Kevin Hart Sets New Autobiographical Animated Series at BET+ — Watch Trailer, Get Premiere Date

Claire Franken

12 February 2025 at 4:57 pm·2-min read

Kevin Hart is transforming from comedian to cartoon.

BET+ on Wednesday released the first trailer for its new animated series Lil Kev, created and produced by Hart, who will also voice the titular character. The half-hour comedy, which is inspired by Hart’s life and comedy, will premiere on Thursday, March 6.

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Set in North Philadelphia in 1993, the series follows “12-year-old Kevin Hart, whose wild imagination and unshakable optimism constantly collide with his neighborhood’s harsh realities,” according to the official synopsis. “Through it all, Lil Kev navigates his rocky upbringing with humor, hustle, and heart, surrounded by the unforgettable characters who will propel him to comedy superstardom.”

In addition to Hart, the voice cast includes Wanda Sykes (The Upshaws) as Nancy, Kevin’s God-fearing mother who “juggles night shifts as an E.R. nurse while waging a one-woman war to keep Kev on track.” Her efforts are thwarted by Kevin’s mischievous older brother, his trainwreck father’s failed romantic gestures and Nancy’s formerly incarcerated brother, Richard Jr. (voiced by black-ish’s Deon Cole.)

The cast also includes Gerald “Slink” Johnson (White Men Can’t Jump), Jamar Neighbors (The Carmichael Show), Cree Summer (A Different World), Anjelah Johnson-Reye (MADtv) and Patricia “Ms. Pat” Williams (The Ms. Pat Show).

“I’m excited to deepen the partnership between Hartbeat and BET on a project so close to my heart,” Hart said in a statement. “With comedy veterans Wanda and Deon alongside me, we’re bringing Lil Kev to life — a hilarious celebration of stories inspired by my Philly roots, a place that will always be home to me.”

Check out the key art below, then hit the comments with your reaction to the Lil Kev news!

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