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Survival of the Thickest

  • TV Series
  • 2023–
  • TV-MA
  • 28m
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7.5/10
6.4K
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Michelle Buteau in Survival of the Thickest (2023)
Black, plus-size and newly single, Mavis unexpectedly finds herself having to rebuild her life after putting all her eggs in one man's basket, but she's determined to not only survive but thrive with the support of her chosen family.
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Black, plus-size and newly single, Mavis unexpectedly finds herself having to rebuild her life after putting all her eggs in one man's basket, but she's determined to not only survive but th... Read allBlack, plus-size and newly single, Mavis unexpectedly finds herself having to rebuild her life after putting all her eggs in one man's basket, but she's determined to not only survive but thrive with the support of her chosen family.Black, plus-size and newly single, Mavis unexpectedly finds herself having to rebuild her life after putting all her eggs in one man's basket, but she's determined to not only survive but thrive with the support of her chosen family.

  • Creators
    • Michelle Buteau
    • Danielle Sanchez-Witzel
  • Stars
    • Michelle Buteau
    • Tone Bell
    • Tasha Smith
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    • Creators
      • Michelle Buteau
      • Danielle Sanchez-Witzel
    • Stars
      • Michelle Buteau
      • Tone Bell
      • Tasha Smith
    • 44User reviews
    • 21Critic reviews
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    • Awards
      • 1 win & 19 nominations total

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    Michelle Buteau
    Michelle Buteau
    • Mavis Beaumont
    • 2023–2025
    Tone Bell
    Tone Bell
    • Khalil
    • 2023–2025
    Tasha Smith
    Tasha Smith
    • Marley
    • 2023–2025
    Marouane Zotti
    Marouane Zotti
    • Luca
    • 2023–2025
    Peppermint
    Peppermint
    • Peppermint
    • 2023–2025
    Liza Treyger
    Liza Treyger
    • Jade
    • 2023–2025
    Becca Blackwell
    Becca Blackwell
    • Day
    • 2023–2025
    Anissa Felix
    Anissa Felix
    • India
    • 2023
    Jerrie Johnson
    Jerrie Johnson
    • Daphne
    • 2025
    Anthony Michael Lopez
    Anthony Michael Lopez
    • Bruce
    • 2023–2025
    Garcelle Beauvais
    Garcelle Beauvais
    • Natasha…
    • 2023–2025
    Taylor Selé
    Taylor Selé
    • Jacque
    • 2023
    Tika Sumpter
    Tika Sumpter
    • Simone
    • 2025
    Alecsys Proctor-Turner
    Alecsys Proctor-Turner
    • Nala
    • 2025
    Allan K. Washington
    Allan K. Washington
    • Trent
    • 2023–2025
    Donovan Louis Bazemore
    Donovan Louis Bazemore
    • Cooper
    • 2023
    Solomon Georgio
    Solomon Georgio
    • Queen Solomon
    • 2023–2025
    Hassan Johnson
    Hassan Johnson
    • Dr. Lawrence
    • 2025
    • Creators
      • Michelle Buteau
      • Danielle Sanchez-Witzel
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    10brooksrodrigue

    So I just started the first episode, but I've been laughing so hard I give it a 10 out of 10

    I've been having a lot of fun so far. I'll give an updated review later on but so far laughing my ass off! L O L! I love Michelle she is a delight. It is so fun keep it coming!!!!! She is such a silly mess!!! I love it!!!!! I love her personality. It's so relatable but at the same time edgy and Fun, it's very refreshing. I love Michelle! This show is great! Also, I love that even when she thought of giving up she kept going thank you it's motivating it's inspiring but it's fun it's not preachy as she said it's the "mo-ment!" I just finished the first episode and loved everything about it down to the music!!!
    ms_oes

    This is a niche treasure.

    If you not of a certain population or display hatred towards certain populations, you will not be desiring to watch this wonderful creation by Michelle Buteau. It definitely appeals to those who are real and have real lives. This show is a masterpiece of realness. Keep it up. Everyone will not like it but there is no need to bashed it. Just move on. I love it. The show features people who make of real life and surround the world daily. If you want to open your mind watch the show to experience difference that exist in the world through this show. I am so glad there is a show which really appeals to the world.
    10torirgreen

    WAIT THIS IS SUCH A GOOD SHOW?!

    I've never actually cared enough to write a review for something but this show was so beautifully done. I cried, I lol'd, and I said "as you should" way too many times. If your feelings are valid could be a show this would be it. So many relatable moments to make it feel real and the self aware characters are giving me life.i honestly wish this show was longer and that more people would watch it because it is such a beautiful take on how to make lemonade out of the sour lemons that life throws at all of us. I will be recommending this show to my two friends. 10/10 would binge watch and cry again.
    7alinafin101

    Walks a fine line of sappy

    This show is sweet, funny, inclusive, romantic. Why am I so jaded that I thought things will go off the rails, waiting for a betrayal (I mean besides the obvious one in the first episode). These characters are supportive, committed to growth, and growing. They say the right things during tense moments and mostly make the right decisions. I admit it made me even cry sometimes. It does walk a very very fine line of sappy and sometimes even preachy. I'd have rated it a bit higher if I didn't have a slight fear it can tilt into that territory. Still! I binged all 8 episodes and can't wait for second season. Also, watch Michelle's stand ups!
    6benderangelika

    Hard to dislike, hard to call it actually good

    I'm so on the fence, I enjoyed the show which is really all you can ask for from a Netflix show these days but this one was just so over the top trying to include every thing and everyone. At one point it just felt forced. The cast overall was great even though none of them were actually good actors, least of all the main actress (which I think is one of the prettiest women ever and look wise as amazing for the part) but I mean... Sometimes I actually didn't know she was being ironic or sincere because her acting was so bad. Her energy made up for it though. Story wise it was good, the humor and the jokes often good but too flat at times.

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    • Release date
      • July 13, 2023 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Official site
      • Netflix Site
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • 厚片女孩的生存之道
    • Filming locations
      • New York, USA
    • Production companies
      • A24 Television
      • A24
      • Mosaic
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      • 28m
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      • Dolby Digital
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      • 16:9 HD

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