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Season 1 – Champions

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From executive producers Mindy Kaling and Charlie Grandy, brothers Vince and Matthew are living every single man's dream. They own the fifth largest gym in Brooklyn, N.Y., date an endless string of beautiful women and share a bachelor pad in fraternal bliss. But their simple life gets complicated fast when Vince's high school fling Priya surprises him with Michael, their fabulous and feisty 15-year-old son with big city dreams. As Michael plots his rise to fame, fitness-obsessed Vince and Matthew must now work out how to be a strong and supportive family.
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Critics Consensus

Champions doesn't quite live up to its creators' comedic reputations, but a charming cast and good-natured approach to sensitive issues make it a worthwhile watch.

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Daniel D'Addario TIME Magazine 05/30/2018
The mix of precociousness and real-kid energy brought to mind Lisa Simpson-with a dose of freewheeling energy that's perfect for a moment at which out queer kids are more visible than ever. Go to Full Review Sonia Saraiya Variety 03/09/2018
With a little adjustment, "Champions" could be fantastic. The exceptionally diverse cast brings a lot to the table, and the writing is smart and fresh. But right now it's a bit too disjointed to be a complete success. Go to Full Review Jen Chaney New York Magazine/Vulture 03/09/2018
Champions is a promising comedy, one that doesn't arrive quite as fully formed as recent NBC gems like The Good Place or Great News, but that offers enough funny moments and bright spots to place it squarely in the good category. Go to Full Review Funmi Sunmonu Add This To Your List 09/08/2018
Skip it after episode three... Overall, the pilot was not funny, but there were some laugh-out-loud moments that made me see the potential it has to be something funny. Go to Full Review Joe Reid Decider 06/07/2018
In Michael, 'Champions' boasts the rare gay lead character of color on a network TV show...It's a show with a lot of heart and sharp sense of humor. Go to Full Review Joel Keller Decider 04/04/2018
We're hoping Kaling and Grandy get things together faster than they did on The Mindy Project. We don't think NBC is going to give them the same amount of time to figure out what the show is that Fox gave to Mindy. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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05/17/2022 Terrible, You can't go 1 second without knowing they're gay, they have nothing else to say. The humor is very unfunny See more 07/03/2021 On paper, with writers like Mindy Kaling (The Office) and comedian Anders Holms (Workaholics), this show should be a success. Sadly, however, Champions is a by-the-book sitcom. It follows all the typical formulas. If you liked shows like Big Bang Theory or 2 Broke Girls, then you might like this show. But if you are looking for original writing, interesting characters, or good laughs - you won't find any here. See more 03/24/2020 This show is terrible - it's so bad I've gone to the effort of setting up an RT account after all these years of using it. I have loved everything Mindy Kaling has done and thought this would be a sure fire winner. Instead, it's tired, clichéd hackneyed excuse for comedy based on the fact there's a camp gay kid within a gym environment. Please don't waste your time, I'm never going to get the time back after watching 3 episodes (I couldn't believe it would continue being so bad - it does) See more 09/25/2019 Was looking for a fun show - but omg, was this bad. Not only was the acting horrible but the plot! Who writes stuff like that and thinks it's funny? Other than stereotypes there were no plausible characters that I could even remotely relate to. DISAPPOINTED See more 04/19/2019 So funny and good!! Please renew for season 2!! :( See more 10/30/2018 Kind of stupid but in a fun way. Love Michael. See more Read all reviews
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Anders Holm

Vince

Fortune Feimster

Ruby

Andy Favreau

Matthew

Josie Totah

Michael

Mouzam Makkar

Britney

Hasan Minhaj

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Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Mar 8, 2018 Pilot Vince is living every bachelor's dream, until his high school fling drops off his estranged son. Details Episode 2 Aired Mar 15, 2018 I Think I'm Gonna Tolerate It Here Michael is desperate to see New York but is unable to because Vince still hasn't told the gym he has a secret son. Details Episode 3 Aired Mar 29, 2018 Lumps Vince, Michael, Matthew and the rest of the Champions staff struggle to figure out why they're losing female members. Details Episode 4 Aired Apr 5, 2018 My Fair Uncle Michael is just starting to fall into a rhythm with Vince and Matthew, then his mother's rich and glamorous brother unexpectedly enters the picture. Details Episode 5 Aired Apr 12, 2018 Vincemas Vince and Matthew are excited to bond with Michael on their annual camping trip; the staff celebrates Vince's absence with a secret party they call Vincemas. Details Episode 6 Aired Apr 19, 2018 Grandma Dearest Vince begrudgingly reconnects with his mother, Gayle, so Michael can complete a school project. Details Episode 7 Aired Apr 26, 2018 Matt Bomer Poster When Vince discovers a sexy poster in Michael's room, he faces the specter of giving Michael "the talk." Details Episode 8 Aired May 3, 2018 Nepotism Michael waits to hear if the musical he wrote will be picked for the freshman show; Vince is accused of treating some staff members better than others. Details Episode 9 Aired May 25, 2018 Opening Night Priya arrives unannounced; Matthew struggles with the new responsibilities Vince has given him. Details Episode 10 Aired May 25, 2018 Deal or No Deal Michael prepares for his first date; Vince and Matthew prepare to expand the gym; an unexpected offer threatens to change all of their lives. Details

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Champions — Season 1

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Season Info

Executive Producer
Charlie Grandy, Mindy Kaling, Michael Alan Spiller, Howard Klein
Network
NBC
Rating
TV-PG
Genre
Comedy
Original Language
English
Release Date
Mar 8, 2018