Are you looking for a fun new series to binge and get excited about? Well, have you heard of Survival of the Thickest? Netflix is gearing up to release this new comedy series, Survival of the Thickest, starring Michelle Buteau. Inspired by Buteau’s book of the same name, it follows the story of Mavis Beaumont, a plus-size Black woman who is newly single and trying to rebuild her life.
Not only are we excited about this, but we are also here to share with you the recently released trailer and give you a bit more information about what you can expect from this series! Survival of the Thickest is a 10-episode comedy series, produced by A24 and Michelle Buteau Productions.
The trailer is full of laughs, but it also touches on some serious themes, such as body image, self-acceptance, and finding your tribe. Michelle Buteau is a seriously hilarious and gifted comedian, and she brings her trademark wit and humor to the role of Mavis.
The supporting cast is also impressive, and it includes Nicole Byer, Gary Owen, Margaret Cho, Tone Bell, Tasha Smith, Liza Treyger, Anissa Felix, Garcelle Beauvais, Taylor Selé, Anthony Michael Lopez,…