Paramount+ Renews Four Former BET+ Series

Paramount+ has officially renewed four original series that were previously exclusive to BET+, two months after the BET+ streaming service was integrated into Paramount+. This decision indicates a continued commitment to the content library acquired from BET+ and suggests that these series have demonstrated sufficient viewership or strategic value to warrant further production on the Paramount+ platform. The renewed series include Tyler Perry's "Divorced Sistas," which has been picked up for a third season, and "Zatima," which will return for its sixth season. Additionally, "Carl Weber's The Black Hamptons" has been renewed for a third season, and "The Ms. Pat Show" will also see a new season, though its specific season number was not immediately detailed in the announcement. These renewals underscore Paramount Global's strategy to leverage the BET+ content catalog as part of its broader streaming offerings, aiming to attract and retain a diverse audience.

The integration of BET+ into Paramount+ occurred in late March, a move that consolidated content from the niche Black-focused streamer into the larger, more general entertainment platform. This consolidation aimed to streamline operations and provide subscribers with a more comprehensive selection of programming under a single subscription. The success of these former BET+ originals on Paramount+ will likely influence future content acquisition and renewal decisions for the company. While specific viewership data for these series on Paramount+ has not been released, the renewals suggest they are performing well enough to justify continued investment. The continued production of these series also provides ongoing work for the creative teams involved and maintains a consistent flow of new content for fans of these particular shows.

"Divorced Sistas," created by Tyler Perry, is a comedy-drama that follows the lives of four divorced women navigating new relationships and friendships. "Zatima," also a Tyler Perry production, is a drama series that delves into the complexities of relationships and the consequences of choices. "Carl Weber's The Black Hamptons" is a drama series based on Weber's novel, exploring the lives of the wealthy residents of a fictional Long Island community. "The Ms. Pat Show," a comedy series, is inspired by the life of comedian Ms. Pat. The renewal of these four series highlights the appeal of their respective genres and the established fan bases they command. Paramount+ continues to expand its original programming slate across various genres, and the success of these former BET+ shows contributes to that effort by bringing proven performers to its platform.