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Season 1 – Government Cheese

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When Hampton Chambers is released from prison, his long-awaited family reunion doesn't go quite as he'd planned; during his absence, Hampton's wife and sons have formed an unconventional family unit and Hampton's return spins their world into chaos.

Critics Reviews

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Anne Brodie What She Said If you like the peculiar, offbeat, unpredictable, far out, this is for you. Will the pain of freedom never end? Really funny, wild and definitely surreal. Also, it’s 1969 and the clothes, home décor and speech are joyously ripped from the times. Rated: 3/4 Apr 11, 2025 Full Review Alan French FandomWire Ultimately, Government Cheese still gets intriguing performances out of Missick, Woodbine, and Cancelmi to show the tone is manageable. However, it is a problem that the series struggles with at times, and the uneven execution creates some drag. Rated: 5/10 Mar 21, 2025 Full Review Jeanine T. Abraham VisAbleBlackwoman (Medium) Government Cheese made me think, what if one of my all-time favorite films, Raising Arizona, was reimagined by Black writers? The answer is that it is brilliant. Rated: 5/5 Mar 12, 2025 Full Review Nicholas Brooks CBR Government Cheese is a powerful show for conveying this idea as well as a life lesson; whether it be through connecting with Hampton, Astoria, or the rest of the family, the series is about staying true to oneself. Rated: 7/10 Mar 10, 2025 Full Review Abe Friedtanzer Awards Buzz It’s sometimes hard to find a solid point of access to get into the very distinctive mood of this show. However offbeat this show might be, Oyelowo has understood the assignment. Rated: 7/10 Mar 10, 2025 Full Review Cassondra Feltus Black Girl Nerds Government Cheese is an offbeat comedy with compelling characters, stunning 1960s-inspired visuals, and a relatable yet surreal story of resilience. Rated: 4.5/5 Mar 9, 2025 Full Review Read all reviews

Cast & Crew

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Paul Hunter

Creator

Aeysha Carr

Creator

David Oyelowo

Hampton Chambers

Simone Missick

Actor

Jahi Di'Allo Winston

Actor

Bokeem Woodbine

Actor

Episodes

Episode 1 Airs Wed Apr 16 When Hampton Chambers is released from prison, his long-awaited family reunion doesn't go quite as he'd planned; during his absence, Hampton's wife and sons have formed an unconventional family unit and Hampton's return spins their world into chaos. Details Episode 2 Airs Wed Apr 16 Trial and Error Hampton's first day of freedom takes a few surprising turns; Astoria gets interrupted at work. Details Episode 3 Airs Wed Apr 16 Two Doors Astoria enjoys a night out on the town; Hampton gets sidetracked. Details Episode 4 Airs Wed Apr 16 A Long Road Home The Chambers' kids embark on a quest; Hampton kills two birds with one stone. Details Episode 5 Airs Wed Apr 23 When Hampton Chambers is released from prison, his long-awaited family reunion doesn't go quite as he'd planned; during his absence, Hampton's wife and sons have formed an unconventional family unit and Hampton's return spins their world into chaos. Details Episode 6 Airs Wed Apr 30 When Hampton Chambers is released from prison, his long-awaited family reunion doesn't go quite as he'd planned; during his absence, Hampton's wife and sons have formed an unconventional family unit and Hampton's return spins their world into chaos. Details Episode 7 Airs Wed May 7 When Hampton Chambers is released from prison, his long-awaited family reunion doesn't go quite as he'd planned; during his absence, Hampton's wife and sons have formed an unconventional family unit and Hampton's return spins their world into chaos. Details Episode 8 Airs Wed May 14 When Hampton Chambers is released from prison, his long-awaited family reunion doesn't go quite as he'd planned; during his absence, Hampton's wife and sons have formed an unconventional family unit and Hampton's return spins their world into chaos. Details Episode 9 Airs Wed May 21 When Hampton Chambers is released from prison, his long-awaited family reunion doesn't go quite as he'd planned; during his absence, Hampton's wife and sons have formed an unconventional family unit and Hampton's return spins their world into chaos. Details Episode 10 Airs Wed May 28 When Hampton Chambers is released from prison, his long-awaited family reunion doesn't go quite as he'd planned; during his absence, Hampton's wife and sons have formed an unconventional family unit and Hampton's return spins their world into chaos. Details

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Season Info

Creator
Paul Hunter, Aeysha Carr
Executive Producer
David Oyelowo, Paul Hunter, Aeysha Carr, Charles D. King
Screenwriter
Paul Hunter, Aeysha Carr
Network
Apple TV+
Genre
Comedy
Original Language
English
Release Date
Apr 16, 2025