Finding your next obsession
Finding your next obsession

Dancing her way through the haters, Whitney Way Thore is embracing her body in a world that judges people by their size. She navigates both career challenges and relationship snafus with her vivacious personality, a sense of humor and an abundance of courage. This series follows Whitney who was diagnosed with an endocrine system disorder called polyscystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) which caused her, a slender dancer at the time, to gain more than 200 pounds in one year at college. Feeling trapped in a big body, she struggled with self-doubt and negative stereotypes. Now 380 pounds and eager to continue sharing her passion for dance, Whitney has learned to embrace her body and love herself again.
LUXEN Decision Guide
A character-led series where relationships, personal stakes, and the gradual build of a story are central to the experience.
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Who it is for
Best suited to viewers who prefer character investment over a purely episodic watch.
Commitment
Long-form commitment · 13 seasons
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The series
11 episodes
2015
23 episodes
2015
11 episodes
2016
14 episodes
2017
13 episodes
2018
13 episodes
2019
13 episodes
2019
15 episodes
2020
12 episodes
2021

12 episodes
2022

13 episodes
2023
12 episodes
2024
10 episodes
2025
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