Plot Synopsis

In celebration of the 40th anniversary of Janet's first album, Janet Jackson (1982), JANET JACKSON. is a two-night, four-hour docuseries that takes an unfiltered look at the untold story of this music icon. Producers filmed the documentary over three years and were granted exclusive access to archival footage and Janet's never-before-seen home videos, along with star-studded interviews. Janet is one of the best-selling and highest-earning artists in music history, and has enjoyed immense levels of success, experienced incredible tragedy, and endured a tumultuous private life in the face of extraordinary public scrutiny. With no stone left unturned, this four-episode documentary lifts the lid on her private life for the very first time and reveals some of her most intimate moments ever caught on camera. JANET JACKSON. debuted from 8-10pm ET/PT on consecutive nights -- Friday, January 28 and Saturday, January 29, 2022 -- on Lifetime, with a simulcast on A&E. The four episodes are:

"Baby Sister" (Friday, January 28, 2022 at 8pm): At the age of seven, Janet's father, tough talking Joe Jackson, puts her to work in the family show. Her father never asked if she wanted to be a performer, so it's down to Janet to find her own path.

"Control" (Friday, January 28, 2022 at 9pm): After two unsuccessful albums and a failed marriage, Janet decides that if she's going to have a musical career, it will be on her own terms. She has to take control of her life.

"That's the Way Love Goes" (Saturday, January 29, 2022 at 8pm): Janet signs multi-million dollar sponsorship contracts, lands leading roles in feature films, and becomes a sex-icon. But with news of accusations about Michael, her world comes crashing down.

"Black Diamond" (Saturday, January 29, 2022 at 9pm): Following the nipplegate controversy, Janet finds herself blacklisted. Refusing to accept defeat, friends and fans fight for her right to be recognized as a true performing legend.