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Season 1 – 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 1

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Critics Consensus

A genial showcase for Michelle Buteau, Survival of the Thickest is equal parts amusing and heartwarming.

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Hannah Giorgis The Atlantic 07/24/2023
Though sometimes uneven, it’s a welcome new entrant among shows that follow women rebuilding their lives, and Buteau shines in the well-deserved spotlight. Go to Full Review Craig Mathieson The Age (Australia) 07/20/2023
3/5
Too many recent Netflix series think the key to mass acceptance is lowest common denominator storytelling, but Survival of the Thickest succeeds on its own modest terms by being inclusive and goofy and satisfying. Go to Full Review Carmen Phillips Autostraddle 07/19/2023
... A truly great rom-com that’s built for summer nights and fantasies of love. It quite nearly sticks the landing, so maybe it’s unfair to have also wished it had done even more. Go to Full Review Srijoni Rudra Digital Mafia Talkies Aug 23
If you are searching for a new comedy-drama show to binge-watch, Survival of the Thickest is it. It is fun, it is refreshing, and even though there are the usual tropes, it is as real as any comedy-drama on Netflix can get. Go to Full Review Anne Brodie What She Said 03/28/2025
3/4
Buteau’s charm and warm engaging manner maker this sing. Silly stuff but it’s a joy to watch her work. Full of good intentions and smart, we hope the best comes her way, whatever that may be. Go to Full Review Shelli Nicole Vogue 10/16/2023
Buteau brings her signature wit and humor to the series, making us laugh while also highlighting the very real challenges fat and Black women face in the dating and fashion worlds. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Malik D. @Princevon May 7 The Trailer is way better than show. See more Stephen C @Stephenc 04/17/2025 Fantastic show. I've never felt so many different emotions watching anything else. It's funny. It's beautiful. It's real. See more Big G @BrickRawgers 04/13/2025 Abhorrent. Disgusting that they promote an unhealthy lead character. Being "thick" is not something to be proud of. See more Peter K @Vacadoug 04/09/2025 Hilarious and well-written! See more Erin T @RT92173170 04/03/2025 Honestly it seems like every tv show is the same anymore and this is the first original show I’ve seen in forever. The cast is top tier with everyone absolutely killing it. Just finished season two and it is shockingly better than season one. Must watch!!!! See more Kareena T @RT91574434 03/31/2025 First I will say I watched it bc I absolutely LOVE Michelle Buteau. Second, this was such a great show and was so glad when I saw it was renewed for a second season. It’s both lighthearted and funny yet deep and empowering! See more Read all reviews
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Michelle Buteau

Creator

Danielle Sanchez-Witzel

Creator

Michelle Buteau

Mavis Beaumont

Tone Bell

Khalil

Tasha Smith

Marley

Garcelle Beauvais-Nilon

Natasha

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Jul 13, 2023 Keep Your Plants Watered, B... After a shocking discovery forces her to make a fresh start, a heartbroken Mavis lets loose during a night out and keeps it real with an old associate. Details Episode 2 Aired Jul 13, 2023 Be a Bad Boss Bitch, B...! While adjusting to life as a newly single woman, Mavis takes on a styling gig for a former supermodel who goes viral and inspires a new perspective. Details Episode 3 Aired Jul 13, 2023 You Did What in Public, B...? Mavis springs into action after a drag queen has a wardrobe malfunction; a late-night date with a charming stranger turns into a sticky situation. Details Episode 4 Aired Jul 13, 2023 Are You Crying, B...? While preparing for a high-profile wedding, Mavis juggles client demands and romantic dilemmas; Marley receives a tempting offer; Khalil shoots his shot. Details Episode 5 Aired Jul 13, 2023 It's Any Given Sunday, B...! A drop-in visit from an unexpected guest has Mavis questioning her decisions and long-distance relationship; a racist encounter catches Khalil off guard. Details Episode 6 Aired Jul 13, 2023 Do the Right Thang, B... Booked and busy, Mavis secures a dream job styling a lingerie launch celebrating body positivity but struggles to set boundaries when conflicts arise. Details Episode 7 Aired Jul 13, 2023 Let It Out, B...! A health emergency pushes an anxious Mavis to find a release and weigh her options, as her parents pressure her to give an old flame a second chance. Details Episode 8 Aired Jul 13, 2023 For a Bigger Purpose, B... A tense dinner puts Khalil in the hot seat; while throwing a special teen prom, Mavis gets caught in a predicament and must decide what her heart wants. Details

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Season Info

Director
Linda Mendoza, Amy Aniobi, Kim Gatewood, Kim O. Nguyen
Creator
Michelle Buteau, Danielle Sanchez-Witzel
Executive Producer
Danielle Sanchez-Witzel, Ravi Nandan, Alli Reich, Anne Hong, Michelle Buteau, Linda Mendoza
Screenwriter
Grace Edwards, Hillary Handelsman, Michelle Buteau, E. R. Fightmaster
Network
Netflix
Rating
TV-MA
Genre
Comedy, Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date
Jul 13, 2023