The BEST episodes of She's Gotta Have It

Every episode of She's Gotta Have It ever, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of She's Gotta Have It!

A Brooklyn-based artist in her late twenties finds it difficult to define what she wants from her personal and professional life.

Last Updated: 1/2/2024Network: NetflixStatus: Ended
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#4MyNegusAndMyBishes (ALL WORDS MATTER)
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7.83
78 votes

#1 - #4MyNegusAndMyBishes (ALL WORDS MATTER)

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 11/23/2017

Nola faces challenges at her new teaching job, Jamie learns his son has made a startling viral video, and Shemekka takes a decisive step.

Directors: Spike Lee
#NolasChoice (3 DA HARD WAY)
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7.64
67 votes

#2 - #NolasChoice (3 DA HARD WAY)

Season 1 - Episode 10 - Aired 11/23/2017

Awkward surprises, a bold new work of art and the sweet sounds of Prince turn a holiday feast into an unforgettable night.

Directors: Spike Lee
Writer: Spike Lee
#BootyFull (SELF ACCEPTANCE)
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7.59
95 votes

#3 - #BootyFull (SELF ACCEPTANCE)

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 11/23/2017

While Nola works through the aftermath of a disturbing encounter, her friend Shemekka considers changing her body to boost her earning potential.

Directors: Spike Lee
Writer: Radha Blank
#LBD (LITTLE BLACK DRESS)
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7.59
82 votes

#4 - #LBD (LITTLE BLACK DRESS)

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 11/23/2017

After a setback, Nola tries to regain her power and confidence with help from a little black dress. But the effect isn't what she hoped.

Directors: Spike Lee
Writer: Lynn Nottage
#IAmYourMirror
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7.57
23 votes

#5 - #IAmYourMirror

Season 2 - Episode 9 - Aired 5/24/2019

Friends, former lovers and fellow artists turn out for Nola's first solo show, where a provocative new piece stirs up strong emotions.

Directors: Spike Lee
Writer: Eisa Davis
#LuvIzLuv (SEXUALITY IS FLUID)
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7.56
85 votes

#6 - #LuvIzLuv (SEXUALITY IS FLUID)

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 11/23/2017

Fed up with the toxic energy in her life, Nola embarks on a man cleanse. That doesn't mean her lovin' bed is empty, though.

Directors: Spike Lee
Writer: Eisa Davis
#I'mFeelingMyFeelings
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7.49
41 votes

#7 - #I'mFeelingMyFeelings

Season 2 - Episode 1 - Aired 5/24/2019

Eighteen months later, as Nola navigates a committed relationship with Opal, Mars finds himself out of work and in need of a place to crash.

Directors: Spike Lee
Writer: Spike Lee
#HeGotItAllMixedUp (DYSLEXIA)
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7.45
69 votes

#8 - #HeGotItAllMixedUp (DYSLEXIA)

Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 11/23/2017

Emotions run high as Nola prepares for her art opening -- and her men realize they aren't invited to the big night. Shemekka makes her dancing debut.

Directors: Spike Lee
Writer: Cinqué Lee
#DaJumpoff (DOCTRINE)
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7.43
135 votes

#9 - #DaJumpoff (DOCTRINE)

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 11/23/2017

Brooklyn artist Nola lays down her philosophy on sex and freedom between visits from her three lovers: thoughtful Jamie, playful Mars and cocky Greer.

Directors: Spike Lee
#ChangeGonCome (GENTRIFICATION)
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7.41
66 votes

#10 - #ChangeGonCome (GENTRIFICATION)

Season 1 - Episode 9 - Aired 11/23/2017

Amid rising tensions in the neighborhood, Nola tries to channel all her energy into her art. But she soon finds herself thrust into the spotlight.

Directors: Spike Lee
Writer: Radha Blank
#SuperFunkyCaliFragiSexy
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7.40
25 votes

#11 - #SuperFunkyCaliFragiSexy

Season 2 - Episode 5 - Aired 5/24/2019

As Brooklyn celebrates Prince at the Purple People Party, Nola snaps portraits for earWave. Septima rehearses a play with George C. Wolfe.

Directors: Spike Lee
#NationTime
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7.37
27 votes

#12 - #NationTime

Season 2 - Episode 4 - Aired 5/24/2019

In Martha's Vineyard, Nola gets a chance to learn from artists like Carrie Mae Weems and Amy Sherald. But an unwelcome surprise throws her off her game.

Directors: Spike Lee
Writer: Radha Blank
#HowToMakeLoveToANegroWithoutGettingTired
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7.28
61 votes

#13 - #HowToMakeLoveToANegroWithoutGettingTired

Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 11/23/2017

Greer decides it's time to break the rules. Meanwhile, Nola stews over a review from a critic, and Jamie slips into a confusing spiral.

Directors: Spike Lee
Writer: Joie Lee
#WhenYourChickensComeHometoRoost
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7.21
24 votes

#14 - #WhenYourChickensComeHometoRoost

Season 2 - Episode 6 - Aired 5/24/2019

Clorinda contends with mounting pressure from Danton and romantic tensions with Mars. Skylar confronts Nola about her relationship with Jamie.

Directors: Spike Lee
#ConeyIslandIsTheEndOfTheLine
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7.20
25 votes

#15 - #ConeyIslandIsTheEndOfTheLine

Season 2 - Episode 2 - Aired 5/24/2019

Amid rising tensions with Opal, Nola weighs an offer to use her street art in an ad campaign and has an unsettling run-in at Skylar's school.

Directors: Spike Lee
Writer: Cinqué Lee
#LoveDontPayDaRent (IF YOU DON'T KNOW ME BY NOW)
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7.19
63 votes

#16 - #LoveDontPayDaRent (IF YOU DON'T KNOW ME BY NOW)

Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired 11/23/2017

Nola veers between joy and panic when two sudden changes of fortune leave her scrambling to cover her bills. Jamie turns to an old friend for help.

Directors: Spike Lee
#OhJudoKnow?
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7.17
24 votes

#17 - #OhJudoKnow?

Season 2 - Episode 7 - Aired 5/24/2019

Nola, Mars, Shemekka and Winny take an eye-opening trip to San Juan, Puerto Rico, to deliver money for hurricane relief efforts.

Directors: Spike Lee
#LuvStings
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7.12
26 votes

#18 - #LuvStings

Season 2 - Episode 3 - Aired 5/24/2019

Feeling raw, Nola cleans house and goes back to therapy. Meanwhile, Shemekka returns to the motel where she got her injections.

Directors: Spike Lee
Writer: Jocelyn Bioh
#OnTheComeUpTheComeDown&TheComeRound
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6.41
22 votes

#19 - #OnTheComeUpTheComeDown&TheComeRound

Season 2 - Episode 8 - Aired 5/24/2019

During a launch party for her hair care line, Shemekka forces Nola and Clo to hash out their problems. The earWave campaign takes a maddening turn.

Directors: Spike Lee
Writer: Joie Lee