Noah's Arc
Noah's Arc follows the lives of four African-American men in Los Angeles. Noah, the protagonist of the series, is a struggling screenwriter who falls for Wade, a fellow screenwriter who is questioning his sexuality. Outspoken HIV counselor Alex has some self-confidence issues and is struggling to hold onto his sexy anesthesiologist boyfriend, Trey. Ricky is the promiscuous owner of a clothing store on Melrose Avenue. Economics professor Chance struggles to maintain his sanity after moving in with his boyfriend Eddie and Eddie's daughter, Kenya.
Main Cast
Darryl Stephensas Noah Nicholson
Rodney Chesteras Alex Kirby
Christian Vincentas Ricky Davis
Doug Spearmanas Chance Counter
Jensen Atwoodas Wade Robinson
Episode Guide
Season 1
- Episode 1: My One Temptation (1)
Aired: Oct 19, 2005Noah tries to figure out if his new friend Wade is gay, Chance takes a big step in his relationship, Ricky crosses the line at work, and Alex learns a secret about Trey.
- Episode 2: My One Temptation (2)
Aired: Oct 19, 2005Wade pressures Noah to step outside his comfort zone, Chance has second thoughts about his big move, and Alex gets a better understanding about Trey's interest in cyber sex.
- Episode 3: Don't Mess with My Man
Aired: Oct 26, 2005Wade grows jealous of Noah and Ricky's bond, Trey spices things up with Alex, Ricky's new employee doesn't reciprocate his flirtations, and Chance suspects Eddie of cheating.
- Episode 4: Don't Make Me Over
Aired: Nov 2, 2005Noah feels uncomfortable when he meets Wade's friends, Alex signs up for an amateur drag competition, Ricky gives dating a try, and Chance struggles with his breakup.
- Episode 5: Nothin' Going on But the Rent
Aired: Nov 9, 2005Wade encourages Noah during his time of need, Chance experiments with a different look, Alex works toward a new career endeavor, and Ricky disappoints Chance.
- Episode 6: Writing to Reach You
Aired: Nov 16, 2005When Wade's career takes a downward spiral, Noah suggests they collaborate on a project, to disastrously tense results.
- Episode 7: Love Is a Battlefield
Aired: Nov 23, 2005Ricky faces a personal crisis, Alex and Trey work on their relationship, Noah and Wade join forces on a pitch for the studio, and Chance contemplates Eddie's proposal.
- Episode 8: I'm with Stupid
Aired: Nov 30, 2005Wade temporarily moves in with Noah, Chance hopes to get married in his childhood church, Ricky fears getting too close to Junito, and Alex and Trey's relationship remains rocky.
- Episode 9: Got Til It's Gone
Aired: Dec 7, 2005Noah's relationship with Wade is tested, Ricky tries to move on from Junito Alex discovers a secret, and Chance and Eddie's commitment ceremony is full of surprises.
Season 2
- Episode 1: Housequake
Aired: Aug 9, 2006Noah questions his relationship, Alex plans a welcome home party for Trey, Chance has problems getting a good night's sleep, and Ricky searches for a handyman.
- Episode 2: It Ain't Over Til It's Over
Aired: Aug 16, 2006Noah is unable to ignore his feelings for Wade, Alex and Trey's love life heats up, Ricky follows his own advice, and Chance faces an emergency.
- Episode 3: Desperado
Aired: Aug 23, 2006Noah faces a challenge to his movie script, Chance and Eddie host a dinner for Eddie's bosses, Ricky second guesses his commitment to Junito, and Alex worries about Trey and Guy's friendship.
- Episode 4: Excuses for Bad Behavior
Aired: Aug 30, 2006Chance struggles with disciplining Kenya, Noah gets to know a British hip-hop star, Ricky and Junito reach a new phase in their relationship, and Alex's battle with Guy intensifies.
- Episode 5: Give It Up
Aired: Sep 6, 2006Alex's suspicions about Guy complicates his relationship with Trey, Chance and Eddie help an acquaintance in need, and Baby Gat tries to woo Noah.
- Episode 6: Under Pressure
Aired: Sep 13, 2006Quincy jeopardizes Noah's career, Eddie receives distressing news, Ricky sees a different side of Guy, Alex gets some help from his friends, and Noah experiences a dangerous situation.
- Episode 7: Baby, Can I Hold You?
Aired: Sep 27, 2006Noah's friends rally around him as he recovers, Alex learns self-defense, Chance offers advice to Eddie's boss, and Ricky realizes the importance of friendship.
- Episode 8: Say It Loud...
Aired: Oct 4, 2006Ricky urges Junito to try an open relationship, Chance and Eddie remember their first date, Alex and Trey make a big decision, and Noah and Wade's secret is revealed.