Why The Family Business: New Orleans Will Be A Hit On BET+
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- January 18, 2025
Three Things You Should Know About The Family Business: New Orleans
1. The Duncans Are Expanding Their Empire
In The Family Business: New Orleans, the Duncan family takes their legacy to the vibrant streets of the Big Easy, expanding their operations beyond New York. Their new ventures include a high-profile casino and nightclub, which not only elevate their wealth but also put them on a collision course with powerful local players. The series explores how the family navigates the complexities of a new city steeped in history, culture, and its own unique brand of power struggles. This fresh setting adds exciting layers of intrigue to the Duncan saga, where every deal could mean triumph or disaster.
2. New Faces Bring New Challenges
While fans can expect to see familiar faces like Michael Jai White and Denise Boutte reprising their iconic roles, The Family Business: New Orleans also introduces new characters that shake up the dynamics of the Duncan family. Brandon T. Jackson’s portrayal of Marquis Duncan adds a youthful, ambitious edge to the story, while Lela Rochon’s Big Shirley commands the screen with her larger-than-life presence. These new characters bring fresh challenges and opportunities, ensuring that the drama remains as unpredictable as ever.
3. The Stakes Are Higher Than Ever
The series raises the stakes by diving deeper into the Duncan family’s moral gray areas. From navigating legitimate businesses to managing their underground empire, the Duncans must grapple with the consequences of their decisions in a city where alliances can shift as quickly as the tide. New Orleans, with its rich traditions and undercurrent of danger, amplifies the tension, making every episode a high-stakes game. Fans will find themselves on the edge of their seats as they witness how the Duncans handle betrayals, alliances, and the cost of maintaining power.
SERIES PREMIERE DATE:
The BET+ Original Series, “Carl Webers The Family Business: New Orleans” will premiere with two episodes on January 23, 2025, exclusively on BET+. The series will continue with one episode weekly, with the finale on Thursday, March 6.
EXECUTIVE CREDITS:
- Executive Producers/Showrunners: Carl Weber, Nikaya D. Brown Jones
- Executive Producer/Director: Trey Haley
CAST:
 | BRANDON T. JACKSON as “MARQUIS”: The smart & handsome son of Big Shirley Duncan who oversees his family-owned casino, The Midnight Blues and is the talk of the town. He has big dreams and an even bigger swag.  brandontjackson |
 | LELA ROCHON as “BIG SHIRLEY”: A no-nonsense, act-first and ask-questions-later type of woman. Her family has owned The Midnight Blues for almost a hundred years. She is the matriarch of the family and business. She is married to one of LC Duncan’s brothers. iamlelarochon |
 | BENJAMIN STEPHENS as “CURTIS”: A smart and handsome Bounty Hunter, who is sent down to New Orleans to help his aunt and cousin with a small local conflict. However, when he arrives in New Orleans, he finds out the conflict is far from minor. officallybenstephens |
 | POOCH HALL as “FLOYD”: A well-dressed, handsome man. He is as sharp in his executions as he is in his style. The protective brother of Big Shirley. He’s one of the managers of The Midnight Blues. His connection to the local Voodoo Priestess is what keeps him well protected.  iampoochhall |
 | QUINCY BROWN as “PRINCE”: The brother of Saint and leader of the Crescent Boys. He’s truly a Prince Charming and has eyes for Lauryn Duncan despite Simone LeBlanc having more than eyes for him.  quincy |
 | DAVID BANNER as “JEAN LEBLANC”: Jean LeBlanc comes from a long lineage of New Orleans residents. However, his family’s land and property were stolen by the establishment over a century ago. It’s his plan to take it all back and take over The Midnight Blues Casino.  davidbanner |
 | YVETTE NICOLE BROWN as “MONIQUE”:The very sassy and smart right-hand woman, cousin and best friend to Big Shirley. She always has her ear to the ground and stays ready for whatever is ahead.  yvettenicolebrown |
 | ORLANDO JONES as “GABRIEL”: The mysterious man that is looking to relive his past encounter with Big Shirley at any cost. Fortunately for him he is a billionaire with extensive resources.  orlandojones |