Ruthless (TV series)

Ruthless is an American drama created, executive produced, written, and directed by Tyler Perry. It is a spin-off from BET drama The Oval.[1][2] The first season of 24-episodes premiered on March 19, 2020 on BET+.[3] Starting on May 7, 2020, the show began airing on the BET Network following new episodes of The Oval.

Ruthless
Also known asTyler Perry's Ruthless
Genre
Created byTyler Perry
Written byTyler Perry
Directed byTyler Perry
Starring
Composer(s)Elvin Ross
Country of originUnited States
Original language(s)English
No. of seasons1
No. of episodes12 (list of episodes)
Production
Executive producer(s)
  • Tyler Perry
  • Michelle Sneed
  • Mark E. Swinton
Camera setupMultiple camera
Running time60 minutes
Production company(s)Tyler Perry Studios
Release
Original networkBET+
Picture format
Original releaseMarch 19, 2020 (2020-03-19) –
present (present)
Chronology
Related showsThe Oval

Plot

In a backdoor pilot during the first three episodes of The Oval, Ruth Truesdale (Melissa L. Williams) kidnaps her daughter Callie to join her and the sex-crazed members of the Rakudushis cult. Ruth is a devoted member of the Rakadushi cult. After helping to severely punish her rebellious, best friend Tally, she becomes an "Elder," a high ranking member of the cult. However, in order to be initiated into the position of Elder, she was required to be gang raped, by seven, high ranking cult members, Including Andrew and Dikhan, in the presence of The Highest. After being gang raped, Ruth no longer wanted to be a member of the cult and began planning an escape, along with her best friend, Tally.

The leader of the Rakadushis is "the Highest" (Matt Cedeño). The Highest has long hair and is always wearing white. His demeanor is very calm, peaceful, and welcoming. This is to cover up the fact that he is a sexual sadist. He uses drugs to make newcomers black out and lose all memory to violently rape them. He himself is also a drug addict.

Dikhan (Lenny Thomas), is a high ranking cult member who is the right hand to The Highest. He is the overseer of everything that happens on the cult's property. Dikhan is very handsome and loyal to The Highest, but he is also extremely invasive and stern. It is revealed in Season one, episode seven, that Dikhan and The Highest have been in a homosexual relationship for twelve years. The Highest's fondness of Andrew causes Dikhan to be jealous and insecure. Members of all ranks of the cult fear Dikhan. Dikhan reports all wrongdoing of the cult members to The Highest and often recommends and inflicts their punishment.

The Rakadushi cult was infiltrated by undercover FBI agent Andrew (Blue Kimble) who eventually converted his beliefs into that of the religious sex cult and is in the process of becoming a high ranking member of the Rakadushis. Andrew is married to Sarah and they have one son. After the infiltrating and becoming a unwavering believer of the Rakadushi religion, he began a secret, forbidden, sexual affair with Tally (Yvonne Senat Jones) who is also a member of the Rakadushi cult. Andrew falls in love with Tally, and eventually gets her pregnant. Tally does not know that Andrew is an undercover FBI agent who is also married. Andrew is a very loyal member and believer of the Rakadushi cult and its beliefs. However, he is frequently torn between his beliefs and his love for Tally, when Tally is severely and continuously punished for her mistakes and rebellious behavior. Tally question Andrew's love for her after finding out Andrew was part of the seven men who gang raped Ruth. Andrew had homosexual sex with The Highest one time, proving his loyalty to the cult, but causing friction between he and Dikhan, due to Dikhan being in love with The Highest.

Cast and characters

Production

The series was picked up by BET+ on November 7, 2019 with 24-episodes order.[2] The first season was shot over the course of 13 days in Atlanta.[5]

Episodes
No.TitleDirected byWritten byOriginal air date
1"Pilot"Tyler PerryTyler PerryMarch 19, 2020 (2020-03-19)
Ruth kidnaps her young daughter Callie and brings her to join the dangerous Rakudushi cult, and Brian, an FBI agent, embarks on a risky mission.
2"The Precious Jewel"Tyler PerryTyler PerryMarch 19, 2020 (2020-03-19)
Lynn meets The Highest, Tally is punished, and Andrew’s wife Sarah questions Mack about Andrew’s whereabouts.
3"The Holy Ground"Tyler PerryTyler PerryMarch 19, 2020 (2020-03-19)
Brian wants revenge on the Rakudushi, and Lynn is hospitalized.
4"Waiting For Tomorrow"Tyler PerryTyler PerryMarch 26, 2020 (2020-03-26)
Ruth is forced to show her loyalty to the Rakudushi, Sarah is desperate to find Andrew, and Lynn struggles to adjust to life back at home.
5"The Chosen"Tyler PerryTyler PerryApril 2, 2020 (2020-04-02)
After Ruth suffers a traumatic experience, she and Tally devise a plan, while Lynn's behavior causes concerns just as Brian's undercover work begins.
6"Lost"Tyler PerryTyler PerryApril 9, 2020 (2020-04-09)
Sarah has a conversation with Andrew, Lynn confides in Cynthia before making a dangerous decision, and Tally and Ruth try to move forward with their plan.
7"The Outsiders"Tyler PerryTyler PerryApril 30, 2020 (2020-04-30)
Cynthia rushes an unresponsive Lynn to the hospital, Malcolm comforts Sarah, Dikhan is jealous over The Highest's interest in Andrew, and Brian visits the Rakudushi camp.
8"Heaven On Earth"Tyler PerryTyler PerryMay 7, 2020 (2020-05-07)
Brian and Sheriff Conley have different opinions about the Rakudushi, Dikhan grows suspicious of Andrew, Ruth and Tally devise a plan, and Brian worries about Lynn.
9"To Be Chosen"Tyler PerryTyler PerryMay 14, 2020 (2020-05-14)
Dikhan delivers a shocking message to Sarah, Lynn contemplates an offer to join the Rakudushis, and Marva and The Highest plan a test for Ruth.
10"The Closer"Tyler PerryTyler PerryMay 21, 2020 (2020-05-21)
Dikhan suspects Andrew is hiding something, Cynthia accuses Malcolm of having an affair, Brian briefs Mack on his visit to the Rakudushi camp, and Ruth's loyalty is tested.
11"The Devil’s Brew"Tyler PerryTyler PerryMay 28, 2020 (2020-05-28)
Ruth reluctantly performs her new duties as an Elder, Lynn contemplates leaving her old life behind, and Marva sends Melinda to infiltrate the sheriff's office.
12"Wicked Acts"Tyler PerryTyler PerryJune 4, 2020 (2020-06-04)
In the mid-season finale, Dikhan keeps Ruth's secret from Marva, Melinda manipulates a deputy into getting her information, and Malcolm confesses his feelings to Sarah.
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References
  1. Petski, Denise (February 21, 2020). "'Tyler Perry's Ruthless' Gets Premiere Date On BET+". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved February 21, 2020.
  2. Bell, Breanna (November 7, 2019). "Tyler Perry Sets Two New Original Series at BET Plus (EXCLUSIVE)". Variety. Retrieved December 26, 2019.
  3. Petski, Denise (February 21, 2020). "'Tyler Perry's Ruthless' Gets Premiere Date On BET+". Deadline Hollywood.
  4. "BET Networks And Tyler Perry Studios Announce Perry's New Original Series For BET+, "Tyler Perry's Bruh" And "Tyler Perry's Ruthless," Expanding The Acclaimed Content Creator's Arsenal Of Exclusive Programming For BET". BET Press. November 7, 2019. Retrieved December 26, 2019.
  5. "Stephanie Charles Searches For Her Undercover Lover In Tyler Perry's 'Ruthless'". BET.com.
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