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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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1Episode 1An Elegant, Exclusive Atmosphere
46 min
Indian immigrant Somen "Steve" Banerjee spends his days working at a gas station and his nights dreaming of being the next Hugh Hefner. A chance encounter with a Playboy centerfold and her slick promoter husband sends him in an unexpected new direction.
2Episode 2Four Geniuses
47 min
As Chippendales takes flight, Steve assembles his dream team—including a shy accountant who may be more than just a business hire.
3Episode 3Velveeta
40 min
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.
4Episode 4Just Business
43 min
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.
5Episode 5Leeches
44 min
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.
6Episode 6February 31st
39 min
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.
7Episode 7Paper Is Paper
36 min
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.
8Episode 8Switzerland
36 min
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.

Kumail Nanjiani
Somen 'Steve' Banerjee

Murray Bartlett
Nick De Noia

Annaleigh Ashford
Irene

Juliette Lewis
Denise
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