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The Neighborhood is a hilarious sitcom that has been a fan favorite show since its release in 2018. There is a distinct flavour of humour, heart, and lots of drama in the series. In The Neighborhood, we have Dave Johnson, whose decision to move to a new place puts him in many hilarious situations. This new place is a predominantly black neighbourhood, hence, Dave Johnson, a white man, tries his best to mingle with his neighbors.
However, his overtly friendly nature becomes a point of suspicion for Dave’s neighbour, Calvin Butler. Calvin thinks that there is more to Dave’s friendly smile than meets the eye. As the story progresses, we see Dave and Calvin’s banter, which slowly turns into a deep bond of friendship.
The Neighborhood cast and character guide
1) Cedric the Entertainer as Calvin Butler
Cedric the Entertainer’s Cedric Butler becomes the suspicious neighbour in the series. Dave tries to connect with him with his heart of gold. At the beginning of the series, Dave and Cedric's interactions are filled with banter, which slowly turns into something more.
Their personalities are miles apart. This becomes a hindrance in the beginning, but slowly it becomes their source of connection as well. Cedric the Entertainer’s other notable works include The Honeymooners, Johnson Family Vacation, and many more. Some of his voice roles include Madagascar, Ice Age, etc.
2) Max Greenfield as Dave Johnson
Max Greenfield is known for his works in Modern Men, New Girl, A Futile and Stupid Gesture, and many more. He is that versatile actor who will always bring his A-game when it comes to his work.
In the series, his character, Dave, the typical nice guy, definitely works extra hard to befriend the people of the new neighborhood. The series brings out the troubles Dave faces and his daily drama, which is filled with intense humor.
3) Tichina Arnold as Tina Butler
Tichina Arnold’s Tina Butler is definitely a character worth loving. Her presence adds to the overall intrigue of The Neighborhood as she is extremely entertaining. It can be attributed to her past as a singer.
Tichina Arnold does a thrilling job in bringing Tina’s Butler’s character to life. She just knows how to make a character work. Her other notable works are Ryan's Hope, Martin, Everybody Hates Chris, and many more.
4) Sheaun McKinney as Malcolm Butler
Sheaun McKinney’s Malcolm Buttler’s character comes with his own set of difficulties. In the past, Malcolm was a rising star baseball player. However, his career path was cut short, and now he has to struggle to even find a job.
Sheaun McKinney handles the distinct nature of Malcolm in a nuanced manner. It is only a proof of his versatility honed through years in the industry. His other notable works include Vice Principals, Great News, etc.
5) Beth Behrs as Gemma Johnson
With the nickname of Dr. Wedding Bells, Beth Behrs’ Gemma Johnson is definitely the heart of the show. Her presence as she navigates through her job as the principal is filled with such intrigue that it will get you hooked in no time.
Seeing Beth Behrs might remind her fans of Caroline Channing in 2 Broke Girls, but her performance in The Neighborhood is also worth appreciating. Besides 2 Broke Girls, some other Beth Behrs’ works that you can add to your watchlist include Culture Clash, American Pie Presents: The Book of Love, and many more.
6) Marcel Spears as Marty Butler
The Mayor and Mama Got A Cough are some of Marcel Spears’ best-known works besides this series. He has also worked in the 2019 movie Always a Bridesmaid. Calvin and Tina’s second son, Marty Butler, is quite different than his brother.
While her brother finds difficulty in finding a job, Marty excels in his field of work. Marcel Spears truly brings a distinct twist to this nerdy character through his performance.
7) Skye Townsend as Courtney
Skye Townsend’s Courtney is a character who is truly so lovable. Skye Townsend's performance definitely adds a layer of intrigue to Courtney’s character, making her worth watching. Besides this series, Skye Townsend’s other notable works are 8 Days a Week, Chase, etc.
Other cast members of the series include:
- Hank Greenspan as Grover Johnson
- Earthquake as Que
- Gary Anthony Williams as Ernie
- Sloan Robinson as Old Miss Kim
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