Friends and Lovers

Based on the best-selling novel by author Eric Jerome Dickey, this funny and insightful drama follows four African-Americans, detailing the relationship trials and tribulations they face. Stand-up comedian Leonard romances beautiful Debra -- but will her religious convictions cause their relationship to stall? Meanwhile, Debra's friend Shelby starts dating Leonard's buddy Tyrel.

Monica Calhoun

Debra

Miguel A. Núñez Jr.

Leonard

Mel Jackson

Richard

Arnez J.

Leon

Tyrel

Stacy Francis

Shelby

Lavell Crawford

Bobby

Maia Campbell

Lisa

• Je'Caryous JohnsonDirector · Writer
• Eric DickeyWriter
• Gary GuidryWriter

Release date

March 1, 2005

Status

Released

Original language

English

Runtime

2h 15m

Genres

Drama, Comedy, Romance