The Boondocks
“Satire, chaos, and black humor.”
Series Overview
When Robert “Granddad” Freeman becomes legal guardian to his two grandsons, he moves from the tough south side of Chicago to the upscale neighborhood of Woodcrest (a.k.a. "The Boondocks") so he can enjoy his golden years in safety and comfort. But with Huey, a 10-year-old leftist revolutionary, and his eight-year-old misfit brother, Riley, suburbia is about to be shaken up.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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4 Seasons • 55 Episodes
22 min per episode
2005 – 2014
Premiered: Sun, Nov 6, 2005
Aaron McGruderLatest Aired Episode
Season 4, Episode 10: “The New Black”
Riley's homophobic slur ends him in hot water with gay rights groups.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Boondocks Season 4 Official Trailer | Adult SwimOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2014-04-01
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Aaron McGruder
Jonathan Jackson, Jabril Ameer Battle
Ralph A. Eusebio, Anna Granfors, Jhoanne Reyes
Rodney Barnes, Reginald Hudlin, Denys Cowan, Brian J. Cowan, Brian Ash
Department Leadership Roster
Reginald Hudlin
Producer
Denys Cowan
Producer
Brian J. Cowan
Producer
Brian Ash
Producer
Ralph A. Eusebio
Editor
Aaron McGruder
Producer
Carl Jones
Producer
Anna Granfors
Editor
Seung Eun Kim
Producer
Jhoanne Reyes
Editor
Lee Harting
Editor
Kim Yoonha
Editor
Bruce A. King
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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TV-MA: Mature Audience Only — Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and unsuitable for children under 17.
International Certification Matrix
Mature Audience Only — Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and unsuitable for children under 17.
14+ Parents Strongly Cautioned.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Boondocks
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What is The Boondocks about?
When Robert “Granddad” Freeman becomes legal guardian to his two grandsons, he moves from the tough south side of Chicago to the upscale neighborhood of Woodcrest (a.k.a. "The Boondocks") so he can enjoy his golden years in safety and comfort. But with Huey, a 10-year-old leftist revolutionary, and his eight-year-old misfit brother, Riley, suburbia is about to be shaken up.
How many seasons does The Boondocks have?
The Boondocks comprises 4 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in The Boondocks?
Key cast members in The Boondocks include Regina King, John Witherspoon, Cedric Yarbrough, Jill Talley, Gary Anthony Williams.
Who created or directed The Boondocks?
The Boondocks was developed and directed by Aaron McGruder.