Black stars are taking over TV this fall and we can't wait.
Discussions surrounding diversity in the media have finally reached a critical mass, and it's still evident that not everyone in the industry knows what diversity really means (we're looking at you Matt Damon). But more importantly, black and brown people are finally being represented in a variety of genres from sci-fi to comedy in new and returning series.
These diverse shows and the actors that star in them are also getting the award recognition they deserve including the Emmy-nominated performance of Taraji P. Henson as the wildly entertaining Cookie Lyon on "Empire" and Emmy-winner Viola Davis's dynamic portrayal of Annalise Keating on "How To Get Away With Murder."
Here are 15 shows with black cast-members that we can't wait to see dominate this fall.
15
"Black-ish"
Bob D'Amico
The hilarious family-oriented show, "Black-ish," will premiere September 23 on ABC. The comedic series, now in its second season, features an all-black cast and is anchored by entertainment legends Tracee Ellis Ross, Anthony Anderson, and Laurence Fishburne.
14
"How To Get Away With Murder"
Bob DâAmico
All hail Shonda Rhimes! Her newest addition to the ABC lineup is the incredibly suspenseful "How To Get Away With Murder." Tune in to watch Emmy winner Viola Davis as Annalise Keating September 24.
13
"Grey's Anatomy"
Richard Cartwright
Going strong at Season 12, "Grey's Anatomy" hasn't lost any of the qualities that made audiences fall in love with the original cast and characters. The medical drama, which has been ahead of its time in having an incredibly diverse cast since season 1, comes back to ABC on September 24.
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12
"Scandal"
Craig Sjodin
This smart and intriguing political drama will be back September 24 on ABC. "Scandal" has always kept audiences at the edge of their seat, and Kerry Washington is perfection as the ultimate fixer Olivia Pope.
11
"Empire"
James Dimmock
When "Empire" debuted on Fox last year, the drama-filled show took audiences on a ride on an emotional rollercoaster with powerhouse patriarch Lucious Lyon, played by Terrence Howard, fueding with the equally, if not more formidable, Cookie, played by Taraji P Henson. The show returns for its second season September 23.
10
"Minority Report"
Justin Stephens
Meagan Good stars as a cop in this futuristic mystery plot in "Minority Report," a new show based on the 2002 film of the same name. It premieres on Fox September 21.
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9
"Rosewood"
Justin Stephens
Morris Chestnut is the charmingly brilliant crime scene medical examiner in the cop dramedy "Rosewood." The series premieres September 23 on Fox.
8
"Gotham"
Mark Seliger
Fans of "Gotham" may be disappointed that Jada Pinkett-Smith's character is not returning for Season 2, but Jessica Lucas will be playing the new villain Tigress. The action series based in the world of Batman is back September 23 on Fox.
7
"Sleepy Hollow"
Tina Rowden
The paranormal detective thriller, "Sleep Hollow," starring Nicole Beharie, is slated to return for Season 3 to Fox on October 1.
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6
"American Horror Story Hotel"
Frank Ockenfels
Angela Bassett has been a part of "American Horror Story" for three seasons now. The creepily entertaining Emmy-winning anthology series will return to FX on October 7.
5
"Truth Be Told"
NBCUniversal
Tone Bell and Bresha Webb both star in this new diverse series about two couple that keep it real in the hilarious couples comedy "Truth Be Told," which is set to premiere for its first season October 16 on NBC.
4
"Chicago Med"
NBCUniversal
This new medical drama set in NBC's Chicago franchise series has a diverse ensemble cast that features Yaya DaCosta and S. Epatha Merkerson. Season 1 of "Chicago Med" premieres November 17.
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3
"The Player"
NBCUniversal
Wesley Snipes plays a mysterious kingpin in "The Player," a high-stakes action series about gambling on crime. The show promises to be filled with suspense, and begins its first season September 24 on NBC.
2
"The Flash"
Diyah Pera
Candace Patton portrays the love interest to the show's titular character on "The Flash." The epic superhero series comes back to the CW this fall on October 6.
1
"The Daily Show with Trevor Noah"
Peter Yang
Trevor Noah has big shoes to fill as Jon Stewart's replacement as "The Daily Show" host. Noah joins fellow black correspondents Roy Wood Jr. and Jessica Williams at the satirical news show. The stand up comic debuts in his new role September 28 on Comedy Central.
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