2016After waiting 16 years for a honeymoon, Flex and Shanice plan a romantic trip to Hawaii, but it quickly becomes a family affair; Imani and Elijah refuse to stay home; Mike and Crystal go missing in the jungle.