September 12, 2019

OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network announced today that Queen Sugar has been picked up for a fifth season. The good news comes with the day after the drama's Season 4 finale, which capped another solid run that drew continued praise and solid ratings.

Co-created and executive produced by Oprah Winfrey, Queen Sugar follows estranged sisters who reunite in Louisiana after inheriting their father's sugarcane farm. Showrunner Anthony Sparks will back in Season 5, making him the drama's first multi-season showrunner.

Look for Season 5 of Queen Sugar to premiere in mid-2020.