The Game_
When her boyfriend Derwin Davis is chosen as the new third-string wide receiver for the San Diego Sabers, Melanie Barnett decides to attend a local college so she can be with him. While Derwin worries about the plays on the field, Melanie adjusts to her new lifestyle. She gets a play-by-play account of the lives and relationships among NFL wives, girlfriends and mom/managers who use their best game to help their men stay on the field and on their arm.
Created By
Mara Brock Akil
Network
BET
Episodes
147
Updated Feb 16, 2026
WHERE TO WATCH
Netflix
1 country
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Overview
The Game has 9 seasons with 147 episodes spanning 2006-2015.
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Year context
The Game first aired 20 years ago in 2006.
CAST (7)
SEASONS (9 seasons, 147 episodes)
SEASON 1
01
Away Game
Derwin invites Melanie to his first away game in Miami, but due to her heavy school load, she decides to pass. When Tasha and Kelly…
02
The Rules of the Game
As a favor to Derwin, Melanie attends the first Saber Sunbeam meeting of the season, only to learn that unlike the wives, football players' "girlfriends"…
03
Gifted
A gift-giving competition breaks out among the top players after Melanie sends each team member a gift on behalf of Derwin; Melanie makes a new…
04
How Tasha Got Her Groove Back
Malik tells Tasha that he is having problems with the offensive coordinator, Kenny, so she sets out to settle the problem. At the end, Tasha…
05
Brittany's Super Sweet Sixth
When Kelly's (Brittany Daniel) daughter (Erica Gluck) tells her she wants an extravagant birthday party like the rest of her friends, Kelly approaches Jason (Coby…
06
Rift and Separate
A minor argument escalates into a major locker room rift between Jason and Malik that affects their playing relationship on the field. The locker room…
07
Mi Casa Es Su Casa
When Tasha (Wendy Raquel Robinson) returns early from a trip she finds Malik (Hosea Chanchez) throwing a wild party at their house and shuts it…
08
The Trey Wiggs Episode
When Derwin's image consultant ( guest star Shanti Lowry), tells Derwin her idea to pair him with football player Trey Wiggs (guest star Chaz Lamar…
09
The Trey Wiggs Fallout Episode
When Melanie (Tia Mowry) learns that Derwin (Pooch Hall) is still upset about the bad publicity caused by her continuing friendship with an old football…
10
There's No Place Like Home
Melanie goes home to Connecticut to spend Christmas with her parents, while Derwin stays in San Diego, where he anxiously waits to see if the…
11
It's Hard Being Kelly Pitts
When Kelly attempts to please Jason, take care of her daughter and impress Jason's parents who visit from out of town, she overworks herself and…
12
To Baby...Or Not To Baby
Melanie and Derwin discover that Melanie might be pregnant. Melanie realizes she is not ready for parenthood and puts off taking the pregnancy test. Excited…
13
The Iceman Cometh
Although The Sabers lose their game and are eliminated from the playoffs, Derwins performance earns him the attention of a high-profile manager. Melanie is shocked…
14
All-Star Blues
When Malik finds out that the love of his life, model/actress Eva Marcelle (guest starring as herself) is getting married, he decides to use up-and-coming…
15
Out Of Bounds
When Malik finds out that the love of his life, model/actress Eva Marcelle (guest starring as herself) is getting married, he decides to use up-and-coming…
16
Baby B.S.
Kelly is happy when she finds out Jason wants to have another baby. But when Tasha offers her a job at her management firm, Kelly…
17
God Bless The Girl That's Got Her Own
When Melanie gives temporary shelter to a Sunbeam whose boyfriend has left her high and dry, Melanie begins to feel uncomfortable about being completely dependent…
18
You Say You Want a Revolution
When Camille (guest star Jolie Jenkins), the wife of the newest star Saber, joins the Sunbeams, she decides to run against Kelly for president. Kelly…
19
The Big Chill
Tasha's boyfriend Kenny (guest star Rocky Carroll) confronts her about her aggressive attitude, and asks her to tone it down when he introduces her to…
20
The Many Lies of Derwin Davis
When Derwin is unexpectedly forced to take Melanie to singer Drew Sidora's (guest starring as herself) video release party, he panics over how the meeting…
21
When the Chickens Come Home to Roost, Part 1
During ESPY week in Los Angeles, Derwin gets an unexpected endorsement deal and is left to celebrate with Drew Sidora (guest starring as herself), while…
22
When the Chickens Come Home to Roost, Part 2
In the conclusion of the first-season finale, Melanie and Derwin have a heated argument about their impending engagement status. Derwin sleeps with Drew. Meanwhile, Jason…
SEASON 2
01
Diary Of A Mad Black Woman, Redux
This season, 'The Game' returns with a follow up to the enticing season finale. Derwin learns that it may be too late to reunite with…
02
The Trey Wiggs Taps Back Episode
Homeless, heartbroken, and distraught, Melanie turns to Derwin's rival, Trey Wiggs, for comfort. After sleeping with him, Trey offers Melanie financial assistance, leaving Melanie to…
03
Tasha, Renee, and Malik the Cliche
When Renee is unable to engage in romantic affairs with Malik after he invites her over and she learns that he lives with his mother;…
04
Hit Me With Your Best Shot
Recently out of rehab, Kelly convinces Jason to let her brother, Brandon, stay with them. Later, Brandon catches Jason using steroids and promises to keep…
05
Fool Me Twice... I'm The D* Fool
After Melanie agrees to go out to dinner with Derwin, he decides to plan a surprise proposal with the help of R&B singer Musiq Soulchild.…
06
Parental Guidance Suggested
Tasha tells Melanie that she has to find a place of her own in a month, Meanwhile, Derwin calls Melanie's parents and informs them about…
07
Media Blitz
Malik becomes the whopping boy for a cartoonist after making a politically incorrect statement. Things take a change for the worse when Malik tries to…
08
The Truth Hurts
Malik fires Tasha as his manager after her failed attempts to resolve an embarrassing situation he was involved in. Elsewhere, Jason worries his career may…
09
Turkey Basting Bit**es
Melanie gets a job waitressing at a coffee shop, Meanwhile, Derwin, enjoying his new single superstar status, decides to start dating a new girl, named…
10
The Ghost of Derwin Past
Dionne ditches sympathetic Melanie, who decided to stay in San Diego after learning that Dionne would be spending Christmas alone, after she learns that an…
11
Je-Rome Wasn't Built in a Day
Melanie cautiously agrees to go on a date with a new guy name Jermone at the sky box for the Sabers game. Derwin, furious, decides…
12
Take These Vows and Shove 'Em
Kelly takes Brittany and leaves Jason when he refuses to stop taking steroids, Meanwhile, Derwin tries to impress a pretty woman but she sees through…
13
The List Episode
Serena Williams guest stars. Tasha tries to take on Serena Williams as a client, Meanwhile, Malik schools Derwin on the type of women he should…
14
White Men Can't Jump, But They're Definitely Packing
Rick Fox returns. A night of getting acquainted with her co-workers at Irv Smif Management leads to Tasha getting flashed by Lev, one of her…
15
The Commitments
As things heat up with Jerome, Melanie decides to pull back afraid of commitment but after running into Derwin and his new interest, (Guest star:…
16
Bury My Heart At Wounded Knee
Derwin injures himself during a game, and Jason has to fill in for him during the superbowl. But Jason has second thoughts on his position.…
17
Before the Parade Passes By
Melanie tries to convince Derwin to attend a victory parade for the Sabers. He reluctantly agrees but ends up running into Janay (guest star Gabrielle…
18
The Lord Givens and the Lord Taketh Away
Malik begins dating Robin Givens and soon realizes that his methods to dating may have been working against him. Meanwhile, Jason suffers from depression after…
19
I Got 99 Problems and My Chick is One
After Melanie accepts a gift from Derwin, Jerome begins to question her commitment to their relationship. Melanie tries to thraw his questioning by planning a…
20
Baby Come Back
The new coach seems more interested in getting to know Kelly than making a new deal with Jason. Meanwhile, After tracking down Melanie to confess…
SEASON 3
01
Baby on Board
Melanie finally confesses to Derwin that she is in love with him, but soon after Derwin tells her about Janay's pregancy. Meanwhile, Malik has to…
02
Mel-odrama
Melanie has a confrontation with Janay when she thinks that Janay may be lying about her pregnancy with Derwin's baby. Meanwhile, Kelly invites Melanie and…
03
Just When I Thought I Was Out... She Pulls Me Back In
While Rick is ready to make their relationship public, Tasha refuses to do so and goes out of her way to keep it a secret…
04
Just the Three of Us
Melanie feels jealous after Derwin goes with Janay to her first pregnancy appointment. Meanwhile, Kelly decides that it's time for her and Jason to talk…
05
A Delectable Basket of Treats
Tasha boycotts Malik's marriage to Robin Givens, fearing that their marriage is a scam. At the reception, everyone assumes Melanie is the girl who is…
06
The Platski Thickens
Kelly catches Jason with another woman after they each agree to move on from one another. Wendy Raquel Robinson, Tia Mowry and Pooch Hall also…
07
White Coats and White Lies
Melanie reluctantly turns to her parents for financial help when she learns that her grant money to cover for her tuition has been revoked and…
08
The Side Part, Under Episode
Melanie meets her very own Dr. McHottie (Guest star Jason Olive) at the hospital where she is a first year resident.
09
Oh, What a Night
Believing her future with Rick Fox is over, Tasha begins dating other men. Melanie is trying to deal with dating two guys at once. Jason…
10
The Negotiation Episode
Derwin advises Jason to stop at nothing to win Kelly back and put an end to all the divorce talk, but Jason's grand gesture may…
11
Insert Car Here
Seeing Kelly with a date causes Jason to feel jealous. Tasha faces the insecurities between her relationship with Rick Fox. Melanie would like to find…
12
Stay Fierce, Malik
Everyone believes that Malik is gay after Robin Given's implies this while on national TV as the reason for their breakup. While Malik is teased…
13
Do the Wright Thing
14
Punk A* Chauncey
15
Take a Bow
16
Truth and Consequences
Tasha is betrayed by Kelly at work, but gets her revenge by introducing Jason to a pretty TV personality.
17
Hill Street Blues
18
The Third Legacy
Malik is introduced to his step-sister and worries that he may have slept with her unaware they were related. Tasha meets her former husband's new…
19
Put a Ring on It
20
The Fall of the Roman
Jason wants his daughter to meet his new girlfriend, but Kelly believes it's a bad idea. Meanwhile, Melanie has found the perfect wedding dress, but…
21
I Want It All and I Want It Now
22
The Wedding Episode
SEASON 4
00
Parachutes...Beach Chairs
In the Season 4 premiere, Melanie tries to wedge herself between Derwin and his son; Jason takes a guest-correspondent gig; and Kelly stars in a…
01
Parachutes...Beach Chairs Pt. 1 & 2
Derwin and Melanie are now two years married with Melanie being a housewife and a step-mom to Derwin’s son. If you remember, she spent the…
02
The Confession Episode
Melanie decides to tell Derwin the truth about the mistake in the paternity test. Meanwhile, Jason attacks the Sabers.
03
The Wing King
Melanie hosts a charity event, Maliki gets in trouble and Tee Tee decides he ain't taking any more orders from Malik
04
It Was All Just a Week Ago
Backed into a corner, Malik turns to the Sabers' new owner for help; Derwin worries about his image following Malik's troubles.
05
Men in Crisis
Derwin puts his relationship at risk for the sake of spending time with his son and Tasha has money/love problems with Dante.
06
Didn't You Know Who I Was?
Tensions soar as Melanie clashes with Kelly by telling her that she needs to move on with her life instead of being a “wannabe”.Malik doesn't…
07
You Say Goodbye, I Say Hello
A hurt Kelly rejects Melanie and Tasha’s proposition to ‘hang out’ after they kicked her out of a SunBeams gathering. Kelly tries to save her…
08
A very Special episode
Melanie gets jealous with all the groupies and fanmail Derwin is been getting, so she tries to spice things up in the bedroom for him.…
09
Whip It, Whip It Good
Jason tries to avoid his responsibilities as a parent by asking Melanie to take care of his daughter Brittany
10
Never Surender
Tasha is faced with the dilemma of planning toy-boy lover Donte’s 25th birthday.
11
Death Becomes Her
Melanie is eager to have sex with Derwin so that she could finally conceive a child of her own.
12
The Right to Choose Episode
Melanie and Tasha clash over the direction of Derwin and Malik’s careers, resulting in Melanie firing Tasha from her position as Derwin’s manager.
SEASON 5
01
Skeletons
Season 5 opens with Melanie grappling with Derwin's accusation that she had an abortion. Meanwhile, Malik and Tasha deal with a drunken Jenna. Later, Tasha…
02
The Truth Pact
When Derwin rehires Irv it sets off Melanie searching for her role in life while Tasha sues Derwin and Irv for money she believes she…
03
No Money, Mo Problems
Hostility between Melanie and Tasha goes public at a fashion show. Elsewhere, Chardonnay's friends open Jason's eyes to racism; and Derwin takes Kwan under his…
04
The Black People Episode
Jason meets Chardonnay’s friends who open his eyes to the racism in the world that fame has blinded him to. Derwin tries to get Kwan…
05
Grand Opening, Grand Closing
Chardonnay rejects Jason's proposal; Derwin is stunned when Melanie gets the diva treatment at church.
06
Drink, Pray, Love
Malik has a hard time letting go of his dream home when he's forced to short sell his mansion. Melanie has a showdown with Tasha…
07
The Tricks Episode
When a YouTube video of Malik and Derwin doing football tricks goes viral, the guys ride the wave hoping it takes Malik off the bench…
08
Matchmaker, Matchmaker... Mind Your Business!
Tasha develops romantic feelings for a new man—but he turns out to be a male escort. Elsewhere, Melanie plays matchmaker at her dinner party, only…
09
Keep Your Friends Close and Your Prostitute Closer
Melanie tries to connect with Janay by pushing Derwin closer to her fiancé. Elsewhere, Tasha forges ahead in her newfound relationship with a male escort.
10
Catfight on the Catwalk
Melanie hosts the Sunbeam's fashion show, but ends up being locked in the bathroom with Tasha. While having sex with three supermodels, Malik has trouble…
11
A Punch in the Gut... Full of Human
Jason's relationship with Chardonnay is tested by a third party; Melanie and Derwin receive troubling fertility news; Chardonnay reaches out to Tasha for relationship help.
12
Higher ground
Tasha agrees to be the surrogate for Melanie and Derwin; Derwin's poker night turns into a raging bash.
13
There's No Place Like Home
An unexpected arrival tests Melanie and Derwin ; Malik mulls over an endorsement offer.
14
Derwin's About to go H.A.M
Derwin suffers consequences; Melanie's surrogate; Derwin's drama as a professional athlete.
15
Party in a Box
Chardonnay grumbles that her relationship with Jason is purely physical, so Jason tries to make amends by introducing her to his friends. Meanwhile, Derwin faces…
16
Fits and Starts
Tasha and Pookie explore their friendship; Janay goes out of town; Melanie and Derwin stay busy.
17
A Woman's Right to Choose Herself
Tasha's struggle with being a surrogate; Jason helps Chardonnay with her finances; Melanie's discontent with Derwin.
18
Breakthrough, Breakdown? Break- Through
Melanie does some soul searching; Malik's relapse.
19
Let Them Eat (Cup) cake!
Tasha joins the cupcake club to renew her celibacy. Derwin struggles with Melanie away.
20
Cold Swine Sucks...And So Does Falling in Love
Tasha's discovers a text message; Derwin pushes Irv.
21
Move Trick, Get out of the Way
Derwin and Melanie's long distance relationship; Malik's success; Tasha becomes a surrogate; Jason and Chardonnay's conflict
22
The Championship Game Episode
It's down to the wire Game fans! Can the Sabers pull off a championship win? Will Derwin and Melanie settle on a resolution to their…
SEASON 6
01
The Blueprint
Season 6 opens with Derwin's life in disarray after he's traded. Elsewhere, top draft pick Bryce "Blue" Westbrook celebrates his acquisition by going to a…
02
The Blueprint 2
Season 6 opens with Derwin's life in disarray after he's traded. Elsewhere, top draft pick Bryce "Blue" Westbrook celebrates his acquisition by going to a…
03
We've Gotta Stop Meeting Like This
Tasha takes steps to prove to Pookie that she’s dedicated to him while simultaneously struggling with her attraction to Rick. Meanwhile, Keira and Blue address…
04
Getting To Know All A Butt You
In an attempt to expand his empire beyond football, Malik seeks out an investor for his new business venture. Meanwhile, after having brunch with Brittany,…
05
Trashbox
Keira bids a lot of money on a date with Blue at a charity auction in order to maintain her high-profile image, resulting in a…
06
Guess Who's Bizzack
When Blue struggles at training camp, Jason takes to the field to show him how it’s done, winning praise from Malik, who tries to convince…
07
Welcome To The Jungle
Keira and Chardonnay receive a less than warm welcome when they are initiated into the Sunbeams. Meanwhile, Blue struggles with fitting in while at Sabers…
08
How To Lose All Your Phat In One Day
Malik throws a party hoping to land investors for his latest business venture, only to meet an heiress/business woman, who forces him to re-evaluate his…
09
Blank Canvases
Blue helps Keira prepare for an audition, resulting in an intimate “first” moment for the couple. Meanwhile, after Tasha tells Rick her intentions to break…
10
The Preseason Game Episode
Blue struggles with his feelings after learning that Keira was a virgin before she slept with him. Meanwhile, Jason’s suspicions of Chardonnay cheating with Rick…
11
The Busted Episode
Tasha attempts to salvage her friendship with Pookie after it is revealed she has been cheating on him with Rick. Meanwhile, Jason and Chardonnay have…
12
I'm Not Kelly Pitts
Chardonnay keeps her friendship with Tasha a secret. Meanwhile, Keira tries to talk to Blue.
13
I Love Luke…AHH!
Blue tries to sabotage Keira's new relationship. Meanwhile, Malik's past comes back to haunt him, and Chardonnay struggles to deal with Jason's gridiron injury.
14
Photo-Shoot Fresh
Malik enlists his friends to appear in a promotional campaign, but an accusation derails his plans. Elsewhere, events run smoothly for Rick, to Tasha's chagrin;…
15
Psh!! I'm Good!!
Malik helps Blue get over Keira the only way Malik knows how; things between Jason and Chardonnay come to a head.
16
A Swan Song For Rick And Tasha…
Rick and Tasha’s relationship reaches a fork in the road; Blue struggles with game performance.
17
Miss Me A Little When I'm Gone
Malik finds himself caught between Tori and Reece; Keira is shocked when the intervention she staged for Blue doesn't quite go as planned.
18
In Treatment
Tasha spends an entire day in therapy, in an effort to get to the root of her relationship issues. During therapy, Malik is forced to…
19
Extra Butter…Extra Salt…
Blue becomes suspicious of Keira’s brief relationship with Luke, and their relationship is tested when he finds out she wasn’t honest about sleeping with her…
20
The Hospital Episode
Malik is severely beaten by Franko and his crew, and everyone awaits word of his fate. As they hold a vigil at the hospital, Blue…
SEASON 7
01
The Jersey Episode (1)
02
The Jersey Episode (2)
Jason's jersey is retired at a special ceremony; Keira hopes to reconnect with Blue.
03
Rules of the Street
Malik undergoes physical therapy for his arm; Tasha faces a difficult decision.
04
Missed You, Kelly Pitts
Jason and Chardonnay throw Brittany a pre-prom party; Keira attempts a reconciliation with Blue.
05
Intervention, My A...
Chardonnay ambushes a pregnant Tasha with an intervention; Malik comforts Yana.
06
He's a No-Good, Lyin', Cheatin', Honky-Tonk Man!
Jason tries to win Chardonnay back; Keira moves in with Blue after a fire damages her apartment.
07
Chardonnay Goes Kissing
Chardonnay seeks a way to even the score with Jason; Yana defends Malik's honor.
08
Mommy Dearest
Chardonnay plans an extravagant vow-renewal ceremony; Pookie and Tasha butt heads.
09
This Is Happening
Kelly throws Tasha a surprise baby shower; Keira accepts an acting role out of state.
10
The Birth & Vows Episode
Tasha goes into labor on the day of the vow renewal service; Malik and Yana's argue
SEASON 8
01
The Wedding Night Episode
Jason must deal with the fallout after his admission that he still loves Kelly. Chardonnay turns to Tasha for help. Blue and Keira run into…
02
The After the Wedding Night Episode
Keira and Blue both have a moment of clarity when they return home. Chardonnay plots her next move as she must move on from Jason.…
03
The Pittsy Shuffle: Why Pitts Really Dipped
Chardonnay goes on Perez Hilton to redeem herself after Perez lambasts her wedding fiasco on national television. Jason gives Chardonnay real answers about the demise…
04
Nothing Was the Game
Malik attempts to get back onto the Sabers roster by manipulating Jason now that he's a coach. Tasha fully commits to motherhood and connects with…
05
A Sabers Story
06
Acting Class and Rebound Ass
07
Sexual Healing
Jason sets out to woo Kelly, but things go awry when their date takes a weird sexual turn. Keira and Malik have a friendly movie…
08
Switch
SEASON 9
01
The Kiss Fallout Episode
In the Season 9 premiere, Blue starts a brawl when he finds Keira and Malik together—and the ruckus us caught by a surveillance camera. In…
02
The Spin Control Episode
03
The Dead Episode
Jason attempts to facilitate a peace meeting between Blue and Malik. Malik tries to track down Keira to apologize. Tasha deals with a life-altering family…
04
Dust in the Wind
05
Hashtag My Bad
Keira confronts Malik; and People Magazine writes an article about Tasha, but it doesn't go as planned due to a controversial statement made by Roger…
06
Get Up, Stand Up
The walkout crisis comes to a head; Kelly and Jason hold a meeting to rally supporters; and Keira and Malik encounter their past while out…
07
Clip It... Clip It Good
While working late with Blue, Jason recalls memorable moments from the past nine years.
08
The Crying Game
09
What More Can I Say?
10
Pow Pow Pow!
In the series finale, Pookie accidentally shoots Rick Fox, who bonds with Chardonnay when she drives him to the hospital. In other events, Malik leads…
SERIES INFO
9
Seasons
147
Episodes
30 min/ep
Per Episode
Ended
Status
CREW
Creator
Mara Brock Akil
NETWORKS (2)
BET
The CW
DETAILS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is The Game about?
When her boyfriend Derwin Davis is chosen as the new third-string wide receiver for the San Diego Sabers, Melanie Barnett decides to attend a local college so she can be with him. While Derwin worries about the plays on the field, Melanie adjusts to her new lifestyle. She gets a play-by-play account of the lives and relationships among NFL wives, girlfriends and mom/managers who use their best game to help their men stay on the field and on their arm.
Where can I watch The Game?
The Game is available on Netflix. Availability varies by region.
How many seasons does The Game have?
The Game has 9 seasons with 147 episodes total.
Who created The Game?
The Game was created by Mara Brock Akil.
Who stars in The Game?
The cast of The Game includes Coby Bell, Brittany Daniel, Wendy Raquel Robinson, Hosea Chanchez, Lauren London.
What is the rating of The Game?
The Game has a rating of 7.5 out of 10 based on 40 votes on TMDB.
Is The Game still running?
The Game has ended. The final episode aired on .
GENRES (2)
Drama
Comedy
