The Boondocks
Satire, chaos, and black humor.
Storyline
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.
Episodes
Specials
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Season 1
The first season of the animated television series, The Boondocks originally aired in the United States on Cartoon Network's late night programming block, Adult Swim. Season one started on November 6, 2005 with "The Garden Party" and ended with "The Passion of Reverend Ruckus" on March 19, 2006, with a total of fifteen episodes. All fifteen episodes from season one were released completely uncensored on a three-disc DVD set in the United States on July 25, 2006.
The Garden Party
Nov 06, 2005
When the owner of Granddad's house invites Granddad and the kids to his garden party, Huey tries to start trouble by saying Jesus was black and comparing Ronald Regan to the devil. Meanwhile, Riley and the owner's grandson (a soldier back from Iraq) play with guns and Granddad runs into the self-loathing black butler Uncle Rukus.
The Trial of Robert Kelly
Nov 13, 2005
When the trial of R&B star R. Kelly comes to town and Tom Dubois is the ADA, Huey and Riley are on opposing sides of the hot-button "underage peeing" issue. Meanwhile, Granddad and Uncle Ruckus argue about white people during a game of checkers.
Guess Hoe's Coming to Dinner
Nov 20, 2005
Huey and Riley try to convince Grandad that his new girlfriend Cristal (like the champagne) is actually a prostitute. Of course, Grandad doesn't believe them, even when she spends all his money. But when A Pimp Named Slickback shows up, the truth is revealed.
Granddad's Fight
Nov 27, 2005
Grandad and Colonel Stinkmeaner have a beef. One man's blind. One man's feeble. Both are really, really old. Let "The Slugfest In Woodcrest" commence!
A Date with the Health Inspector
Dec 04, 2005
District Attorney and law-abiding citizen Tom Dubois fits the description of the elusive "X-Box Killer" and is arrested. Huey has to find the real killer before Tom is shipped off to "real" prison where he will most assuredly become "someone's girlfriend."
The Story of Gangstalicious
Dec 11, 2005
Riley's favorite rapper, Gangstalicious, is shot and hospitalized in Woodcrest. When Riley goes to visit the rapper, he finds more than he anticipated ... like maybe rappers that make songs like "Thuggin' Luv" aren't necessarily as tough as they seem. Go figure.
A Huey Freeman Christmas
Dec 18, 2005
A well meaning teacher offers Huey the chance to direct the school Christmas play, and Huey decides to release his vision to the world: "The Adventures of Black Jesus."
The Real
Jan 08, 2006
While Riley is busy convincing two reality shows that Granddad's blind and running a homeless shelter, Huey is being shadowed by a secret government agent. But is he real?
Return of the King
Jan 15, 2006
When Martin Luther King Jr. comes out of a coma after 32 years and finds himself thrust into the 21st and life in the post "September 11th" lunacy, his "turn the other cheek" philosophy quickly takes him from beloved national hero to dispised terrorist sympathizer.
The Itis
Jan 22, 2006
Grandad opens "The Itis", the only soul food restaurant in Woodcrest. White people didn't expect it. They also didn't expect high cholesterol, heart disease, and obesity.
Let's Nab Oprah
Feb 12, 2006
Huey has to stop Riley and a small gang of misfit idiots from nabbing the talk show deity, Oprah.
Riley Wuz Here
Feb 19, 2006
When Riley's affinity for grafitti goes too far, Grandad sends him to an art teacher that actually encourages him to do grafitti, only painting murals instead. Meanwhile, Huey discovers a black woman died from watching too much black TV, and decides to watch black TV for 2 weeks to see if that was the cause.
Wingmen
Mar 05, 2006
When Grandad's oldest friend, and possibly his worst friend, Moe, dies, the Freemans go back home and Grandad wants the possession Moe left him. Meanwhile, Huey is eager to see his friend again but both Grandad and Huey both discover to put the past behind them and focus on the future.
The Block is Hot
Mar 12, 2006
Its February, and its record temperatures of 90 degrees. Luckily, Jazmine has her lemonade stand open, and does pretty well. Her success catches the eye of corporate tycoon Ed Wuncler. Despite several warnings from Huey, Jazmine then learns the true meaning of "capitalism" when Wuncler decides to buy the stand.
The Passion of Reverend Ruckus
Mar 19, 2006
While Ruckus spreads the word of White Jesus to get into White Heaven, Huey desperately tries to save his friend from death row.
Season 2
The second season of the animated television series, The Boondocks originally aired in the United States on Cartoon Network's late night programming block, Adult Swim. Season two started on October 8, 2007 with "...Or Die Trying" and ended with "The Story of Gangstalicious 2" on February 4, 2008. Although fifteen episodes were produced for season two, only thirteen aired in the United States. "The Hunger Strike" and "The Uncle Ruckus Reality Show" never aired in the U.S due to legal reasons. Although these episodes were never aired in U.S.A, they were aired in Canada and Latin America; and were also released on DVD and iTunes. All fifteen episodes from season two were released completely uncensored on a three-disc DVD set in the United States on June 10, 2008. In addition all episodes from season two are available on iTunes.
...Or Die Trying
Oct 08, 2007
Granddad, Huey, Riley and Jazmine must avoid guards after they sneak in to a theatre to watch Soul Plane 2: The Blackjacking.
Tom, Sarah and Usher
Oct 15, 2007
While on a date with Tom Dubois, Sarah Dubois meets the singing sensation, Usher. Sarah starts being obsessed with Usher, and Tom begins to think Sarah is cheating on him. Sarah kicks Tom out of the house and Tom moves in with the Freemans. A pimp Named Slick Back returns in this episode to try to help Tom get Sarah back.
Thank You for Not Snitching
Oct 22, 2007
Two men are invading homes, and Riley and Granddad are refusing to speak to the police. It gets worse when Granddad's car, Dorothy, gets stolen by the robbers. If Riley and Granddad still refuse, worse things may be in store.
Stinkmeaner Strikes Back
Oct 29, 2007
Huey has a dream of Stinkmeaner and Granddad says that he was a menace and he sent him to hell like he deserves. Stinkmeaner's spirit later inhabits Tom Dubois' body and goes looking for revenge against Granddad. Huey must stop him from killing Granddad.
The Story of Thugnificent
Nov 05, 2007
The infamous rapper Thugnificent moves to the neighbourhood with his friends Macktastic and Flonominal, eventually leading to Granddad becoming annoyed with his new neighbours. Their feud inspires Thugnificent to create a diss-track called "Eff Granddad".
Attack of the Killer Kung-Fu Wolf Bitch
Nov 19, 2007
After many failed attempts at online dating, Granddad finally meets a beautiful woman named Luna… who just happens to be a psycho.
Shinin'
Nov 26, 2007
Riley joins Thugnificent's Lethal Interjection crew. Meanwhile, a local bully steals Riley's prized chain.
Ballin'
Dec 03, 2007
Riley learns a lesson in good sportsmanship after he joins a basketball team.
Invasion of the Katrinians
Dec 10, 2007
Jericho Freeman, Granddad's cousin, and his family, who were displaced by Hurricane Katrina, arrive at the Freeman's home looking for a place to stay. Granddad reluctantly allows the family to stay, but is soon trying to get rid of them.
Home Alone
Dec 17, 2007
Granddad takes a vacation, leaving the boys alone, but just who is in charge?
The S-Word
Jan 21, 2008
A teacher calls Riley a "nigga" in class, causing Robert to decide that he wants to sue for restitution.
The Story of Catcher Freeman
Jan 28, 2008
Huey and Riley listen to different perspectives on the story of their ancestor Catcher Freeman.
The Story of Gangstalicious: Part 2
Feb 04, 2008
Granddad worries about Riley's sexuality when he notices that he begins to dress and act like "in-the-closet" rapper, Gangstalicious.
The Hunger Strike
Mar 16, 2008
Huey goes on a hunger strike in a boycott of BET, and receives some high-profile support from Reverend Rollo Goodlove, who may be more interested in his own self-promotion than any good intentions.
The Uncle Ruckus Reality Show
Mar 23, 2008
In the wake of Huey's failed protest against the network, BET's Harvard-educated programming chief, Weggie Rudlin, is moving ahead with his promise to create The Uncle Ruckus Reality Show.
Season 3
The third season of the animated television series, The Boondocks originally aired in the United States on Cartoon Network's late night programming block, Adult Swim. Season three started on May 2, 2010 with "It's a Black President, Huey Freeman" and ended with "It's Goin Down" on August 15, 2010 with a total of fifteen episodes. All fifteen episodes from season three were released completely uncensored on a three-disc DVD set in the United States on November 9, 2010. In addition all episodes from season three are available on iTunes.
It's a Black President, Huey Freeman
May 02, 2010
The Freemans are filmed for a German documentary about the 2008 election of Barack Obama in the Season 3 premiere.
Bitches to Rags
May 09, 2010
When his new album tanks, Thugnificent is faced with the horror of getting a real job.
The Red Ball
May 16, 2010
Kickball legend Huey Freeman returns after a self-imposed exile from the game.
The Story of Jimmy Rebel
May 23, 2010
Uncle Ruckus has long idolized Jimmy Rebel, a popular racist country singer based on the infamous Johnny Reb, a.k.a. Pee Wee Trahan. So much did Jimmy Rebel's music influence him that he eventually sends off recordings of his own racist tunes to the man, and is faced with a dilemma when Jimmy shows up on his doorstep. Uncle Ruckus' legendary status as a black-hating racist thus runs up against the slight problem of his negritude.
Stinkmeaner 3: The Hateocracy
May 30, 2010
The Freemans are in trouble when Stinkmeaner's gang decide to come after them in retaliation for his death
Smokin with Cigarettes
Jun 06, 2010
Riley becomes friends with a sociopathic boy named Lamilton, who wants to do nothing more than hurt people, cause mayhem, and smoke cigarettes.
The Fundraiser
Jun 13, 2010
Riley organizes a fundraiser with Cindy McPhearson and other kids from Woodcrest.
Pause
Jun 20, 2010
Granddad is cast as the leading man by mega-superstar of stage and screen, Winston Jerome. But when the theater group turns out to be a homoerotic evangelical cult, it's up to Huey and Riley to put a pause to it.
A Date with the Booty Warrior
Jun 27, 2010
Having conquered his fear of prison rape, Tom volunteers to lead Huey, Riley, and some classmates on a trip to jail as part of a Scared Stiff program. But when a riot breaks out, Tom has to get the kids, and his delicate backside, out of jail in one piece.
The Story of Lando Freeman
Jul 04, 2010
There's a new handyman in the neighborhood undercutting Uncle Ruckus... which is all good for Granddad and his garden until the man claims to be his long lost son, Lando. Will Granddad take responsibility and be a father to his child? Not without a talk show paternity test.
Lovely Ebony Brown
Jul 11, 2010
Grandad meets a young black woman who asks him out on a date, and the only person who can spoil Grandad's new romance, is Grandad.
Mr. Medicinal
Jul 18, 2010
After a checkup, a doctor warns Granddad that he could die any day if he doesn't get his stress levels down. Not wanting to become dependent on pills, he decides to take Thugnificent's suggestion and turns to marijuana.
The Fried Chicken Flu
Aug 01, 2010
When a chicken franchise run out of its newest recipe introduction, things go from bad to worse when a viral outbreak is linked to the same chicken. Thankfully, Huey has prepared a survival outline in just such an emergency, but it's all threatened when no one can seem to stick to the simple plan.
The Color Ruckus
Aug 08, 2010
On a final visit to Woodcrest, Ruckus's terminally ill Nana wants to die in Robert Freeman's house.
It's Goin' Down
Aug 15, 2010
A terror attack near Woodcrest is imminent, and retired domestic terrorist Huey Freeman is the main suspect. With super-agent Jack Flowers on his tail and Ed and Rummy on the loose, can anyone save the day?
Season 4
The fourth season of the animated series The Boondocks was originally broadcast in the United States on Cartoon Network’s late-night programming block, Adult Swim. The season premiered on 21 April 2014 with the episode “Pretty Boy Flizzy” and concluded on 23 June 2014 with “The New Black”. In contrast to earlier seasons, Season 4 consisted of ten episodes. It was produced without involvement from the series’ original creator Aaron McGruder and served as the final season of the series.
Pretty Boy Flizzy
Apr 21, 2014
Pretty Boy Flizzy is arrested for armed robbery while in town, and Tom agrees to be his lawyer.
Good Times
Apr 28, 2014
Eddie Wuncler has unique ideas about how Granddad can repay the millions he owes on his house.
Breaking Granddad
May 05, 2014
The Freemans sell an explosive hair product and contend with the black market of the hair-care industry.
Early Bird Special
May 12, 2014
Granddad is hired by pimps to escort lonely women at a nursing home.
Freedom Ride or Die
May 19, 2014
A young Granddad is held as an unwilling freedom rider on a trip through the racist South.
Granddad Dates a Kardashian
May 26, 2014
Granddad begins dating a long-lost Kardashian sister and winds up on a reality show.
Freedomland
Jun 02, 2014
The Freemans get trapped in a slavery theme park.
I Dream of Siri
Jun 09, 2014
Grandpa's personal assistant program on his phone becomes obsessed with him.
Stinkmeaner: Begun the Clone War Has
Jun 16, 2014
Stinkmeaner becomes a celebrity after a video of his fight with Granddad goes viral.
The New Black
Jun 23, 2014
Riley's homophobic slur ends him in hot water with gay rights groups.
Series Info
Status
Ended
Seasons
4
Episodes
55
Language
en
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