Survival of the Thickest
Black, plus-size and newly single, Mavis Beaumont 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, a positive attitude, and a cute v-neck with some lip gloss.
Main Cast
Michelle Buteauas Mavis Beaumont
Tone Bellas Khalil Holland
Marouane Zottias Luca Berrada
Tasha Smithas Marley
Episode Guide
Season 1
- Episode 1: Keep Your Plants Watered, Bitch.
Aired: Jul 13, 2023After 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.
- Episode 2: Be a Bad Boss Bitch, Bitch!
Aired: Jul 13, 2023While 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.
- Episode 3: You Did What in Public, Bitch?
Aired: Jul 13, 2023Mavis 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.
- Episode 4: Are You Crying, Bitch?
Aired: Jul 13, 2023While preparing for a high-profile wedding, Mavis juggles client demands and romantic dilemmas. Marley receives a tempting offer. Khalil shoots his shot.
- Episode 5: It's Any Given Sunday, Bitch!
Aired: Jul 13, 2023A drop-in visit from an unexpected guest has Mavis questioning her decisions and long-distance relationship. A racist encounter catches Khalil off guard.
- Episode 6: Do the Right Thang, Bitch.
Aired: Jul 13, 2023Booked and busy, Mavis secures a dream job styling a lingerie launch celebrating body positivity but struggles to set boundaries when conflicts arise.
- Episode 7: Let It Out, Bitch!
Aired: Jul 13, 2023A 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.
- Episode 8: For a Bigger Purpose, Bitch.
Aired: Jul 13, 2023A 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.
Season 2
- Episode 1: When in Rome, Bitch!
Aired: Mar 27, 2025A lovestruck Mavis is swept off her feet in a sexy Roman rendezvous. But unresolved decisions from the past may complicate her future with Luca.
- Episode 2: Dreams Do Come True at Afropunk, Bitch.
Aired: Mar 27, 2025At the Afropunk festival, Mavis seizes the opportunity to elevate a celebrity's style, while Marley catches the eye of a charismatic councilwoman.
- Episode 3: You Can Heaux Your Own Way, Bitch.
Aired: Mar 27, 2025Feeling frisky, Mavis expands her dating pool. Khalil works up the courage to seek guidance. Marley's competitive streak surfaces during a date.
- Episode 4: Mind Ya Business, Bitch!
Aired: Mar 27, 2025Having outgrown her workspace, Mavis makes a risky change. Khalil's irresponsible mother lands him in a tight spot — until a lucrative way out appears.
- Episode 5: A Change Gon' Come, Bitch?
Aired: Mar 27, 2025An anxious supermodel inspires Mavis to prove that sexiness has no expiration date. Marley copes with a rare emotion: vulnerability.
- Episode 6: The Category is Love, Bitch.
Aired: Mar 27, 2025Mavis juggles one man too many at Peppermint's wedding. Khalil's artistic block threatens to derail everything he's worked for.
- Episode 7: You Best Come Correct, Bitch.
Aired: Mar 27, 2025A shipment of ill-fitting dresses puts Mavis in conflict with an arrogant designer — and at the forefront of a movement for "oddie bodies" everywhere.
- Episode 8: It’s Not A Mo’Ment, It’s A Movement, Bitch!
Aired: Mar 27, 2025After stirring up controversy on a popular podcast, Mavis proposes an unlikely collaboration that could revolutionize plus-size fashion.
Season 3
- Episode 1: Three's The Magic Number, Bitch.
Aired: Jul 2, 2026A confident Mavis turns heads at the "Oscars of fashion" — but a surprise shift in her motherhood timeline has her and Luca rethinking what comes next.
- Episode 2: Happy New Year's, Bitch!
Aired: Jul 2, 2026On a lit New Year's Eve, Mavis, Luca and Khalil race from one party to another as a string of mishaps threatens to derail their big night out.
- Episode 3: Reclaiming My Time, Bitch.
Aired: Jul 2, 2026Mavis serves fierce looks at a magazine photo shoot — but can't ignore the sting of a shady betrayal. A family visit reshapes Khalil's self-perception.
- Episode 4: C'est La Vie, Bitch!
Aired: Jul 2, 2026At Paris Fashion Week, Mavis makes a buzzy move and stands her ground against a powerful insider. Back in New York, Khalil and Luca connect on the court.
- Episode 5: Good Grief, Bitch.
Aired: Jul 2, 2026When Mavis faces a personal challenge, Luca, Khalil and her chosen family step up to help her find a way back to herself.
- Episode 6: Make It Work, Bitch.
Aired: Jul 2, 2026A heartfelt investor pitch helps Mavis sharpen her voice and vision. As Luca faces a sea of red tape, a surreal trip leaves Khalil with plenty to unpack.
- Episode 7: Ti Amo, Bitch!
Aired: Jul 2, 2026On a day filled with laughter and joy, Mavis and Luca create a moment that's uniquely their own. A game-changing development sends Khalil spinning.
- Episode 8: It's Survival of the Thickest, Bitch.
Aired: Jul 2, 2026Facing a turning point, Mavis clears the air with Khalil and shares a major decision with Luca, setting the stage for a future rooted in self-belief.