Episode 1
Keep Your Plants Watered, Bitch.
After a shocking discovery forces her to make a fresh start, a heartbroken Mavis lets loose during a night out and keeps it real with an old associate.
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TV series
Survival of the Thickest
2023TV-MA3 seasons6.8 / 10
Thick girls are having a mo'ment.
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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Checked Jul 22, 2026
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Synopsis
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.
Season 1 episodes
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Episode 2
Be a Bad Boss Bitch, Bitch!
While adjusting to life as a newly single woman, Mavis takes on a styling gig for a former supermodel who goes viral and inspires a new perspective.
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Episode 3
You Did What in Public, Bitch?
Mavis springs into action when a drag queen has a wardrobe malfunction and a late-night date with a charming stranger turns into a sticky situation.
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Episode 4
Are You Crying, Bitch?
While preparing for a high-profile wedding, Mavis juggles client demands and romantic dilemmas. Marley receives a tempting offer. Khalil shoots his shot.
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Episode 5
It’s Any Given Sunday, Bitch!
A drop-in visit from an unexpected guest has Mavis questioning her decisions and long-distance relationship. A racist encounter catches Khalil off guard.
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Episode 6
Do the Right Thang, Bitch.
Booked and busy, Mavis secures a dream job styling a lingerie launch celebrating body positivity but struggles to set boundaries when conflicts arise.
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Episode 7
Let It Out, Bitch!
A health emergency pushes an anxious Mavis to find a release and weigh her options as her parents pressure her to give an old flame a second chance.
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Episode 8
For a Bigger Purpose, Bitch.
A tense dinner puts Khalil in the hot seat. While throwing a special teen prom, Mavis gets caught in a predicament and must decide what her heart wants.
Where to watch Survival of the ThickestEpisode information updated Jul 22, 2026
More about Survival of the Thickest
Cast
Michelle ButeauMavis Beaumont
Tone BellKhalil
Tasha SmithMarley
Taylor SeléJacque
Jordan CarlosJordan
Monnae MichaellLoretta
Ambre AndersonDr. Britta
Donovan Louis BazemoreCooperCredits
- Created by
- Michelle Buteau, Danielle Sanchez-Witzel
- Written by
- Michelle Buteau, Solomon Georgio, Ian Edwards, Danielle Sanchez-Witzel, Grace Edwards, Julia Lindon, April Korto Quioh, Hillary Handelsman
Production details
- Status
- Ended
- Series type
- Scripted
- Episodes
- 24
- Original language
- English
Networks & production
Netflix
A24United States- MosaicUnited States
Themes
based on novel or bookfashionfeel-goodhilariousromcomsarcasticunderdogwitty
