The Boondocks
Based on the original comic strip Boondocks, Two young brothers (Huey and Riley) move away from their birth city to live with their irascible grandfather out in the suburbs. With one brother being socially and politically motivated and the younger brother a stereotypical black youth who likes rap music and culture etc. biting socio-political commentary ensues when they meet a whole cast of crazy exaggerated characters set in a mainly white middle upper class neighbourhood.
- Metascore72
- 2005-2014
- 4 seasons
- Cartoon Network
- Animation, Action & Adventure, Comedy, Drama
- TV-MA
Based on the original comic strip Boondocks, Two young brothers (Huey and Riley) move away from their birth city to live with their irascible grandfather out in the suburbs. With one brother being socially and politically motivated and the younger brother a stereotypical black youth who likes rap music and culture etc. biting socio-political commentary ensues when they meet a whole cast of crazy exaggerated characters set in a mainly white middle upper class neighbourhood.
Season 2 Episode Guide
15 Episodes 2007 - 2008
Episode 1
...Or Die Trying
Mon, Oct 8, 2007 21 mins
After seeing a preview on television for Soul Plane 2, Granddad decides to take Huey, Riley, and Jazmine to the movies. Since Granddad believes movie theater prices are exorbitant, he sneaks himself and the kids into the movie. Discovering that she had committed a crime, Jazmine becomes paranoid and feels remorseful for not paying for the movie ticket. Huey, who did want to come to begin with, decides to sabotage the film reel. Unfortunately, he has to face Uncle Ruckus first.
Episode 2
Tom, Sarah and Usher
Mon, Oct 15, 2007 22 mins
After Sarah kicks Tom out over an argument about superstar Usher, he turns to the Freemans and A Pimp Named Slickback for help.
Episode 3
Thank You for Not Snitching
Mon, Oct 22, 2007 20 mins
Riley's natural inclination to never snitch is challenged when he learns Ed Wuncler III and Gin Rummy are behind a series of robberies in Woodcrest, climaxing in the theft of Granddad's car.
Episode 4
Stinkmeaner Strikes Back
Mon, Oct 29, 2007 22 mins
Colonel Stinkmeaner returns from Hell after making a deal with the Devil, and possesses Tom in order to take revenge on Granddad.
Episode 5
The Story of Thugnificent
Mon, Nov 5, 2007 23 mins
When rapper Thugnificent moves in across the street, Granddad complains about the non-stop noise and partying, leading Thugnificent to record a new song, "Eff Granddad."
Episode 6
Attack of the Killer Kung-Fu Wolf Bitch
Mon, Nov 19, 2007 23 mins
After various failed attempts at meeting women on MySpace, Grandpa Freeman tries one last time and the results look promising, except for the fact that she was raised by wolves and knows a martial art that seems to be extinct.
Episode 7
Shinin'
Mon, Nov 26, 2007 23 mins
A bully steals the chain that signifies Riley's membership in Thugnificent's crew, prompting various attempts by Riley to get it back.
Episode 8
Ballin'
Mon, Dec 3, 2007 22 mins
Coaching a terrible children's basketball team, Tom believes Riley's amazing And1 inspired ball-handling skills are just what his squad needs to win its first game, until everyone finds out Riley doesn't know how to shoot or play with teammates.
Episode 9
Invasion of the Katrinians
Mon, Dec 10, 2007 23 mins
Granddad's cousin and his family take up residence in the Freeman home after being displaced by Hurricane Katrina.
Episode 10
Home Alone
Mon, Dec 17, 2007 22 mins
When Grandad goes on vacation, he leave Huey and Riley home with Uncle Ruckus as their chaperone. The boys cause enough havoc to chase Uncle Ruckus away, which leaves Huey in charge... much to Riley's disappointment.
Episode 11
The S-Word
Tue, Jan 22, 2008 24 mins
Grandad and the good Rev. Rolo Goodlove try to cash in big after a teacher calls Riley "the n-word" in school.
Episode 12
The Story of Catcher Freeman
Mon, Jan 28, 2008 23 mins
Granddad and Uncle Ruckus offer conflicting accounts of a slave revolt led by Huey and Riley's ancestor. Huey reveals that the truth is much different than either of them thought.
Episode 13
The Story of Gangstalicious: Part 2
Mon, Feb 4, 2008 22 mins
Despite many obvious clues to the contrary, Riley denies that his favorite rapper, Gangstalicious, is gay.
Episode 14
The Hunger Strike
20 mins
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.
Episode 15
The Uncle Ruckus Reality Show
23 mins
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.