Government Cheese

Government Cheese

Government Cheese

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Government Cheese

"A second chance is never simple."

2025- 2025

1 Seasons

10 Episodes

3.7(15 votes)

Returning Series

Drama

Comedy

Overview

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.

Where to Watch

Stream

Apple TV

Apple TV Amazon Channel

Links & Resources

Website IMDbView

Social & External

Production Companies

Yoruba Saxon

Ventureland

Apple Studios

MACRO

Videos & Trailers

4 videos

Cast & Crew

9 members

Acting

David Oyelowo

Hampton Chambers

David Oyelowo

Acting

Simone Missick

Astoria

Simone Missick

Acting

Jahi Di'Allo Winston

Harrison

Jahi Di'Allo Winston

Acting

Evan Ellison

Einstein

Evan Ellison

Acting

Bokeem Woodbine

Bootsy

Bokeem Woodbine

Acting

Jeremy Bobb

Manny Brinks

Jeremy Bobb

Acting

Louis Cancelmi

Jean-Guy Prevost

Louis Cancelmi

Acting

Adam Beach

Rudy

Adam Beach

Acting

Mykelti Williamson

Gus

Mykelti Williamson

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