About this season
Trapped in the Closet on the Independent Film Channel (IFC), starring Grammy-winner R. Kelly as Sylvester, is one of the most unusual creative endeavors in recent history. Originally aired in 2005 and 2007 as a series of 22 short videos, Trapped in the Closet is now available in its entirety. Perhaps the first R&B operetta artist ever, R. Kelly takes us through a musical soap opera of the lives of Sylvester, his wife Gwendolyn (Cat Wilson), and an ever-increasing circle of community members connected in some way to the couple. Sometimes comic, sometimes tragic, there are surprises at every turn. While maintaining a single melody and rhyme scheme throughout, R. Kelly masterfully weaves a tale of love and deceit, complete with cut scenes, dream sequences, and flashbacks. To add to the fun, Kelly plays several roles himself, including a narrator in an angelic white suit, a holy roller preacher, and an unrepentant pimp.
Episodes (11)
1. Chapter 23
Aired 23 November 2012
Get caught up on the many twists and turns from the first 22 chapters of “Trapped in the Closet.”
2. Chapter 24
3. Chapter 25
Aired 7 December 2012
When Pimp Lucius asks Sylvester to borrow some money, Sylvester gives him another idea.
4. Chapter 26
Aired 14 December 2012
Rufus and Cathy visit a therapist to address their relationship issues.
5. Chapter 27
Aired 21 December 2012
Rufus and Cathy make progress in their couples therapy.
6. Chapter 28
Aired 28 December 2012
Randolph is out to prove to Rosie that his libido is as strong as ever.
7. Chapter 29
Aired 4 January 2013
An infomercial from Reverend Mosely ignites a spat between Tina and Roxanne.
8. Chapter 30
Aired 11 January 2013
Twan shows off his new gun as he and Sylvester prep for an important meeting.
9. Chapter 31
Aired 18 January 2013
Rosie and Randolph get an unexpected visitor in the middle of the night.
10. Chapter 32
Aired 25 January 2013
Pimp Lucius steps outside his parents house to deal with his hoes.
11. Chapter 33
Aired 25 January 2013
Slyvester and Twan find themselves in over their head as they sit down for a meeting with a notorious gangster.