The new drama series G.R.I.T.S. (Girls Raised in the South) is now available to stream. The show follows three young women in Memphis who use roller skating as an escape from life’s challenges. This guide provides all the details on where to watch it, what the show is about, and what you can expect from the story.
Where to Watch G.R.I.T.S. Online
G.R.I.T.S. is an original series from the streaming service ALLBLK. You need an ALLBLK subscription to watch all episodes. The service focuses on Black television and entertainment.
You can get ALLBLK in several ways:
- Direct Subscription: Sign up on the ALLBLK website or app. A monthly plan costs $6.99, and a yearly plan is $69.99. New users get a free 7-day trial.
- Through Amazon or Apple TV: You can add the ALLBLK channel to your existing Amazon Prime Video or Apple TV account. This sometimes comes at a reduced price.
- Through Live TV Streaming Services: ALLBLK is also included in certain live TV packages. You can watch it on Philo, Sling TV, DirecTV Stream, and Spectrum On Demand.
The series is also available for free with advertisements on The Roku Channel.
Premise and Story of the Series
G.R.I.T.S. tells the story of three friends—Keisha, Ty, and Francis—who are trying to build their futures in Memphis. They share a deep love for roller skating, which becomes their main escape from daily struggles.
The central plot point is a local roller skating competition. The friends learn it offers a $50,000 prize, which they see as a life-changing opportunity to solve their financial problems and chase their dreams. The series follows them as they train for the competition while dealing with grief, complicated relationships, and the pressures of their environment.
Cast and Characters
The series features a cast of rising actors and established names:
- Jasmine Sargent plays Keisha, a young woman grieving the loss of her ex-boyfriend and seeking justice.
- Ashanti Harris is Ty, who is torn between pursuing a modeling career and finishing nursing school to provide for her daughter.
- Aja “Slimeroni” Canyon plays Francis, who takes care of her grandfather but gets involved in risky street activities to make money.
The supporting cast includes Thomas Q. Jones, Elise Neal, and Jerrel O’Neal. The show was created and executive produced by Deji LaRay.
Episode Release Schedule and Details
G.R.I.T.S. Season 1 has a total of eight episodes. The season premiered on October 30, 2025, on ALLBLK. New episodes were released weekly every Thursday.
The season’s episodes are:
- New Junt
- Lost in the Sauce
- Shrimps and Grits
- Big for your Bitches
- Coleslaw
- Worrisome
- God Don’t Like Ugly (Season Finale)
Each episode has a runtime of less than 40 minutes, making for a quick and engaging watch. Although the story is set in Memphis, much of the filming took place in Atlanta.
Actress Jasmine Sargent shared in an interview, “They can expect Southern charm. I honestly feel like people can expect to grow an emotional bond with so many of the characters”.
The show is rated TV-MA for mature audiences due to its themes and content.
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