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Season 2 – Survival of the Thickest

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Mavis Beaumont, a plus-sized Black woman, is newly single and finds herself having to rebuild her life as a struggling stylist.
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Survival of the Thickest — Season 2

Critics Reviews

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Lisa Weidenfeld Boston Globe Mar 31
I have a lot of affection for a show that has mastered the art of gentle cringe. And at a stressful time, it’s a tremendous relief to spend some time visiting Mavis’s version of Brooklyn. Go to Full Review
Tara Bennett AV Club Mar 26
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This second season benefits from tighter scripts, a steady stream of relatable and laugh-out-loud moments, and some A-plus support from Mavis’ besties, artist Khalil (Tone Bell) and sublime boss bitch Marley (Tasha Smith). Go to Full Review
Lapacazo Magrira Sandoval New York Amsterdam News Apr 25
Season 2’s eight episodes are deeply satisfying, especially the finale. Go to Full Review
Brooke Obie Black Girl Watching Apr 3
The show centers fat bodies, queer bodies, Black women’s bodies and all the intersections in between, in a way we never get to see on screen. It’s a charming, quick binge that will leave you feeling warm and fuzzy. Go to Full Review
Jen Maravegias Pajiba Apr 1
If you want to bask in the glow of queer people of color living their lives mosturized, unbothered and looking fabulous, this is the show for you. Go to Full Review
Joel Keller Decider Mar 31
As with the first season, Survival Of The Thickest rides on the effervescent confidence of Michelle Buteau, with Mavis now knowing that she took the big swing she never did before. Go to Full Review
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Jessica O Apr 28 Love this show. One of the better comedies I’ve seen lately. It can be over-the-top and ridiculous in the best way while hilariously highlighting the reality of what life can be like for a woman trying to survive and thrive in the city in her late 30s. Also love the writing and chemistry between the cast members. Season 3 better be coming! See more Stephen C @Stephenc Apr 17 Fantastic show. I've never felt so many different emotions watching anything else. It's funny. It's beautiful. It's real. See more Miss I Apr 14 I love this show so much! It's refreshing! It's funny, I love the characters. One of my favorite series! No apology for anything, and we're here for it. See more Peter K @Vacadoug Apr 9 Hilarious, well-written beautifully filmed and a surprise ending to-boot! See more Mary Anne H Apr 7 Mavis has a cute personality but just not funny and storyline doesn’t go anywhere and is not interesting. See more Read all reviews
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Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Mar 27, 2025 When in Rome, B....! A lovestruck Mavis is swept off her feet in a sexy Roman rendezvous; unresolved decisions from the past may complicate her future with Luca. Details Episode 2 Aired Mar 27, 2025 Dreams Do Come True at Afropunk, B..... At the Afropunk festival, Mavis seizes the opportunity to elevate a celebrity's style; Marley catches the eye of a charismatic councilwoman. Details Episode 3 Aired Mar 27, 2025 You Can Heaux Your Own Way, B..... Feeling frisky, Mavis expands her dating pool; Khalil works up the courage to seek guidance; Marley's competitive streak surfaces during a date. Details Episode 4 Aired Mar 27, 2025 Mind Ya Business, B....! Having outgrown her workspace, Mavis makes a risky change; Khalil's irresponsible mother lands him in a tight spot until a lucrative way out appears. Details Episode 5 Aired Mar 27, 2025 A Change Gon' Come, B....? An anxious supermodel inspires Mavis to prove that sexiness has no expiration date; Marley copes with a rare emotion, vulnerability. Details Episode 6 Aired Mar 27, 2025 The Category Is Love, B..... Mavis juggles one man too many at Peppermint's wedding; Khalil's artistic block threatens to derail everything he's worked for. Details Episode 7 Aired Mar 27, 2025 You Best Come Correct, B..... A shipment of ill-fitting dresses puts Mavis in conflict with an arrogant designer at the forefront of a movement for "oddie bodies" everywhere. Details Episode 8 Aired Mar 27, 2025 It's Not a Mo'Ment, It's a Movement, B....! After stirring up controversy on a popular podcast, Mavis proposes an unlikely collaboration that could revolutionize plus-size fashion. Details
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Season Info

Director
Kim O. Nguyen, Thembi Banks
Creator
Michelle Buteau, Danielle Sanchez-Witzel
Executive Producer
Amy Aniobi, Michelle Buteau, Anne Hong, Ravi Nandan, Alli Reich, Danielle Sanchez-Witzel, Grace Edwards
Screenwriter
E. R. Fightmaster, Solomon Georgio, Hillary Handelsman
Network
Netflix
Rating
TV-MA
Genre
Comedy, Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date
Mar 27, 2025
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