
NATIVES
NATIVES follows a group of unapologetic, queer, native New Yorkers navigating adulting in the projects of NYC.
NATIVES follows a close-knit group of queer, twenty-something native New Yorkers whose lives are turned upside down by the return of 25-year-old Izzy Sanchez. After a failed attempt to start a new life in LA, Izzy comes back to the fictional Trenton Houses, prompting the group to navigate the complexities of modern relationships, friendship, and adulthood.
Inspired by creator Ronald Hinton’s experience as a gay Afro-Puerto Rican in New York City’s Public Housing, NATIVES aims to authentically shed light on and shift the narrative of these vibrant communities and the individuals who shape them.

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NATIVES Episodes 1 and 2 were made possible due to the contributions of 249 indivduals back in 2021. These people believd in our vision so much that they decided to support us financially. However, to continue the series, we need your help. If you want to see more NATIVES episodes come to life, consider contributing today to help us get episodes 3-7 to your screens!
Meet the Dream Team
Ronald Hinton
Creator/Writer/EP
Brittany Franklin
Director/Producer
Darnell Dudley
Creative Producer/Writer
Meet the Cast
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Ronald Hinton
Izzy Sanchez
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DaJuan Harris
Kai Williams
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Mar'Shon Dalton
Adrian Jones
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Mawie Bruce
Jaz Winters
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Christian Smith
Ricky Cortes
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Jade Mathis
Tiff Howard
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Julie Leon
Buela
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Donte Marquis
Julius Jones
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Omar Gonzalez
Chris Rivera
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Ian Mosley
Steven Winters