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Dean Lorey Dean Lorey (born November 17, 1967) is an American writer and producer whose projects include films such as ''Major Payne'' and ''Animal Crackers'', and television series which include ''Harley Quinn'', '' My Wife and Kids'', ''Arrested Developmen ...
* Michael Petok , producer = {{Plainlist, * Dave Neglia * Kameron Tarlow * Chris Arrington * Tom Ragazzo , cinematography = {{Plainlist, * Donald A. Morgan * John Simmons , editor = {{Plainlist, * Pamela Marshall * Angel Gamboa Bryant * Michael Karlich , camera =
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, first_aired = {{Start date, 2024, 10, 21 , last_aired = {{End date, 2025, 4, 28 , related = ''Poppa's House'' is an American television
sitcom A sitcom (short for situation comedy or situational comedy) is a genre of comedy produced for radio and television, that centers on a recurring cast of character (arts), characters as they navigate humorous situations within a consistent settin ...
that premiered on October 21, 2024, on
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. The series stars
Damon Wayans Damon Kyle Wayans Sr. (; born September 4, 1960) is an American stand-up comedian, actor, producer, and writer. A member of the Wayans family of entertainers, Damon performed as a comedian and actor throughout the 1980s, including a brief stint ...
as Poppa, Damon Wayans Jr. as Damon,
Essence Atkins Essence Uhura Atkins (born February 7, 1972) is an American actress. She began her career appearing on television sitcoms, before her regular role on the African-American prime-time drama '' Under One Roof'' (CBS, 1995). Atkins is best known for ...
as Ivy, and Tetona Jackson as Nina. The series was created by Damon Wayans and Kevin Hench. In April 2025, the show was canceled after one season. The series concluded with its final episode airing on April 28, 2025.


Cast and characters


Main

* Damon Wayans Sr. as Poppa, a popular New York City radio DJ. It is later revealed his full name is Damon "Poppa" Fulton. * Damon Wayans Jr. as Junior, who works for his father-in-law but wants to produce documentaries. It is later revealed his full name is Damon "Junior" Fulton. *
Essence Atkins Essence Uhura Atkins (born February 7, 1972) is an American actress. She began her career appearing on television sitcoms, before her regular role on the African-American prime-time drama '' Under One Roof'' (CBS, 1995). Atkins is best known for ...
as Dr. Ivy Reed, Poppa's new co-host * Tetona Jackson as Nina, Junior's wife who is an event planner


Recurring

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Geoffrey Owens Geoffrey Louis Owens (born March 18, 1961) is an American actor known for his role as Elvin Tibideaux on ''The Cosby Show'' (1985–1992). He is the son of the United States Congressman Major Owens. Early life and education Owens was born in Br ...
as J.J., Nina's father * Caleb Johnson as Trey, Junior and Nina's son * River Blossom as Maya, Junior and Nina's daughter *
Wendy Raquel Robinson Wendy Raquel Robinson (born July 25, 1967) is an American actress. She is best known for her roles as high school principal Regina "Piggy" Grier on The WB comedy sitcom '' The Steve Harvey Show'' (1996–2002), and as sports agent Tasha Mac ...
as Catherine, Poppa's ex-wife and Junior's mother


Notable guest stars

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Charo María Rosario Pilar Martínez Molina Baeza, professionally known by her stage name Charo, is a Spanish-born actress, singer, comedian, and flamenco guitarist who rose to international prominence in the 1960s on American television, as well ...
as herself *
Marlon Wayans Marlon Lamont Wayans (born July 23, 1972) is an American actor, comedian, writer, and producer. He is best known for his work with his brother Shawn Wayans on The WB sitcom ''The Wayans Bros.'' (1995–1999) and the comedy films ''Don't Be a M ...
as Melvin, Poppa's younger brother who is a con artist *
Vivica A. Fox Vivica Anjanetta Fox (born July 30, 1964) is an American actress and producer. She began her career on ''Soul Train'' (19821983) and played roles on the daytime television soap operas ''Days of Our Lives'' (1988) and ''Generations (American TV s ...
as Judge "Say Wha?", a judge that Junior clashes with


Episodes

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Andy Ackerman Robert Andrew Ackerman (born September 19, 1956) is an American director, producer, and script editor who is best known for his work on ''Seinfeld'', '' The New Adventures of Old Christine'' and the HBO series ''Curb Your Enthusiasm''. Early ...
, WrittenBy = Kevin Hench &
Damon Wayans Damon Kyle Wayans Sr. (; born September 4, 1960) is an American stand-up comedian, actor, producer, and writer. A member of the Wayans family of entertainers, Damon performed as a comedian and actor throughout the 1980s, including a brief stint ...
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Dean Lorey Dean Lorey (born November 17, 1967) is an American writer and producer whose projects include films such as ''Major Payne'' and ''Animal Crackers'', and television series which include ''Harley Quinn'', '' My Wife and Kids'', ''Arrested Developmen ...
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Kim Wayans Kimberly Nichole Wayans (born October 16, 1961) is an American actress. She is the sister of Keenen Ivory, Damon Sr., Marlon, Shawn, and Nadia Wayans and aunt of Damien Dante among others. She is best known for her numerous roles on the ...
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Kim Wayans Kimberly Nichole Wayans (born October 16, 1961) is an American actress. She is the sister of Keenen Ivory, Damon Sr., Marlon, Shawn, and Nadia Wayans and aunt of Damien Dante among others. She is best known for her numerous roles on the ...
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Phill Lewis Phillip David Lewis (born February 14, 1968) is an American actor, comedian, and director. He is best known for playing hotel manager Mr. Moseby on the Disney Channel series ''The Suite Life of Zack & Cody'' and its spin-off, ''The Suite Life ...
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Shawn Wayans Shawn Mathis Wayans (born January 19, 1971) is an American actor, comedian, writer, and producer. He made his debut on the comedy television series ''In Living Color'' (1990–1993). He went on to work with his brother Marlon Wayans on The WB si ...
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Phill Lewis Phillip David Lewis (born February 14, 1968) is an American actor, comedian, and director. He is best known for playing hotel manager Mr. Moseby on the Disney Channel series ''The Suite Life of Zack & Cody'' and its spin-off, ''The Suite Life ...
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Damien Dante Wayans Damien Dante Wayans (born April 15, 1980) is an American actor, screenwriter, producer and director. He is a member of the Wayans family. Early life Wayans was born in New York City. He is a member of the Wayans family, which includes Keenen Iv ...
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Production


Development

''Poppa's House'' was announced on October 10, 2022. The pilot for ''Poppa's House'' was ordered on February 8, 2023. The pilot was written by
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& Kevin Hench, and it was directed by
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. Production companies involved with ''Poppa's House'' include Amara Films, Hench in the Trench Productions, Two Shakes Entertainment, and
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, date=February 8, 2023, access-date=August 19, 2024
''Poppa's House'' was given a series order on May 9, 2023.{{cite web, last=White, first=Peter, title=''Matlock'', ''Elsbeth'' & Wayans' Family Comedy ''Poppa's House'' Ordered To Series At CBS, url=https://deadline.com/2023/05/matlock-elsbeth-wayans-comedy-poppas-house-series-order-cbs-1235361320/, website=
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, date=May 9, 2023, access-date=August 19, 2024, archive-date=September 13, 2024, archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240913023509/https://deadline.com/2023/05/matlock-elsbeth-wayans-comedy-poppas-house-series-order-cbs-1235361320/, url-status=live
''Poppa's House'' was moved to the 2024–25 season due to 2023
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-related production delays. CBS received a full season order of 18 episodes on November 7, 2024. On April 22, 2025, CBS announced the cancellation of the series, with its final episode airing on April 28, 2025.{{cite web, url=https://deadline.com/2025/04/poppas-house-canceled-cbs-no-season-2-1236373809/, title='Poppa's House' Canceled By CBS After One Season, website=Deadline Hollywood, first=Nellie, last=Andreeva, date=April 22, 2025, access-date=April 22, 2025


Casting

Upon pilot order announcement,
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and Damon Wayans Jr. were cast to series. When CBS gave a series order,
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and Tetona Jackson joined the cast in starring roles. On August 9, 2024,
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was cast in a recurring capacity. On December 20, 2023, it was reported that
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and
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are set to guest star.{{Cite web , url=https://tvline.com/casting-news/poppas-house-vivica-a-fox-cbs-1235390530/, title=Vivica A. Fox's Poppa's House Role Will Have You Asking: 'Say Wha?!' (Exclusive), first=Gabriela, last=Silva, website=TVLine, date=December 20, 2024, access-date=December 20, 2024 On February 6, 2025, it was announced that
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Filming

''Poppa's House'' is filmed at
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in
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but is set in
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Broadcast

''Poppa's House'' premiered on October 21, 2024, on
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Reception


Critical response

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reported an 86% approval rating based on 7 critic reviews.
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, which uses a weighted average, assigned a score of 62 out of 100 based on 7 critics, indicating "generally favorable" reviews.


Accolades

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Ratings

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References

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External links

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