Apple TV+ Special Screening of ‘Government Cheese’

Apple TV+ recently hosted a special screening at the Hammer Museum in Los Angeles for the launch of their new series, “Government Cheese.” The show, a surreal family comedy set in 1969 San Fernando Valley, is produced and stars David Oyelowo. The first four episodes will be available on April 16, with new episodes releasing every Wednesday through May 28, 2025.

Key cast members such as Oyelowo, Simone Missick, Jahi Di’Allo Winston, Evan Ellison, Bokeem Woodbine, and creators Paul Hunter and Aeysha Carr attended the screening event. Notable guests included Ava DuVernay, Yvonne Orji, and Kaley Cuoco, among others.

“Government Cheese” follows the Chambers family as they chase ambitious dreams in the face of life’s challenges. When Hampton Chambers (played by Oyelowo) returns home from prison, he finds his family unit changed in his absence, leading to comedic chaos.

The series, co-produced by Apple Studios and MACRO Television Studios, is written and executive produced by Paul Hunter and Aeysha Carr, with Oyelowo serving as an executive producer as well. Apple TV+ offers a wide range of original content and is accessible on various devices for $9.99 per month, with a free trial for new subscribers.