David Oyelowo is returning to the 1960s, but this time he’s moving from drama to comedy, taking on the character of an inventor and ex-criminal who wants to provide his family with a better life. However, as the tagline for the new AppleTV+ series suggests, “second chances aren’t always that straightforward.” The strange world in which the Chambers family resides adds another layer of complexity to their second chance at life. You can get a feel for what we mean without waiting for the series premiere, as AppleTV+ has now released a trailer you can watch immediately.
Making an appearance now to share exciting news (read on to discover more!), the trailer for “Government Cheese” is unveiled, transporting us back to the San Fernando Valley of 1969. The official summary reveals that we encounter the Chambers family, a peculiar group with ambitious and seemingly unattainable aspirations, who are blissfully free from the constraints of reality. Are they like this in your opinion? You can find out by continuing to read below and watching the trailer for yourself!
‘Government Cheese’ Wants To Re-Imagine The Drill…And Then Some!
So what, exactly, is Government Cheese about? Well, according to the series’ official synopsis:
Upon his release from prison, Hampton Chambers (David Oyelowo) finds that his long-anticipated homecoming is not what he expected. While he was away, his wife Astoria (Simone Missick) and sons Einstein (Evan Ellison) and Harrison (Jahi Di’Allo Winston) have created a unique bond, which causes confusion when Hampton returns, disrupting their lives and creating chaos in the process.
According to the trailer, it appears that Hampton’s self-sharpening drill is only part of the story. The narrative also encompasses local gangsters, old friends, an owl, a film set, a woman who seems like a cult leader, and possibly a rocket ship. Southern California has always been quite unusual – which is why such a significant portion of the series is based on the real-life experiences of creator and director Paul Hunter, growing up in Chatsworth, California during that period.
In an interview with Variety, Hunter revealed that the character played by Oyelowo was inspired by his own father. “My father was imprisoned,” he said, “but whenever we visited him, he was always full of ideas about various projects he wanted to undertake.” He was a very optimistic and creative person. My mother was also very creative. We all shared that dreamer’s spirit, and it was my father who led us. Upon reflection, I realized that he was more than just a troubled man. He had a purpose. He had something valuable to offer.
It goes without saying that we’re eagerly anticipating the audience’s reaction following its premiere at SXSW. This 10-episode comedic series will kick off with the first four episodes on April 16, 2025, with fresh installments released every week after that.
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2025-03-07 03:07