The Porter

Train porters and best friends JUNIOR MASSEY and ZEKE GARRETT are galvanized to take different – and dangerous – actions after a tragedy occurs on the job.

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.

Junior starts a gambling sideline backed by Queenie. Zeke’s pursuit of union integration costs the community. Lucy finds her Stardust dream at risk.

Junior gets a chilling glimpse at Queenie’s capacity for violence. 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.

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.

Dinger blackmails Junior. A brothel raid puts Marlene and her clinic in jeopardy. Zeke leverages an unlikely ally to put integration to a vote.

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.