
"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.

Bill packs up his past then unpacks some angst; Dani's proven right by Vanessa; Andre receives an off-putting present; Jacob's confession leaves Naomi livid; Martin returns from Cabo to an anxious Smitty; Joey makes a bold promise, but Heather won't let up.

Nicole and Joey find common ground; Vanessa lets her guard down; Bill's ready for a fresh start; a surprise guest brings high hopes to Smitty and Martin; Naomi attempts to assuage an ally; Chelsea and Madison clash when a secret comes to light.

Dani stands her ground to Chelsea's dismay; Vernon wants Anita to break with tradition; Bill's house search puts him in the hot seat; Leslie's Thanksgiving fantasy wrestles with reality; Shanice and Ted consider independent identities; Jacob follows a juicy lead.

Chelsea encourages Kat to take the reins; Anita and Vernon open doors for Andre; Dani holds a mirror to her actions; Tomas puts his nose to the grindstone; Bill handles Jacob's secret request; Naomi makes a passionate plea to Izaiah.