Any Day Now
“Two different lives. One incredible friendship.”
We checked 8 streaming services in India on 04 Jun 2026 at 08:21 IST
About
Any Day Now is an American drama series that aired on the Lifetime network from 1998 to 2002. The show stars Annie Potts and Lorraine Toussaint as best friends of different races who grew up in Birmingham, Alabama, in the 1960s during the peak of the Civil Rights Movement. In every episode, contemporary storylines are interwoven with a storyline from their shared past.
Cast
Annie Potts
as Mary Elizabeth Sims
Lorraine Toussaint
as Rene Jackson
Shari Dyon Perry
as Young Rene Jackson
Mae Middleton
as Young M.E. O'Brien
Olivia Hack
as Young M.E. O'Brien
Maya Goodwin
as Young Rene Jackson
Chris Mulkey
as Colliar Sims
Olivia Friedman
as Kelly Sims Williams
Donzaleigh Abernathy
as Sara Jackson
Derrex Brady
as Ajoni Williams
Dan Byrd
as Young Collier Sims
John Lafayette
as James Jackson
Calvin DeVault
as Davis Sims
Nancy McLoughlin
as Catherine O'Brien
Elise Shirley
as Teresa O'Brien
Episodes
Season 1
Unfinished Symphony
Present: Mary Elizabeth Sims, a Birmingham wife, mother, and aspiring writer, reaches out to her estranged childhood friend Rene Jackson, a prominent Washington attorney, when she returns home upon the death of her father. The friends reconcile, and Rene decides to remain in Birmingtham and take over her father's law practice. Past: It's 1962, and Mary Elizabeth and Rene strike up a friendship over a shoplifted pack of cigarettes. Rene, a recent transplant from Detroit, has difficulty adjusting to the segregated South.
Huh?
Present: Rene represents a woman whose rapist is suing her for shared custody and visitation rights to the child conceived during the rape; M.E. confronts Kelly about her failing grades at school. Past: After M.E. learns something about black families from Rene, she begins to confront the bigoted attitudes voiced by her parents and their opposition to her friendship with Rene.
Eve of Destruction
Present: Rene falls for the reporter assigned to do a story on her for the ""Birmingham Daily"" while turning down both Garrett and Graham; Colliar gets a job as a car salesman after he discovers that his back injury means that he can't do manual labor any longer; M.E. and Colliar sue their litigious and cantankerous neighbor after she has Scout impounded for knocking her down while trying to protect Davis and Kelly when she attacked them with a rake. Past: During the height of the Cuban Missile Crisis, M.E. becomes very frightened that Birmingham will be bombed and stays close to home, leading Rene to question whether they're still friends. Grandma Otis invites the girls over for a slumber party.
It's Called Depression
Present: Approaching their 26th wedding anniversary, M.E. and Colliar are at odds and they each seek out Rene for answers about the other; Rene struggles to interject a note of friendship into a relationship with a new man who doesn't seem to want anything but sex; Colliar's plans for a romantic anniversary celebration turn out well, if not out quite the way he expected. Past: After M.E. gets into a scrap with Tully, Catherine insists that she attend charm school; Colliar and M.E. share their first kiss.
Making Music with the Wrong Man
Rene helps plan a ceremony honoring her father. She asks M.E. to write a biography of her father to present at the event. In doing her research, M.E. discovers information about Rene's father's past that could be emotionally scarring for Rene. Past: ""Project C"" is going on in Birmingham (the week leading up to the march on Birmingham) and Rene and M.E. help the Jackson family prepare. Also, Rene develops her first crush, only to have her heart broken
No Comment
Present: When an old family friend who is now a city councilman asks Rene to defend him against corruption charges, Rene agrees after being convinced by some members of the black community that the charges are baseless and rooted in racism; M.E. is appalled that her friend would represent someone so lacking in ethics, and is further dismayed when Colliar excuses the man's dishonesty as ""the way of the world""; after being lied to by her client and realizing that he is guilty of the charges, Rene withdraws from the case and is subjected to hate mail and a brick thrown through the window of the Jackson home; M.E. and Rene decide that politics will be one of the very few things they don't discuss. Past: As the Jackson family prepares to participate in the March on Birmingham, M.E. gives Rene her St. Christopher medal for protection.
Please Don't Tell My Mother
Present: After M.E. finds an empty beer bottle in the living room the morning after Kelly's party, she grounds her daughter for three weeks, even though Kelly tells her she didn't see anyone drinking; Rene pleads Kelly's case to M.E. by reminding M.E. how wild her own teenage years were and M.E. tells her to mind her own business, so she remains silent when she sees Kelly sneaking out of the house; Kelly is arrested for underage drinking when the driver of the car she's riding in is pulled over for driving under the influence, and she calls Rene from jail instead of her parents, which causes another argument between M.E. and Rene; Rene represents a woman whose son was threatened by a fellow student with a gun and who tragically takes matters into his own hands when the school administration fails to move quickly enough to help him; M.E. patches up her differences with Kelly and Rene. Past: Teresa takes her revenge after she discovers M.E. and Rene spying on her makeout session with her
Courage ... It Means Heart
Mary Elizabeth solicits the help of her family and Rene in caring for her aging Grandma Otis. Meanwhile, Rene is asked to represent a boy whose family refuses to give him his inheritance because he belongs to a spiritual group they believe is a cult. Past: With Rene's help, Grandma Otis teaches M.E. how to have a loving heart.
Where does Any Day Now rank today?
Any Day Now is #1437 on the CineFlixo Daily Streaming Charts today.
- Highest: #1437
- Top 10: 0 days
- Top 100: 0 days
Watch Any Day Now Online Free — All Episodes in HD
If you've been searching for Any Day Now all episodes in HD, CineFlixo has you covered. This well-rated Inglés drama and family title from 1998 is available to stream instantly — no ads to fight through, no paid subscriptions, no annoying redirects.
About Any Day Now
“Two different lives. One incredible friendship.”
Any Day Now is an American drama series that aired on the Lifetime network from 1998 to 2002. The show stars Annie Potts and Lorraine Toussaint as best friends of different races who grew up in Birmingham, Alabama, in the 1960s during the peak of the Civil Rights Movement. In every episode, contemporary storylines are interwoven with a storyline from their shared past. Across 4 seasons and 88 episodes, originally airing on Lifetime.
Any Day Now Cast and Characters
The cast features Annie Potts (as Mary Elizabeth Sims), Lorraine Toussaint (as Rene Jackson), Shari Dyon Perry (as Young Rene Jackson), Mae Middleton (as Young M.E. O'Brien), and Olivia Hack (as Young M.E. O'Brien). Their performances are a major reason Any Day Now has built such a passionate audience.
Where to Watch Any Day Now Online
Want to watch Any Day Now online without paying? CineFlixo is the easiest way. Click play and the series starts in seconds. No popups, no "5 day trial that auto-charges" — just the show.
▶ Watch Any Day Now NowWhy People Are Watching Any Day Now
There's a reason Any Day Now keeps showing up on "must-watch" lists. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts. If you enjoy Inglés storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of show you'll end up recommending to friends.
Frequently Asked Questions about Any Day Now
Where can I watch Any Day Now online for free?
You can watch Any Day Now online free on CineFlixo. Just open the page and hit play — no signup, no subscription, full HD streaming on phone, tablet, or desktop.
How many episodes does Any Day Now have?
Any Day Now has 88 episodes across 4 seasons. All episodes are available to stream right here on CineFlixo.
Is Any Day Now good? What's the rating?
Any Day Now holds a 7.5/10 rating based on 8 reviews — well above average.
Who is in the cast of Any Day Now?
The main cast includes Annie Potts, Lorraine Toussaint, Shari Dyon Perry, and Mae Middleton, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Any Day Now available in Inglés?
Yes — Any Day Now was originally produced in Inglés and that's the version you'll stream here on CineFlixo. English subtitles are provided when available.
When was Any Day Now released?
Any Day Now first aired in 1998.
Do I need an account to watch Any Day Now on CineFlixo?
No. CineFlixo is free and you can watch Any Day Now without creating an account. Sign-up is optional — only useful if you want a personal Watchlist or to comment on episodes.
Similar Series You Might Like
If you enjoyed Any Day Now, check out A Different World, Sex and the City, NANA, Mo, and Desperate Housewives.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Any Day Now for free?
You can watch Any Day Now online for free on CineFlixo. All 88 episodes across 4 seasons are available to stream in HD without a subscription, signup, or paywall. Just open the show page and press play.
How many seasons and episodes does Any Day Now have?
Any Day Now currently has 4 seasons and a total of 88 episodes. The series status is "Ended", so the episode count may grow as new seasons are released. You can browse the full episode list on CineFlixo and continue watching from where you left off.
What is Any Day Now about?
Any Day Now is an American drama series that aired on the Lifetime network from 1998 to 2002. The show stars Annie Potts and Lorraine Toussaint as best friends of different races who grew up in Birmingham, Alabama, in the 1960s during the peak of the Civil Rights Movement. In every episode, contemporary storylines… It belongs to the Drama, Family genres.
In which language is Any Day Now originally available?
Any Day Now was originally produced in English. On CineFlixo the show is available in its original English audio, which is the most authentic way to experience the dialogue, music, and performances. Check the player options on the watch page for available subtitle tracks.
When was Any Day Now first released?
Any Day Now first premiered on August 18, 1998 (1998). The series has since concluded its run.
All Seasons
Browse every season of Any Day Now — 4 seasons in total
💬 Comments0
Join the conversation
Share your thoughts, rate episodes, and connect with other fans
Hey everyone! 👋 Welcome to the discussion.
Feel free to share your thoughts about this series — what did you love, what surprised you, which episodes are your favorites? 🎬
Got ideas for what we should add to CineFlixo? Want to suggest a series? Drop it here! We read every comment ✨
Similar English Drama Shows
More English series like Any Day Now you may enjoy
Recommended for You
Based on this series
