Following teenagers struggling with severe obesity on a multi-year journey as they fight for healthier lives. Knowing they face uncertain futures unless they lose weight, these teens pursue weight-loss surgery in hopes of a second chance. Told in part with their own personal footage, the series documents their determination for a better life and the challenging journey to get healthy that will test them in ways they don’t expect.
Season 1
5 episodes
1. Breia JenaeDue to constant bullying about her size at school, Breia mostly keeps to herself and avoids trying to make friends; she spends all her time with her mom, and the only thing she wants to do is eat.TV-PGCC1 h 26 minApr 22, 2024
2. TommyAt 17, Tommy is nearly 700lbs. His parents have to do almost everything for him due to his size. With his health getting to a breaking point, they know Tommy needs help to lose weight fast.TV-PGCC1 h 26 minApr 29, 2024
3. Amber/EmilyPast trauma led Amber and her mom, Emily, to find comfort in food. Now, with Amber's weight well over 400lbs at the age of 16, and Emily's at almost 400lbs, they both embark on a journey to improve their lives.TV-PGCC1 h 26 minMay 6, 2024
4. CeceliaCece has struggled with weight for most of her life, but now at almost 500lbs at the age of 16, she feels like she doesn't fit in anywhere because of her size.TV-PGCC1 h 26 minMay 18, 2024
5. Winter & DanielAt 15 years old, Winter is almost 400lbs. Her dad, Daniel, is over 600lbs and fears he's contributing to her unhealthy habits.TV-PGCC1 h 26 minMay 25, 2024
Quarter Ton Teen
Following teenagers struggling with severe obesity on a multi-year journey as they fight for healthier lives. Knowing they face uncertain futures unless they lose weight, these teens pursue weight-loss surgery in hopes of a second chance. Told in part with their own personal footage, the series documents their determination for a better life and the challenging journey to get healthy that will test them in ways they don’t expect.
Creators and cast
- Studio
- A+E Global Media
