
"Beyond the Gates" is set in a leafy Maryland suburb just outside of Washington D.C., and in one the most affluent African American counties in the United States. At the center of this community are the Duprees, a powerful and prestigious multi-generational family that is the very definition of Black royalty. But behind these pristine walls and lush, manicured gardens are juicy secrets and scandals waiting to be uncovered. And those that live outside these gates are watching closely. These are the places where the characters live, love, work and play. Those who have "made it" and those who haven't are all trying to navigate life -- and some with more grace than others.

Smitty worries that Martin's ignoring the obvious; Dani preps for a major moment, but Andre's not on board; Naomi and Jacob can't keep their promises; Kat cries foul while prepping for Ted's wedding; Eva and Izaiah recall romantic memories.

The family celebrates Dani's life and career, but a surprise guest brings old wounds to the surface; Naomi, Chelsea and Andre deal with the fallout.

Naomi encourages her dad to dig deeper; Ted gives Andre kudos for Dani; Heather gets triggered and treacherous; Leslie has devastating words for Hayley; Bill's got another thing coming.

The Duprees, a powerful and prestigious multi-generational family that is the very definition of Black royalty, live, love, work and play in a leafy Maryland suburb just outside of Washington D.C.