BET Takes The Game

NEW YORK: BET Networks acquired the off-network cable rights to the sitcom The Game from CBS Television Distribution. 

Currently in its third season on The CW and produced by CBS Paramount Network Television, The Game stars Tia Mowry (Sister Sister) as Melanie Barnett, who is tossed into the world of professional football when her boyfriend is recruited. The series also stars Coby Bell (Third Watch), Pooch Hall (Miracle’s Boys), Hosea Chanchez (For Your Love), Brittany Daniel (White Chicks) and Wendy Raquel Robinson (The Steve Harvey Show).

"We’re excited that The Game is joining our lineup," said Barbara Zaneri, the executive VP of programming, strategy, scheduling and acquisitions for BET Networks. "As the number one rated show amongst African American viewers in broadcast television last season, it’s a series that resonates with our audience, and we’re thrilled with the long list of fresh stars associated with the series."