Moesha_
The everyday life of Moesha Mitchell, a vivacious young woman juggling romance, school, ever-changing family dynamics, and friendships.
Created By
Sara V. Finney, Ralph Farquhar
Network
UPN
Episodes
127
Updated Feb 16, 2026
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Overview
Moesha has 6 seasons with 127 episodes spanning 1996-2001.
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Year context
Moesha first aired 30 years ago in 1996.
CAST (6)
SEASONS (6 seasons, 127 episodes)
SEASON 1
01
Pilot
Moesha sneaks out for a night with Ohagi, despite her father's ban on dating.
02
Friends
Kim wants Moesha to try out for the cheerleading squad with her, but when Moesha doesn't make the cut, there's friction between them.
03
Sixteen
Moesha turns 16, which means her father's ban on dating is over, and Ohagi siezes the opportunity despite warnings that she's "high maintenance."
04
Hakeem Owes Moesha Big
Moesha offers Hakeem a little encouragement--and her dad's Armani suit--for his job interview.
05
Million Boy March
Moesha and Kim join an all-male group; Frank disagrees with Dee over teaching Myles household skills.
06
Driving Miss Moesha
Frank gets Moesha what every 16-year-old wants for her birthday--a new car--except it's not the ride of her dreams.
07
Chain, Chain, Chain
Moesha proves to be a weak link in a chain letter and the resulting fallout at home and at the Den requires a spiritual healer.
08
Job
Mo and Kim get jobs at the mall, but Frank and Dee balk at the hours Moesha will have to work.
09
Niece
Dee's niece Charisse may be the catalyst to warm up relations between Moesha and her stepmom.
10
Reunion
A long-lost childhood friend of Moesha's turns up at a party, rekindling a romantic spark.
11
The Ditch Party
Moesha's school-paper exposé of a party that kids skipped school to attend may get her--or all her friends--suspended.
12
Mother's Day
Mo thinks her dad's attentions to Dee are direspectful to the memory of her late mother.
13
Baby Love
When Frank and Dee tell Moesha and Myles about their plans for another child, Moe gets upset and Myles runs away from home.
14
Hakeem's New Flame
Hakeem has a girlfriend who is two-timing him; Dee and Frank set Andell up with J.W.
SEASON 2
01
The List
Moesha becomes intrigued by a classmate with a "roughneck disposition"; and fertility is a subject of contention between Dee and Frank.
02
Credit Card
Moesha vows she's responsible enough to be trusted with a credit card, then she gets into a fix for using it--to the tune of $375.
03
Mama Said Knock You Out
Classmates gear up for a rumble at the gym in the aftermath of Kim's prediction that Teresa would steal Moesha's man.
04
Basket Case
Moesha and friends bid on guys of their dreams at a school bachelor auction.
05
The Whistle Blower
The school's star forward needs Mo's help to slam-dunk his SATs; Frank takes a fertility test and wants a second opinion.
06
Labels
Moesha accepts a date with Hakeem's cousin--a guy who has the potential of being a soul mate.
07
Women Are From Mars, Men Are From Saturn
Pressures mount at home for Frank and Dee over the decision to have another baby.
08
Ichi, Ni, San, Shi Look--Clarkzilla!
A visit from Moesha's cousin Clark couldn't come at a worse time--she's trying to set things straight with Q.
09
A Concerted Effort (1)
Moesha's on-again off-again romance with Q is on again--since she won tickets to a hot concert.
10
A Concerted Effort (2)
Moesha spots Q with another woman at the concert.
11
The Regulations of Love
The man Kim catches with advice from a how-to book may not be the man of her dreams.
12
There's No Place Like the Mitchell Home
While recuperating at the Mitchells', Andell milks her injury to get favors, and Moesha subs at the shop, running it with an iron hand.
13
Road Trip
Mo and friends have a turkey of a Thanksgiving road trip to Arizona.
14
Guess Q's Coming to Dinner
Moesha brings Q home for dinner in a last-ditch effort to win over her dad, who thinks Moesha is wasting her time with Q.
15
Mentor
Moesha works off a punishment by helping an elderly woman, who wins her over with tales of the Harlem Renaissance.
16
Break a Leg
A TV-ad director looking to make a star steps into the dance class Moesha is teaching--and spies Myles.
17
Who Moved the Charity Stripe?
Vice-principal Dee kicks Q and two other players off the basketball team when their grades slip, jeopardizing the championships and Frank's sales at the sponsoring…
18
Back to Africa
Moesha organizes a fund-raiser so Hakeem can join the school trip to Africa. But then her own journey hits a financial snag when her father…
19
Strike a Pose
Pressured by Dee, Moesha enters a modeling contest only to find that it conflicts with a lecture by an author she admires.
20
Songs in the Key of Strife
Moesha and Q's relationship goes off-key when she asks to sing backup on his recording, along with a French exchange student staying at her house.
21
Hakeem's Birthday
Moesha asks Hakeem's estranged father to come to his son's surprise party.
22
For Better or Worse
Marriage is on the girls' minds as Niecy gets engaged. But romance takes a back seat for Dee and Frank as their anniversary approaches.
23
Cold Busted
Fate hands Moesha a chance to be alone with Q--and to get caught by her parents in the middle of a kiss.
24
Prom Fright
To escape punishment, Moesha agrees to accompany the son of a family friend to his high-school prom.
SEASON 3
01
Labor Day Jammy
Musical guest: Dru Hill Moesha returns from summer camp and has about one week left before she starts school at Bridgewood Academy. So she makes…
02
(Grand)Poppa Don't Take No Mess
Grandpa Roosevelt Mitchell visits along with Uncle Bernie. But Frank soon suffers when Grandpa treats him different than Bernie. Moesha tries to talk Q into…
03
Day One
Moesha begins her first day of school at Bridgewood Academy. She is introduced to snobby Mary Ellen Hobbs, the daughter of a friend of Dee's.…
04
Age Ain't Nothin' But a Number
Hakeem meets a beautiful woman, Jennifer Sutton, at the clothing store where he works. But when she starts to show an interest in Hakeem, he…
05
My Mom's Not an Ottoman
Dee decides it's time to redecorate the house. so she has a garage sale and encourages Moesha to donate any of her old junk. But…
06
The Play Scene
After her teacher gives her a 'D' on her creative writing assignment, Moesha writes a screenplay; imagining a world in 1945 where jazz and blues…
07
Use Me Once Shame on You, Use Me Twice I'll Kill You
Q, Hakeem and Kim decide to merge their talents together and create their own group CPQ. After seeing her friends perform at The Den, Moesha…
08
Keepin' It Real
Moesha's new classmate, Jeremy Davis, shows an interest in her, but he later disappoints her when he tries too hard to impress her friends. Meanwhile,…
09
Halloween Part 1: Kim's Revenge
Kim accidentally hears Moesha and Niecy making fun of her weight. Upset, Kim gives them the cold shoulder when they all are supposed to dress…
10
Rhythm and Dues
Moesha becomes the manager of Q's group, CPQ, after a local radio station plays their record demo. But they're faced with a dilemma when Morris…
11
Break It Down
Frank accompanies Hakeem to a ""Father-Son"" retreat. Q and his father attend the retreat as well; causing some unresolved hostility between Frank and Q. As…
12
Double Date
Musical guest: Kenny Lattimore On a date with Jeremy, Moesha runs into Q and his new girlfriend Tammy. Moesha still has feelings for Q as…
13
Talk of the Town
A party at a teen club called The Bombay, organized by Q, gets out of control when the rumor is spread that a big star…
14
He Ain't Heavy, He's Dee's Brother
Dee's enterprising brother, Shelby, visits and offers Moesha a money-earning opportunity, but Dee questions his future success.
15
The Short Story
Musical guest: Chico DeBarge Moesha agrees to attend a dance, held at The Den, with her friend David (who's rather a little person). Moesha soon…
16
It's My Paper, And I'll Cry If I Want To
Mary Ellen, editor of Bridgewood's school newspaper, doesn't give Moesha a chance to write for the paper. So without much ado, Moesha installs a rival…
17
She's Back
Prominent career newswoman Alexandria Nourse gives a speech at Bridgewood and as an old friend of Frank's- Moesha invites her over for dinner. But it…
18
Model Employee
In need of money, Hakeem gets Moesha a job at the clothing store where he works. But the new manager begins to take advantage of…
19
Mo's Money, Mo's Money, Mo's Money
Moesha starts paying for her own telephone, cable and new furniture and Frank is happy that he doesn't have to pay for it, but Dee…
20
This Time You've Gone Too Far
Moesha and her friends all decide to take a road trip to Sea World, but their trip ends abruptly after Chris causes them to get…
21
Body Language
While playing a friendly game of Truth or Dare, Kim and Niecy dare an innocent Moesha to get a tattoo. She reluctantly agrees to the…
22
Pajama Jam
Morgan throws a co-ed slumber party and Moesha invites Kim, Hakeem and Niecy. At the party, they find out that the boys sleepover, too. Also,…
23
A House is Not a Home
After leaving home, Moesha turns to Andell for the night. Although she promises Andell she'll go back home the next day, she surprises Andell by…
SEASON 4
01
Moesha Meets Brandy
Five months later, and Moesha still hasn't returned home. After Kim forgets to purchase tickets to a sold-out concert featuring R&B singer Brandy, Moesha decides…
02
Homecoming
Without Moesha around, Myles begins to miss his sister. Moesha helps her friends with their Homecoming preparations. Grandma Mitchell visits the family and stirs up…
03
Hello, What's This?
When Frank and Dee find a marijuana cigarette in the house, all suspicion leads to Moesha. After wrongfully accusing Moesha, they are all shocked to…
04
Psyche Your Mind
Dee convinces the family to join Myles in a family therapy session, but Moesha decides to ditch the session to hang out with her friends.…
05
Teacher
A new teacher starts work at Crenshaw High, and Moesha makes a bold move and kisses him. Worrying about the consequences involved between teacher-student relationships,…
06
I Know What You Did in the 3rd Grade
Moesha, Kim and Hakeem think a bully named Devon Stamps, from their third grade class, is stalking them, due to a practical joke that turned…
07
A Terrible Thing Happened on My Tour of College
Musical guest: Big Pun Moesha and her friends visit Charisse, Moesha's cousin, at Maynard University during Prospective Freshman Weekend. While there, they tour the entire…
08
Birth Control
Now that they're a couple again, Moesha tries to discover what true love is all about. Niecy reveals that she's the first out of the…
09
A Class Act Christmas
Moesha and Hakeem are bummed to learn that Eddie have them working on Christmas Eve. She tries to find a good excuse so that she…
10
The Crush
Andell holds a tutoring program at The Den, and Moesha decides to write an article about the tutoring sessions in hopes of winning a newspaper's…
11
Barking up the wrong tree
Hakeem takes a job instead of pursuing college.
12
Life Imitating Art
During Black History Month, Moesha and students divide along racial lines after a protest over the lack of black representation in Antonio's mural of Mexican-American…
13
Ohmigod, Fanatic
Musical guest: LeAnn Rimes Moesha and Kim have a fight over Kim's unprepared college plans. Later, MTV's ""FANatic"" picks Moesha to escort Kim to meet…
14
The Rite Stuff
Moesha and her friends participate in The Ladies of Eminence Debutante Ball, but Moesha has second thoughts because she's not interested in ""high-class society."" But…
15
I Love Moesha
Moesha's singing dilemma is illustrated in a 1950s-style sitcom episode, a la ""I Love Lucy,"" about an audition for a Broadway revue.
16
Home is Where the Car Is
Moesha is envious of a gifted, yet reclusive, classmate who is named valedictorian but she also learns that he's homeless and cleans tables in the…
17
Girls' Night In
Moesha throws a slumber party with her girls, Kim and Niecy, to reflect on the good times they've spent together before they leave for college.
18
It Takes Two
In this Parker's spin off episode, Kim's mother returns to high school with her after leaving 18 years ago. Nikki is looking to receive her…
19
Had to be You
Musical guest: Johnny Gill After Andell thinks her relationship with Bernie is headed nowhere, Earl Thomas, Andell's college boyfriend, returns to rekindle the flame by…
20
The Prom
Moesha meets the boy of her dreams at her prom and shares a romantic dance until he dashes off mysteriously. She spends the next day…
21
Independence Day
Moesha turns 18 and the gang decides to throw her a surprise birthday party but Kim spoils it by telling her. But the real surprise…
22
I Studied Twelve Years For This?
Moesha, Hakeem and Niecy go across town for a graduation day brunch where Moesha's car breaks down an hour before the big event. After finding…
SEASON 5
01
Good Vibrations?
After deciding to fore-go college, Moesha is now working at "Vibe Magazine" Her friends are jealous of her seemingly glamorous job but in actual fact…
02
Fired Up
Kasey, the former receptionist, has Moesha follow up on some incomplete messages she took. Niecy drops by Moesha's job because they've made plans to go…
03
The Party's Over (Here)
While trying to keep up with the social life of college as well as the academic life, Moesha and Niecy are invited to their first…
04
Mis-Directed Study
Moesha lands a job tutoring athletes. She gets assigned to a promising NBA candidate named Ray Meadows. Ray has to write an English paper. Ray…
05
Not My Pumpkin
Frank finds a case of birth control pills in the trash. He asks Dee why she's taking the pills when they're trying to have a…
06
Just Above My Head
Moesha and Nicey are taking history from Professor Ward, but they don't appreciate his racial disparaging jokes.
07
A Den is a Terrible Thing to Waste
Niecy tells the Mitchells that she heard a rumor that Andell is losing The Den. After stopping by The Den and learning that the result…
08
Isn't She Lovely?
Moesha prepares for the homecoming dance but ""friends"" Moesha and Hakeem soon start to realize that the depth of their friendship may be reaching a…
09
Unappreciated Interest
Moesha and Niecy's friendship is tested when Piper moves out and Moesha moves in. Moesha later becomes a bother to Niecy. Meanwhile, Dorian tries to…
10
Thanksgiving
With Dee sick in bed, Moesha finds herself in a fierce Thanksgiving cooking competition with Mrs. Campbell. Also, Dorian's mother visits, but Dorian believes that…
11
To Sleep, Perchance to Dream
Moesha dreams that Hakeem kisses her when he comes over for breakfast in the morning. Moesha's feelings for Hakeem are tested when she, Niecy and…
12
He Doth Protest Too Much
Dorian protests the elimination of the girls basketball team from the school budget to impress one of the players. Meanwhile, Moesha is having trouble in…
13
Let's Talk About Sex
Moesha stays the weekend with Niecy in her dorm but she doesn't like the idea of Niecy inviting a stranger over who seems to what…
14
Secrets & Lies
Odd-ball Aunt Hattie comes to visit Frank revealing life changing secret to the entire family. Meanwhile Moesha tells her family that she will be moving…
15
Color Him Father
As the tension continues to rise, Frank thinks that the only way that's possible to break some of the hostility is to let Dorian have…
16
Family Affair
Frank is the honoree at a 'Businessman of the Year' banquet, but the tribute loses its luster when he learns that Moesha and Dorian don't…
17
The Matchmaker
Moesha plays matchmaker for Theresa who's been having trouble meeting guys. So Mo decides to hook up Theresa with Hakeem's friend, Noel, but Mo thinks…
18
Gimme a Break
Musical guest: DMX Moesha and Niecy go on a trip to Santa Barbara for their first spring break, but Moesha and Niecy's awaited trip is…
19
Something About Moesha
While working at a fast-food restaurant, Dorian comes across a stranger by the name of Patience who offers him a job where he can earn…
20
The Robbing Hood
Dorian spends a weekend with Moesha, and all the residents in her dorm are robbed except for her who draws a conclusion that puts them…
21
Arriving Right on Q
Moesha and Hakeem hit the first bump in their romance when Hakeem spends more time away from Moesha. But a surprise visit from old boyfriend…
22
D-Money Loses His Patience
Moesha is faced with the dilemma of going on tour with Q or staying at home with her family and boyfriend Hakeem. But Moesha and…
SEASON 6
01
On the Rebound
Moesha prolongs her stay in New York with Q, while Niecy and Hakeem wonder where they stand with her; and Dorian returns from boot camp.
02
Bad Company
Moesha returns from New York with a secret that she wants to keep from her parents, while Hakeem and Niecy attempt to make amends with…
03
Netcam
Alicia hides an Internet camera in Moesha and Niecy's bedroom for profit; invading their privacy and showcasing them to the entire world. After Moesha receives…
04
Living in Paradise?
Moesha can't stand the nasty and rude habits of her suite mates Niecy, Alicia and Brenda. So she tries to organize a meeting to establish…
05
You Say He's Just a Friend
Hakeem and Niecy suspect that Moesha is creeping around with Jamal, her study partner. After going out on a date with Jamal, Moesha later stays…
06
Just the Two of Us
When Frank and Dorian leave on a road trip to Las Vegas, Myles is sent to stay in Moesha's dorm where he develops a crush…
07
The Nutty Moesha
In this hilarious Halloween episode, while trying to juggle studying, taking care of her family while Dee's away and planning for her Halloween party, Moesha,…
08
The Candidate
NAACP president Kweisi Mfume visits Moesha's campus to address to students about the importance of voting. When Moesha's former Girl Scout leader gives a speech…
09
Definitely Not the Cosbys
Moesha is looking forward to Q's visit for Thanksgiving, until Niecy reminds her that she needs to tell her dad about her engagement. The next…
10
All This and Turkey, Too
After a three-month separation, Q comes to visit Moesha, along with Khalib, for Thanksgiving. Dee's father, Arthur Loving, visits as well and brings along with…
11
The Player
Moesha tries to set up Niecy with Hakeem's friend, Troy, but problems occur when Moesha learns that Troy is Alicia's boyfriend. Meanwhile, Frank leaves Dorian…
12
All Grown Up
Hakeem gets his first apartment with roommate Jerome. Moesha and Niecy stop by and they all reminisce on the times they've spent together from their…
13
Run, Mo, Run
Moesha fears for her life after openly criticizing a poet at ""Poetry Night at The Pendulum."" Meanwhile, Dorian starts a new job working at a…
14
Mom
Moesha continues to help Dorian search for his birth mother. Hakeem thinks that Moesha shouldn't go digging up the past or she'll be faced with…
15
That's My Mama
Frank comes to visit Moesha at the dorm and confronts her about her attempts of helping Dorian find his mother. She explains to him that…
16
What if...?
Dorian is the perfect son and Moesha is a vagabond when Mo ponders what would have happened if Frank stayed with Barbara.
17
Scary Marriage
A class that calls on Moesha, Hakeem and company to examine gender roles in marriage leads to a disturbing experience for Moesha. Niecy isn't too…
18
Saving Private Rita
Moesha, Hakeem and Niecy must help a troubled student named Rita who is contemplating suicide. Meanwhile, Dorian courts a minister's daughter.
19
Mayhem at the Jam
Moesha organizes a campus concert, but when the main act is late, Dorian's group takes the stage to appease the crowd.
20
Creepin'
Frank is not thrilled to learn that Dorian is cutting school to go to the beach--with an older woman; Moesha realizes that Hakeem is truly…
21
Graduation Day
Dorian causes a stir by leaving his graduation party early to attend a performance by his rap group.
22
Paying the Piper
The girlfriend of Dorian's prison buddy is trying get a piece of his band's profits. Meanwhile, Hakeem asks Moesha to move in with him for…
SERIES INFO
6
Seasons
127
Episodes
22 min/ep
Per Episode
Ended
Status
CREW
Creator
Sara V. Finney
Creator
Ralph Farquhar
Creator
Vida Spears
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UPN
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Moesha about?
The everyday life of Moesha Mitchell, a vivacious young woman juggling romance, school, ever-changing family dynamics, and friendships.
Where can I watch Moesha?
Moesha is available on Paramount+, Tubi. Availability varies by region.
How many seasons does Moesha have?
Moesha has 6 seasons with 127 episodes total.
Who created Moesha?
Moesha was created by Sara V. Finney and Ralph Farquhar and Vida Spears.
Who stars in Moesha?
The cast of Moesha includes Brandy Norwood, William Allen Young, Marcus T. Paulk, Lamont Bentley, Shar Jackson.
What is the rating of Moesha?
Moesha has a rating of 7.0 out of 10 based on 41 votes on TMDB.
Is Moesha still running?
Moesha has ended. The final episode aired on .
GENRES (2)
Comedy
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