Where to start withThe Boss
2 versions · originally a film, 2016
Themes: Redemption Arc, Female Empowerment, Second Chance, Underdog Story, Workplace Comedy.
Start with The Boss (Ben Falcone, 2016) — the film. The Boss exists in 2 versions across media, beginning as a film in 2016; each is ranked below by what it does best.
The Boss explores the volatile intersection of absolute institutional power and the complex, often ruthless social dynamics of professional environments.
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The Boss (2016)

The original movie
✦ Start hereThe Boss
Ben Falcone · Film · 2016
The 2016 film The Boss delivers a sharp, comedic look at corporate downfall, focusing on a disgraced titan attempting to navigate redemption while facing the consequences of her past.

2022 series
The Boss
Mariano Cohn · Series · 2022
The 2022 TV series The Boss offers a more psychological exploration of authority, centering on a building superintendent who subtly manipulates the lives of residents from his position of power.
Common questions
Is The Boss movie from 2016 related to the 2022 TV series titled The Boss?
No, the 2016 movie titled The Boss and the 2022 television series titled The Boss are separate productions. They do not share a narrative connection, and the 2022 television show is not a direct adaptation or continuation of the 2016 film.
Should I watch The Boss movie before the 2022 TV show titled The Boss?
Since the 2016 movie titled The Boss and the 2022 television show titled The Boss are distinct projects with no shared storyline, you do not need to watch one before the other. You can watch either title independently without missing any context.
What order should I watch The Boss titles in?
There is no required viewing order for the 2016 movie titled The Boss and the 2022 television show titled The Boss. Because these projects are not linked by plot or production history, you may consume them in any order you prefer.
Is The Boss TV show a sequel to The Boss movie?
No, the 2022 television show titled The Boss is not a sequel to the 2016 film titled The Boss. The two titles are separate entities and do not share characters or plot progression, so the show does not continue the story from the movie.