
"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.

Naomi and Jacob hit a snag in their relationship. Leslie offers to throw Eva a party, bringing up bad memories of the past.

Bill and Naomi butt heads during a legal battle; Martin and Smitty prepare for a big event with Vernon.

Anita, Leslie, Eva and Vernon face the music together; Bill's daughter drops a major bombshell; Vanessa gets vulnerable with Izaiah; Deanna reaches her breaking point and makes a big decision.

Bill grills Hayley about the latest rumors; Leslie probes for gossip about Ted and Shanice; Joey takes care of business.