“Government Cheese” is a surrealist family comedy set in 1969 San Fernando Valley that tells the story of the Chambers, a quirky family pursuing lofty and seemingly impossible dreams, beautifully unfettered by the realities of the world.
When Hampton Chambers (David Oyelowo) is released from prison, his long-awaited family reunion doesn’t go quite as he’d planned.
During his absence, Hampton’s wife, Astoria (Simone Missick), and sons, Einstein (Evan Ellison) and Harrison (Jahi Di’Allo Winston), have formed an unconventional family unit, and Hampton’s return spins their world into chaos.
Upon his return home, Hampton grapples with all the changes that occurred during his long absence.
Hampton’s first day of freedom takes several unexpected turns. Astoria gets interrupted at work.
Astoria enjoys a night out in the city, and Hampton gets sidetracked.
The Chambers kids embark on a quest, while Hampton kills two birds with one stone.
Hampton encourages Harrison to have some father-son bonding time at Lake Piru.
On the second day of the fishing trip, Hampton faces some unforeseen consequences.
During a rare moment of solitude, Astoria tries to work on her design portfolio.
Hampton makes a tough decision. Astoria takes another leap of faith.
Einstein and Hampton visit Rocketcorp, and Astoria receives some news.
Season finale. The summer solstice arrives, guiding each member of the Chambers family down a new path.
