The Porter

Two train porters take different paths after a tragedy on the job, as Zeke vows to fight for better working conditions and Junior looks to expand his bootlegging operation in Chicago.

Junior finds himself in debt to notorious Chicago gangster Miss Queenie. Zeke takes a risk to advance his cause. Lucy's new relationship impacts her career. Marlene makes an unlikely friend.

Junior attempts to settle his debt with Queenie, Zeke suspects his unionization efforts are being undermined by a mole, and Marlene pushes for a Black-owned community clinic.

Junior gets a chilling glimpse at Queenie's capacity for violence. Zeke and Marlene's road-trip reignites an old spark. Lucy's big debut as a featured performer makes her contemplate a different path.

Queenie tries to keep Junior close. Fay offers Marlene some help for her clinic. Zeke's proximity to Edwards leads to a devastating truth. Lucy may have found her ticket to the big time.

Junior takes a risky new angle on Queenie's numbers game. Marlene's split focus leads to a mother's worst nightmare. Zeke seizes an opportunity to show the power of unity. Lucy bets on herself.

Dinger blackmails Junior. A brothel raid puts Marlene and her clinic in jeopardy. Zeke leverages an unlikely ally to put integration to a vote. Lucy's new shot at stardom could cost her everything.

Junior tries to eliminate his greatest threats. Marlene's efforts to reconcile with Fay could be too late. Lucy faces the consequences of her betrayal. Zeke makes a final plea for union integration.