Run the World

Run the World

Ambition thrives in Harlem.

Created by Leigh Davenport

On STARZ

2021–20232 seasons16 episodes28 min6.7 / 10

A vibrant, ensemble-driven comedy-drama about female friendship and ambition in Harlem, built on warmth, humor, and the bonds between a tight-knit group.

The story of a group of Black women who work, live, and play in Harlem as they strive for world domination. They're not only surviving – but thriving together.

Questions people ask

  • Does Run the World leave you hopeful? Yes, very. More hopeful than 92% of series.

  • Is Run the World easy watching? Yes. More comforting than 79% of series.

  • Is Run the World scary? Barely. Less frightening than 76% of series.

  • Is Run the World sad? Barely. Less sad than 75% of series.

  • Is Run the World violent? Barely. Less violent than 75% of series.

These describe how the series comes across across its whole run, compared with other well-known series. They are not a content list — nothing here was counted or checked episode by episode, so for age-suitability or specific content use a classification board or a dedicated content-warning service.

32/ 100

Cinnamon Score

How much this series gives you that nothing else will, and whether it delivers.

You have seen this shape before.

Rarity19

How unlike any other series this one feels

Surprise34

How much more it delivers than it promises

Love45

How much audiences actually like it

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Ensemble

Like Run the World

Nearest across the full emotional profile.

Same Mood as Run the World

Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.

Like Run the World, But Darker

Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.

Like Run the World, But Lighter

Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.

Like Run the World, But Less Popular

Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.

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