UB Spotlight: ‘The Family Business: New Orleans’ | A Phenomenal Spin-Off

Get ready to watch some good television starting tomorrow with the series premiere of “Carl Webers The Family Business: New Orleans” on BET+.

Two episodes premiere on January 23rd, with one episode weekly.

When the New Orleans side of the Duncan family gets caught in a vicious turf war with corrupt politicians, dirty land developers, and ruthless crime bosses all vying for the family’s nightclub business, they call on the New York Duncans to help wield their own brand of justice.

The first two episodes are going to have viewers checked in, each Thursday for the continuation of the Duncan family saga.

“You don’t know what this family is about, it’s not just about private jets and luxury cars. It’s a lifestyle built on drugs, quick business and violence.”

From the books, we already know the story is phenomenal. Some of the absolute best actors of the last four decades come together in this explosive crime drama, with a spice of comedy.

Associate Producers Brandon T. Jackson and Lela Rochon lead the pack of standout performances.

Followed by David Banner and Erica Hubbard, with Yvette Nicole Brown bringing the comedy and Pooch Hall executing a strong performance as Floyd.

The spin-off of the original “Carl Webers The Family Business,” starts with a murder of a mobster, which could lead a path straight to the Duncans.

Viewers of the series are going to love, seeing family from the original series, make appearances in the series premiere. A fan-favorite from the original series Sebastian from Florida, also finds himself mixed in with the New Orleans Duncans.

No series could be shot in New Orleans, without the beautiful New Orleans scenery, seen throughout the episodes.

The lead-in episodes do not disappoint and by episode two, we see exactly how ruthless the New Orleans Duncans can really be!

Welcome to a new branch of the Duncan family tree, known for their popular casino/nightclub ‘Midnight Blues’ where tourists, titans of industry, and trap kings & queens party side-by-side.

But the club also holds secrets so dark that it could turn the vibrant city of New Orleans upside down. Facing threats at every turn, the Duncans try to keep their family safe and put their complicated pasts to the side for the greater good of their enduring legacy in the NOLA.

UB spoke to Brandon T. Jackson recently about another project and we asked him if he had yet portrayed his ideal role yet? “The Family Business: New Orleans” is the closest, definitely! When you see The Family Business: New Orleans, hopefully we circle back and do an interview on that.” Brandon went on to say; “That one right there bro, that’s close. Action, I own a Casino, great cast! We got Lela Rochon, David Banner, Quincy Brown, Orlando Brown is in it, plays my brother. He’s such a great actor, everybody is in that thing. Pooch Hall plays my uncle.”

Check Out The Trailer!

Meet The 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.