The Neighborhood

Calvin Butler, a relentlessly sunny midwestern dad, moves his family into a rough corner of Los Angeles hoping neighborly gestures will smooth the place over. What he finds is a block full of big personalities, sharp opinions, and mixed signals where kindness isn’t always welcomed. Across the fence sits a wary, quick-witted neighbor who tests Calvin at every turn and makes the simplest hello feel loaded with history. The show follows the Butlers through school drop offs, backyard chats that drift into debates, and the occasional misread gesture as they try to stay true to who they are while learning to get along with a city that looks very different from home. It’s a comedy about friendship, friction, and finding common ground in a changing world.

Released in 2018 on CBS, The Neighborhood was created by Jim Reynolds. It started as an original concept and features Cedric the Entertainer in the lead role, with a rotating slate of directors across seasons that keeps the tone fresh.

By foregrounding cross cultural humor and everyday neighborhood life, the show offers a lens on integration, stereotypes, and community. It uses warmth and practical humor to explore how people from different backgrounds can share spaces, celebrate small victories, and navigate misunderstandings. The running contrasts between a Midwest upbringing and West Coast realities spark conversations about belonging without turning into sermonizing.

Audience and critics responded with steady warmth, praising the ensemble led by Cedric the Entertainer and Max Greenfield. The series blends classic family sitcom rhythms with social commentary, centering on neighborliness, belonging, and the daily negotiation of differences. The public vote averages around 7.589 out of 10 from 158 votes, signaling comfortable popularity and ongoing interest in the premise.

The show has earned nominations from major television award bodies, recognizing its writing and strong ensemble performances. While it keeps a light tone, it has drawn industry acknowledgment for its timely themes and dependable humor.