Nationwide — Lifetime has announced new partnerships with Queen Latifah and Taraji P. Henson, along with the network’s first microdrama project executive-produced by Taye Diggs. These moves expand Lifetime’s lineup of female-driven movies and digital storytelling.
Queen Latifah will executive-produce three Lifetime originals through her Flavor Unit Entertainment company, working with longtime partner Shakim Compere, and Taraji will produce two Lifetime films via TPH Entertainment, in partnership with Fox Entertainment Studios, with her head of production, Jamila Jordan-Theus, leading development. More details about the projects will be announced later.
According to Deadline, these partnerships build on Lifetime’s focus on culturally resonant, female-led stories, joining other creative collaborators like Mary J. Blige, Toni Braxton, and Robin Roberts. Elaine Frontain Bryant, Lifetime’s Executive VP and Head of Programming, called Latifah and Henson “extraordinary talents and dynamic producers who share Lifetime’s passion for telling powerful stories about women.”
Lifetime is also stepping into microdramas with Tides of Temptation, a vertical storytelling series tied to the upcoming film Terry McMillan Presents: Paradise with You. Taye Diggs, Autumn Federici, and Shelby Stone executive produce the project, starring Q Stenline (SwagBoyQ), Troy Brookins, Mea Wilkerson, and David John Craig. The series explores love, danger, and ambition on the island of Nevis.
The story centers on Constance, whose life is controlled by her demanding brother and abusive boyfriend. When athlete Jamal enters her life, romance and risk collide, putting everything at stake. Lifetime promises the microdrama will deliver emotional depth and cinematic quality for digital audiences. Tides of Temptation is set to premiere later this year, after the debut of Paradise with You film.
Lifetime’s 2026 slate combines star-led films with innovative digital content, showing the network’s commitment to reaching viewers beyond traditional TV while keeping its focus on women’s stories.