Lessons
Synopsis
Loyalty is everything-until it turns deadly. After a gang shooting leaves a woman dead, Tia is blackmailed into murder to protect her best friend, Mel, one of the shooters, while hiding the truth from her sister, Detective Dana Barnes.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
Official Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2021-09-15
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Marlena C. Robinson
Tia
Johnny Williams
Melvin
Juan Alexander
Juan Alvarez
Cornelius Purnell
Kev
Kalavious Turner
Shawn
Jeri Hinds
Tonya Alvarez
Jamie Lee Williams
Jay
Gabrielle Briana
Detective Dana Barnes
Wiley Isaac Jr.
Detective Jason Bell
Iroko Anyogu
JB
Danielle Liggens
Side Chick
Salena Michelle
Teacher
Delilah Williams
Mel's Daughter
Luco Pierre
Officer Don Barnes
Marcus Noore
Officer Kulson
Ivory Lloyd
Officer Storm
Release History & Theatrical Window
February 26, 2025
VOD & Digital Platforms
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Shan Kemp
- Screenplay & Story
- Shan Kemp
- Original Score
- Sam Bybee
- Original Title
- Lessons
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 11m
- Production Studios
- FilmHub, Global Insight Productions, Screen Goat Video
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Shan Kemp
Shan Kemp
Sam Bybee
Marcel Williams
Shan Kemp
Miles Triplett, Shan Kemp
Department Leadership Roster
Shan Kemp
Director
Shan Kemp
Writer
Miles Triplett
Producer
Shan Kemp
Producer
Marcel Williams
Director of Photography
Cowyn Celess
Production Design
Shan Kemp
Editor
Montreal Loggins
Visual Effects Supervisor
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Lessons.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Lessons
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Lessons about?
Loyalty is everything-until it turns deadly. After a gang shooting leaves a woman dead, Tia is blackmailed into murder to protect her best friend, Mel, one of the shooters, while hiding the truth from her sister, Detective Dana Barnes.
Who directed Lessons?
Lessons was directed by Shan Kemp.
Who stars in Lessons?
The principal cast of Lessons includes Marlena C. Robinson, Johnny Williams, Juan Alexander, Cornelius Purnell, Kalavious Turner.
When was Lessons released and how long is it?
Lessons was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 1h 11m.
Who composed the musical score for Lessons?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Lessons was composed by Sam Bybee.