san fernando valley,dramedy,1960s,based on short

Government Cheese (2025)

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A second chance is never simple.

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

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Cast & Crew

Director
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    Hampton Chambers David Oyelowo
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    Astoria Simone Missick
  • Profile picture of Jahi Di'Allo Winston
    Harrison Jahi Di'Allo Winston
  • Profile picture of Evan Ellison
    Einstein Evan Ellison
  • Profile picture of Bokeem Woodbine
    Bokeem Woodbine
  • Profile picture of Jeremy Bobb
    Jeremy Bobb
  • Profile picture of Louis Cancelmi
    Louis Cancelmi
  • Profile picture of Adam Beach
    Adam Beach

Videos

Poster for Season 1

Season 1

2025

10 episodes

Season 1 of Government Cheese premiered on April 15, 2025

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Keywords

  • san fernando valley
  • dramedy
  • 1960s
  • based on short