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Survival of the Thickest
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Survival of the Thickest

2023-07-13 · 27 min / episode · ★ 6.8

Comedy · Drama

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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Creators
Michelle Buteau, Danielle Sanchez-Witzel
Production companies
A24, Mosaic
Countries
United States of America
Status
Ended

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Michelle ButeauMichelle ButeauMavis Beaumont

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