Claws

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  • TV-MA
  • 2017
  • 4 Seasons
  • 7.4  (6,764)

Claws is a comedy-drama television series that premiered on TNT in June 2017. The show follows the lives of five women who work at a nail salon in South Florida, with their crime ring as a side business. The series stars Niecy Nash as Desna Simms, the owner of the salon and the leader of the group. Desna is a strong and determined woman who is always looking for a way to improve her life and that of her community. She has a group of friends who she works with at the nail salon, including her best friend Jennifer (Jenn, played by Jenn Lyon), Polly (played by Carrie Preston), Quiet Ann (played by Judy Reyes), and Virginia (played by Karrueche Tran). Together they form a crime ring that involves money laundering for a nearby pain clinic. The show also features a number of male characters who interact with the women in their daily lives. Desna's love interest is Dr. Gregory Ruval (played by Jimmy Jean-Louis), a Haitian-born doctor who runs the pain clinic. He is also involved in the illegal activities of the gang, putting Desna in a dangerous situation. Other male characters include Hank Gluck (played by Jason Antoon), a local crime boss who is looking to expand his empire, and Roller (played by Jack Kesy), Desna's former boyfriend who returns to town and disrupts her life. The series explores themes of female empowerment, the complexities of relationships, and the struggle for power in the criminal underworld. At its core, Claws is a show about a group of women fighting to improve their lives and take control of their futures. Throughout the five seasons of the show, the characters face a number of challenges and conflicts, both in their personal lives and in their criminal activities. Desna and her friends are constantly trying to stay one step ahead of their enemies and survive in a world where the rules are constantly changing. Despite the dangerous situations they find themselves in, the women of Claws remain steadfast in their commitment to each other and their goals. They are a tight-knit group who support each other through thick and thin, and their loyalty is one of the show's defining qualities. In addition to the core cast, Claws features a number of guest stars over the years, including Franka Potente, Carrie Ann Inaba, and Mike Tyson. The show also features a number of musical performances, with some of the cast members showcasing their singing abilities. Overall, Claws is a compelling and entertaining series that explores a unique world of crime and glamour. Its diverse cast of characters and strong female leads make it a standout in the television landscape, and its mix of drama, comedy, and action keeps viewers engaged throughout. With five seasons under its belt, the show has left a lasting impact on audiences and cemented its place in the world of television.

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Seasons
Chapter Ten: Mercy
10. Chapter Ten: Mercy
February 6, 2022
Desna, our gangster queen of Palmetto, has her final showdown with her nemesis, Quiet Ann. She and her crew prepare to escape from Palmetto but Desne must jump through hoops in this explosive ending.
Chapter Nine: Wrath
9. Chapter Nine: Wrath
January 30, 2022
With the crew in shambles and the threat of the DEA looming, Desna plots an exit strategy for herself and her girls. Her plans are accelerated after Bryce kills Tony in a jealous rage and then confesses it to Uncle Daddy.
Chapter Eight: Reckoning
8. Chapter Eight: Reckoning
January 23, 2022
With the realization that Tony is an undercover DEA agent, Desna must rally her crew to avoid being taken down by the feds. But when Jenn ODs, the crew begins to uncover buried truths that threaten to unravel their tight-knit bond.
Chapter Seven: Ascension
7. Chapter Seven: Ascension
January 16, 2022
Desna vows not to rest until she has dismantled Uncle Daddy's organization from the inside out. Jenn's questionable friendship with Tony is discovered by both Desna and Bryce, threatening to destroy both relationships.
Chapter Six: Greed
6. Chapter Six: Greed
January 9, 2022
Desna opens up a second nail salon but a rival salon owner soon demands a monthly payoff, forcing Desna to take drastic measures and securing her place as a hardened gangster. Jenn's Oxy addiction spirals out of control as she forms a suspiciously close bond with Tony.
Chapter Five: Comeuppance
5. Chapter Five: Comeuppance
January 2, 2022
Feeling guilty for Jenn and Bryce losing custody of their children, Desna offers them use of her condo, where Jenn begins secretly taking Oxy to steady her nerves. After Uncle Daddy is awarded custody of the kids and then promptly misplaces them, the girls are forced to enter a foster home.
Chapter Four: Loyalty
4. Chapter Four: Loyalty
December 26, 2021
Desna and her crew begin to enjoy the benefits of their newfound success until it's discovered someone is stealing and reselling their pills under a different label.
Chapter Three: Ambition
3. Chapter Three: Ambition
December 26, 2021
Desna launches Claws Up, her new multi-level Oxy sales operation, employing some of her most loyal clients as dealers and recruiters à la Mary Kay; tension rises for the crew as they attempt to manage a criminal enterprise from the top.
Chapter Two: Vengeance
2. Chapter Two: Vengeance
December 19, 2021
Desna's plan to sell Oxy to a higher-class clientele is quickly sabotaged by Uncle Daddy and Quiet Ann, escalating the drug war.
Chapter One: Betrayal
1. Chapter One: Betrayal
December 19, 2021
With the casino gone, Desna is prepared to return to her roots as a money laundering nail mogul, which proves to be more difficult than expected, propelling her and the crew further into a world of criminality.
Description

Claws is a comedy-drama television series that premiered on TNT in June 2017. The show follows the lives of five women who work at a nail salon in South Florida, with their crime ring as a side business. The series stars Niecy Nash as Desna Simms, the owner of the salon and the leader of the group.

Desna is a strong and determined woman who is always looking for a way to improve her life and that of her community. She has a group of friends who she works with at the nail salon, including her best friend Jennifer (Jenn, played by Jenn Lyon), Polly (played by Carrie Preston), Quiet Ann (played by Judy Reyes), and Virginia (played by Karrueche Tran). Together they form a crime ring that involves money laundering for a nearby pain clinic.

The show also features a number of male characters who interact with the women in their daily lives. Desna's love interest is Dr. Gregory Ruval (played by Jimmy Jean-Louis), a Haitian-born doctor who runs the pain clinic. He is also involved in the illegal activities of the gang, putting Desna in a dangerous situation.

Other male characters include Hank Gluck (played by Jason Antoon), a local crime boss who is looking to expand his empire, and Roller (played by Jack Kesy), Desna's former boyfriend who returns to town and disrupts her life.

The series explores themes of female empowerment, the complexities of relationships, and the struggle for power in the criminal underworld. At its core, Claws is a show about a group of women fighting to improve their lives and take control of their futures.

Throughout the five seasons of the show, the characters face a number of challenges and conflicts, both in their personal lives and in their criminal activities. Desna and her friends are constantly trying to stay one step ahead of their enemies and survive in a world where the rules are constantly changing.

Despite the dangerous situations they find themselves in, the women of Claws remain steadfast in their commitment to each other and their goals. They are a tight-knit group who support each other through thick and thin, and their loyalty is one of the show's defining qualities.

In addition to the core cast, Claws features a number of guest stars over the years, including Franka Potente, Carrie Ann Inaba, and Mike Tyson. The show also features a number of musical performances, with some of the cast members showcasing their singing abilities.

Overall, Claws is a compelling and entertaining series that explores a unique world of crime and glamour. Its diverse cast of characters and strong female leads make it a standout in the television landscape, and its mix of drama, comedy, and action keeps viewers engaged throughout. With five seasons under its belt, the show has left a lasting impact on audiences and cemented its place in the world of television.

Claws is a series that is currently running and has 4 seasons (40 episodes). The series first aired on June 11, 2017.

Where to Watch Claws

Claws is available for streaming on the TNT website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Claws on demand at Google Play and Apple TV.

  • Premiere Date
    June 11, 2017
  • IMDB Rating
    7.4  (6,764)