Government Cheese
A second chance is never simple.
TV-MA2025•3.7/10
DramaComedy
Ratings
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3.7/10(23)
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.
Production
Yoruba Saxon, Ventureland, Apple Studios, MACRO, Street Carr Productions
Language
EN
Status
Canceled
First Aired
April 15, 2025
Last Aired
May 27, 2025
Networks
Apple TV
Created By
Aeysha Carr, Paul Hunter
Trailers & Videos
Where to Watch
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Seasons & Episodes
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Season
E1
The Gospel of Kenny Sharp
Air date: 2025-04-15
On the heels of his return home, Hampton reckons with all the changes that took place during his long absence.
E2
Trial and Error
Air date: 2025-04-15
Hampton's first day of freedom takes a few surprising turns. Astoria gets interrupted at work.
E3
Two Doors
Air date: 2025-04-15
Astoria enjoys a night out on the town, and Hampton gets sidetracked.
E4
A Long Road Home
Air date: 2025-04-15
The Chambers kids embark on a quest, while Hampton kills two birds with one stone.
E5
Father Facts, Figures, and Failures
Air date: 2025-04-22
Hampton coaxes Harrison into some father-son bonding at Lake Piru.
E6
Parable of Drawing in the Net
Air date: 2025-04-29
On day two of the fishing trip, Hampton faces some unexpected consequences.
E7
The Woman on the Roof
Air date: 2025-05-06
During a rare moment of solitude, Astoria attempts to work on her design portfolio.
E8
An Evening with Abraham Cohen
Air date: 2025-05-13
Hampton makes a difficult decision. Astoria takes another leap of faith.
E9
R&D
Air date: 2025-05-20
Einstein and Hampton visit Rocketcorp, and Astoria receives some news.
E10
St. Hampton
Air date: 2025-05-27
The summer solstice arrives, propelling each member of the Chambers family down a new path.
Cast
David Oyelowo
Hampton Chambers
Simone Missick
Astoria
Jahi Di'Allo Winston
Harrison
Evan Ellison
Einstein
Bokeem Woodbine
Bootsy
Jeremy Bobb
Manny Brinks
Louis Cancelmi
Jean-Guy Prevost
Adam Beach
Rudy
Mykelti Williamson
Gus
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