“Dewayne Perkins Launches ‘I Swear We’re Friends’ YouTube Skitcom Inspired by TV Classics” — what this page in the network covers. Dewayne Perkins, known for “The Blackening” and “The Studio,” is independently releasing a new digital series titled “I Swear We’re Friends” exclusively on YouTube this fall. The six-episode “skitcom” is described as a “love letter to television,” with each episode inspired by a beloved show, including “Girlfriends,” “Succession,” “24,” “My Wife & Kids,” “Charmed,” and more. Perkins is self-financing the project, which blends comedy and nostalgia to appeal to fans of classic TV.
The series marks a notable move by a rising Hollywood talent into independent digital content, bypassing traditional networks and streamers. It underscores YouTube’s growing role as a launchpad for creator-driven, episodic comedy. The show’s format—short sketches with high-concept homages—could attract both loyal TV fans and new audiences looking for fresh, shareable content. For the complete material, the listing points back to the source inside the network.