The Boondocks 2005
“Satire, chaos, and black humor.”
What is The Boondocks?
The Boondocks is an American animated sitcom created by Aaron McGruder, based on his comic strip of the same name. The series premiered on November 6, 2005, as part of Cartoon Network's Adult Swim programming block.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2005
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 55
- Runtime
- 22 minutes
- First aired
- Nov 6, 2005
- Last aired
- Jun 23, 2014
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- US
- Networks
- Adult Swim
- Genres
- Action & Adventure, Comedy, Animation
- Updated
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Overview
The Boondocks is an American animated sitcom created by Aaron McGruder, based on his comic strip of the same name. The series premiered on November 6, 2005, as part of Cartoon Network's Adult Swim programming block. It follows the story of Robert “Granddad” Freeman, who moves his two grandsons, Huey and Riley, from the South Side of Chicago to the affluent suburb of Woodcrest, seeking a safer and more comfortable life. However, the contrasting worldviews of the politically conscious Huey and the street-smart Riley lead to cultural clashes and satirical commentary on suburban life and American society. The show has been praised for its sharp humor and social criticism, and has aired in syndication outside the United States. It has also been released on DVD and other home media formats, and continues to be available through various streaming platforms.
Should you watch it?
“A grandfather moves his two grandsons to the suburbs, disrupting his quiet life with their chaotic antics.”
- sharp social commentary
- distinctive animation style
- memorable character dynamics
- contains controversial humor
- mature themes throughout
Watch it if you enjoy satirical animated sitcoms that explore cultural and social themes.
The series features mature themes and language intended for adult audiences.
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Episode guide
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Season 1 · 15 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide & lore primer →- E1 The Garden Party Mytharc Nov 6, 2005
- E2 The Trial of Robert Kelly Core Nov 13, 2005
- E3 Guess Hoe's Coming to Dinner Core Nov 20, 2005
- E4 Granddad's Fight Core Nov 27, 2005
- E5 A Date with the Health Inspector Core Dec 4, 2005
- E6 The Story of Gangstalicious Core Dec 11, 2005
- E7 A Huey Freeman Christmas Core Dec 18, 2005
- E8 The Real Core Jan 8, 2006
- E9 Return of the King Core Jan 15, 2006
- E10 The Itis Core Jan 22, 2006
- E11 Let's Nab Oprah Core Feb 12, 2006
- E12 Riley Wuz Here Core Feb 19, 2006
- E13 Wingmen Mytharc Mar 5, 2006
- E14 The Block is Hot Mytharc Mar 12, 2006
- E15 The Passion of Reverend Ruckus Mytharc Mar 19, 2006
Season 2 · 15 episodes
- E1 ...Or Die Trying Mytharc Oct 8, 2007
- E2 Tom, Sarah and Usher Core Oct 15, 2007
- E3 Thank You for Not Snitching Core Oct 22, 2007
- E4 Stinkmeaner Strikes Back Core Oct 29, 2007
- E5 The Story of Thugnificent Core Nov 5, 2007
- E6 Attack of the Killer Kung-Fu Wolf Bitch Core Nov 19, 2007
- E7 Shinin' Core Nov 26, 2007
- E8 Ballin' Core Dec 3, 2007
- E9 Invasion of the Katrinians Core Dec 10, 2007
- E10 Home Alone Core Dec 17, 2007
- E11 The S-Word Core Jan 21, 2008
- E12 The Story of Catcher Freeman Core Jan 28, 2008
- E13 The Story of Gangstalicious: Part 2 Mytharc Feb 4, 2008
- E14 The Hunger Strike Mytharc Mar 16, 2008
- E15 The Uncle Ruckus Reality Show Mytharc Mar 23, 2008
Season 3 · 15 episodes
- E1 It's a Black President, Huey Freeman Mytharc May 2, 2010
- E2 Bitches to Rags Core May 9, 2010
- E3 The Red Ball Core May 16, 2010
- E4 The Story of Jimmy Rebel Core May 23, 2010
- E5 Stinkmeaner 3: The Hateocracy Core May 30, 2010
- E6 Smokin with Cigarettes Core Jun 6, 2010
- E7 The Fundraiser Core Jun 13, 2010
- E8 Pause Core Jun 20, 2010
- E9 A Date with the Booty Warrior Core Jun 27, 2010
- E10 The Story of Lando Freeman Core Jul 4, 2010
- E11 Lovely Ebony Brown Core Jul 11, 2010
- E12 Mr. Medicinal Core Jul 18, 2010
- E13 The Fried Chicken Flu Core Aug 1, 2010
- E14 The Color Ruckus Mytharc Aug 8, 2010
- E15 It's Goin' Down Mytharc Aug 15, 2010
Season 4 · 10 episodes
- E1 Pretty Boy Flizzy Mytharc Apr 21, 2014
- E2 Good Times Core Apr 28, 2014
- E3 Breaking Granddad Core May 5, 2014
- E4 Early Bird Special Core May 12, 2014
- E5 Freedom Ride or Die Core May 19, 2014
- E6 Granddad Dates a Kardashian Core May 26, 2014
- E7 Freedomland Core Jun 2, 2014
- E8 I Dream of Siri Core Jun 9, 2014
- E9 Stinkmeaner: Begun the Clone War Has Mytharc Jun 16, 2014
- E10 The New Black Mytharc Jun 23, 2014
Frequently asked questions
Who created the series?
The series was created by Aaron McGruder.
When did the series premiere?
The series premiered in 2005.
What is the premise of the show?
Robert Freeman moves his grandsons Huey and Riley from Chicago to the suburbs of Woodcrest.
Is the show animated?
Yes, it is an American animated sitcom.
Where can I watch the series?
The series is available on various streaming platforms like Netflix and Prime Video.