Welcome to Chippendales
A sprawling true-crime saga, “Welcome to Chippendales” tells the outrageous story of Somen “Steve” Banerjee, an Indian immigrant who became the unlikely founder of the world’s greatest male-stripping empire—and let nothing stand in his way in the process.
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- 2022-2023
- 1 season
- Hulu
- Documentary, Drama
- TV-MA
A sprawling true-crime saga, “Welcome to Chippendales” tells the outrageous story of Somen “Steve” Banerjee, an Indian immigrant who became the unlikely founder of the world’s greatest male-stripping empire—and let nothing stand in his way in the process.
Season 1 Episode Guide
8 Episodes 2022 - 2023
Episode 1
An Elegant, Exclusive Atmosphere
Tue, Nov 22, 2022 46 mins
Indian immigrant Somen "Steve" Banerjee works at a gas station and spends his nights dreaming of being the next Hugh Hefner. A chance encounter with a centerfold and her promoter husband sends his business plan in a new direction.
Episode 2
Four Geniuses
Tue, Nov 22, 2022 45 mins
As Chippendales takes flight, Steve assembles his dream team-including a shy accountant who may be more than just a business hire.
Episode 3
Velveeta
Tue, Nov 29, 2022 39 mins
While Steve is away in India, Nick cooks up his next creative triumph. But when Steve returns home, he has other plans for the show.
Episode 4
Just Business
Tue, Dec 6, 2022 42 mins
As Steve's new calendar flies off the shelves, a fed-up Nick makes a pitch to New York investors. A snub from Steve provides Otis with a sobering wake-up call.
Episode 5
Leeches
Tue, Dec 13, 2022 43 mins
While Nick takes the Big Apple by storm, Steve is back in LA staring down a discrimination lawsuit. Jealousy flares when Nick becomes a media darling -- and the face of the brand.
Episode 6
February 31st
Tue, Dec 20, 2022 38 mins
As Steve's financial woes mount, Nick offers a lifeline in the form of a proposal that would take Chippendales global. A printing error has disastrous consequences for Steve.
Episode 7
Paper Is Paper
Tue, Dec 27, 2022 35 mins
Nick's success on the road infuriates Steve, who turns to Ray to spy on him. As Steve reaches his breaking point with Nick, Irene reaches hers with her husband.
Episode 8
Switzerland
Tue, Jan 3, 2023 35 mins
In a bucolic Swiss village, Steve's sins finally catch up with him. As he stares down the consequences of his actions, he makes a final, fateful choice.
