ABC’s ratings-challenged Happy Endings created a cult following thanks to its relatable stories about a group of friends in their late 20s and early 30s. While the comedy helped to launch the careers of stars Eliza Coupe (Jane), Elisha Cuthbert (Alex), Zachary Knighton (Dave), Adam Pally (Max), Damon Wayans Jr. (Brad) and Casey Wilson (Penny), behind the scenes, the Sony-produced series created by David Caspe was effectively its own showrunner training program. As Rutherford Falls creator Sierra Teller Ornelas revealed in a recent Twitter thread, Happy Endings had 23 writers over its three seasons, with an incredible 21 — including assistants — becoming showrunners.
During this week’s TV’s Top 5 podcast, hosts Lesley Goldberg and Daniel Fienberg reunite 14 of the Happy Endings writers to build off Ornelas’ thread and discuss, in light of the ongoing Writers Guild strike, the benefits of having a traditional writers rooms, why having writers on set...
During this week’s TV’s Top 5 podcast, hosts Lesley Goldberg and Daniel Fienberg reunite 14 of the Happy Endings writers to build off Ornelas’ thread and discuss, in light of the ongoing Writers Guild strike, the benefits of having a traditional writers rooms, why having writers on set...
- 6/16/2023
- by Lesley Goldberg
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
The comedy series “Blockbuster” has been canceled after just one season at Netflix.
The 10-episode series launched its one and only season on November 3. The show was a single-camera workplace comedy about the employees of the last Blockbuster Video in the world.
The series starred Randall Park, Melissa Fumero, Olga Merediz, Tyler Alvarez, Madeleine Arthur, Jb Smoove, Kamaia Fairburn, Leonard Robinson, and Keegan Connor Tracy. Vanessa Ramos created the series and served as executive producer. David Caspe and Jackie Clarke also served as writers and executive producers. John Davis and John Fox executive produced via Davis Entertainment. Universal Television was the studio.
The cancellation of the series is not altogether unexpected. “Blockbuster” failed to break into the Netflix Top 10 rankings in the U.S. upon its debut upon its debut and in the first full week after its debut. Per Netflix, it only reached the top 10 in two countries following its launch,...
The 10-episode series launched its one and only season on November 3. The show was a single-camera workplace comedy about the employees of the last Blockbuster Video in the world.
The series starred Randall Park, Melissa Fumero, Olga Merediz, Tyler Alvarez, Madeleine Arthur, Jb Smoove, Kamaia Fairburn, Leonard Robinson, and Keegan Connor Tracy. Vanessa Ramos created the series and served as executive producer. David Caspe and Jackie Clarke also served as writers and executive producers. John Davis and John Fox executive produced via Davis Entertainment. Universal Television was the studio.
The cancellation of the series is not altogether unexpected. “Blockbuster” failed to break into the Netflix Top 10 rankings in the U.S. upon its debut upon its debut and in the first full week after its debut. Per Netflix, it only reached the top 10 in two countries following its launch,...
- 12/16/2022
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
Netflix has opted not to renew new comedy series Blockbuster for a second season.
The decision is not surprising. The single-camera workplace comedy starring Randall Park had a quiet run after launching Nov. 3 and never cracked Netflix’s weekly Top 10.
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Netflix’s pickup of the series was full of irony since Netflix originated as an underdog movie rental upstart that was almost crushed by then-dominant giant Blockbuster Video before ultimately turning the tables and forcing Blockbuster out of business.
The decision is not surprising. The single-camera workplace comedy starring Randall Park had a quiet run after launching Nov. 3 and never cracked Netflix’s weekly Top 10.
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Netflix’s pickup of the series was full of irony since Netflix originated as an underdog movie rental upstart that was almost crushed by then-dominant giant Blockbuster Video before ultimately turning the tables and forcing Blockbuster out of business.
- 12/16/2022
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
Stars: Randall Park, Melissa Fumero, Olga Merediz, Tyler Alvarez, Madeleine Arthur | Created by Vanessa Ramos | Directed by Payman Benz, Aleysa Young, Katie Locke O’Brien, Jackie Clarke
Timmy Yoon is an analog dreamer living in a 5G world. And after learning he is operating the last Blockbuster Video in America, Timmy and his staff employees (including his long time crush, Eliza fight to stay relevant. The only way to succeed is to remind their community that they provide something big corporations can’t: human connection.
Ah, Blockbuster. I genuinely miss going to my local store every other weekend to rent the newest video game, and spending the entire week playing it and having the time of my life before the dreaded day when I ultimately had to return the game in the little metal door outside the building. There was something special about Blockbuster Video that nearly everyone seems to miss.
Timmy Yoon is an analog dreamer living in a 5G world. And after learning he is operating the last Blockbuster Video in America, Timmy and his staff employees (including his long time crush, Eliza fight to stay relevant. The only way to succeed is to remind their community that they provide something big corporations can’t: human connection.
Ah, Blockbuster. I genuinely miss going to my local store every other weekend to rent the newest video game, and spending the entire week playing it and having the time of my life before the dreaded day when I ultimately had to return the game in the little metal door outside the building. There was something special about Blockbuster Video that nearly everyone seems to miss.
- 11/8/2022
- by Caillou Pettis
- Nerdly
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The single sharpest joke of Netflix’s Blockbuster is the one contained right there in that phrase: This is a comedy set at the very last Blockbuster on Earth, premiering on the very platform that helped kill all the other Blockbusters.
The irony is so striking and unavoidable that the series tackles it head-on in the very first scene, as a customer admits he hasn’t come by lately because he’s been “doing Netflix, like everybody.” The recommendation algorithm’s been letting him down, though, and that’s where the store staff comes in. It takes a human touch to deduce that what he really needs for his broken heart is Under the Tuscan Sun, when he’d never have picked it out for himself.
But having made a point about the importance of brick-and-mortar retail in an online world, complete with...
The single sharpest joke of Netflix’s Blockbuster is the one contained right there in that phrase: This is a comedy set at the very last Blockbuster on Earth, premiering on the very platform that helped kill all the other Blockbusters.
The irony is so striking and unavoidable that the series tackles it head-on in the very first scene, as a customer admits he hasn’t come by lately because he’s been “doing Netflix, like everybody.” The recommendation algorithm’s been letting him down, though, and that’s where the store staff comes in. It takes a human touch to deduce that what he really needs for his broken heart is Under the Tuscan Sun, when he’d never have picked it out for himself.
But having made a point about the importance of brick-and-mortar retail in an online world, complete with...
- 11/3/2022
- by Angie Han
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Netflix’s Blockbuster is set in the last Blockbuster video store on the planet. Randall Park plays Timmy the manager and as the official trailer reveals, he’s doing everything in his power to keep his employees employed and the store’s doors open.
The season one cast also includes Melissa Fumero as Eliza, Tyler Alvarez as Carlos, Madeleine Arthur as Hannah, Olga Merediz as Connie, Jb Smoove as Percy, and Kamaia Fairburn as Kayla.
Vanessa Ramos created the half-hour comedy and serves as writer, executive producer, and showrunner. Jackie Clarke, David Caspe, John David, and John Fox are also involved as executive producers.
The 10 episode season will premiere on November 3, 2022.
The Blockbuster Plot:
Timmy Yoon (Park) is an analog dreamer in a 5G world. He’s spent his entire adult life dedicated to his first love, movies — a passion that’s kept him at his first and only job,...
The season one cast also includes Melissa Fumero as Eliza, Tyler Alvarez as Carlos, Madeleine Arthur as Hannah, Olga Merediz as Connie, Jb Smoove as Percy, and Kamaia Fairburn as Kayla.
Vanessa Ramos created the half-hour comedy and serves as writer, executive producer, and showrunner. Jackie Clarke, David Caspe, John David, and John Fox are also involved as executive producers.
The 10 episode season will premiere on November 3, 2022.
The Blockbuster Plot:
Timmy Yoon (Park) is an analog dreamer in a 5G world. He’s spent his entire adult life dedicated to his first love, movies — a passion that’s kept him at his first and only job,...
- 10/7/2022
- by Rebecca Murray
- Showbiz Junkies
There’s something undeniably troll-like about Netflix launching a series revolving around an enterprise it helped run into the ground. Then again, Blockbuster Video owes a portion of its pop culture relevancy to the streamer, who in 2020 released The Last Blockbuster, a documentary about the video rental store’s last gasp. Putting those things aside, today, we have Netflix’s Blockbuster trailer. The promo teases the new comedy series from Vanessa Ramos, featuring a cast of comedic greats struggling to keep the last Blockbuster Video from going the way of the dodo.
Here’s the official description for Blockbuster:
Timmy Yoon (Randall Park) is an analog dreamer in a 5G world. He’s spent his entire adult life dedicated to his first love, movies — a passion that’s kept him at his first and only job, managing his hometown Blockbuster Video.
Then Timmy is alarmed to learn that his store...
Here’s the official description for Blockbuster:
Timmy Yoon (Randall Park) is an analog dreamer in a 5G world. He’s spent his entire adult life dedicated to his first love, movies — a passion that’s kept him at his first and only job, managing his hometown Blockbuster Video.
Then Timmy is alarmed to learn that his store...
- 10/7/2022
- by Steve Seigh
- JoBlo.com
Do you miss Blockbuster?
If the answer to that question is Yes, then Netflix might have the perfect show for you.
The streaming service unveiled the full-length trailer for its forthcoming workplace comedy titled -- you guessed it -- Blockbuster.
The trailer looks very much like an NBC comedy, and that should bode well for fans of Brooklyn Nine-Nine and Superstore.
The series comes from Vanessa Ramos, who worked on the two NBC comedies.
The cast includes Randall Park (Timmy), Melissa Fumero (Eliza), Tyler Alvarez (Carlos), Madeleine Arthur (Hannah), Olga Merediz (Connie), Jb Smoove (Percy), and Kamaia Fairburn (Kayla).
EPs include Jackie Clarke, David Caspe and John David & John Fox for Davis Entertainment.
"Timmy Yoon (Randall Park) is an analog dreamer in a 5G world. He’s spent his entire adult life dedicated to his first love, movies — a passion that's kept him at his first and only job, managing his hometown Blockbuster Video,...
If the answer to that question is Yes, then Netflix might have the perfect show for you.
The streaming service unveiled the full-length trailer for its forthcoming workplace comedy titled -- you guessed it -- Blockbuster.
The trailer looks very much like an NBC comedy, and that should bode well for fans of Brooklyn Nine-Nine and Superstore.
The series comes from Vanessa Ramos, who worked on the two NBC comedies.
The cast includes Randall Park (Timmy), Melissa Fumero (Eliza), Tyler Alvarez (Carlos), Madeleine Arthur (Hannah), Olga Merediz (Connie), Jb Smoove (Percy), and Kamaia Fairburn (Kayla).
EPs include Jackie Clarke, David Caspe and John David & John Fox for Davis Entertainment.
"Timmy Yoon (Randall Park) is an analog dreamer in a 5G world. He’s spent his entire adult life dedicated to his first love, movies — a passion that's kept him at his first and only job, managing his hometown Blockbuster Video,...
- 10/7/2022
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
Netflix sitcom “Blockbuster” is just salt in the wound of the ol’ tale of streaming killed the video store star.
Randall Park leads the series as Timmy Yoon, an “analog dreamer living in a 5G world” per an official description, where he is operating the last remaining Blockbuster Video store in the country. Per the official synopsis, Timmy and his staff employees, including his long-time crush, Eliza (Melissa Fumero), then must fight to stay relevant. The only way to succeed is to remind their community that they provide something big corporations can’t: human connection.
The series also stars Tyler Alvarez, Madeleine Arthur, Olga Merediz, Jb Smoove, and Kamaia Fairburn. “Blockbuster” premieres November 3 on Netflix.
“Superstore” and “Brooklyn Nine-Nine” producer Vanessa Ramos created the series with David Caspe (“Happy Endings”) and Jackie Clarke also serving as writers and executive producers. John Davis and John Fox also executive produce for Davis Entertainment.
Randall Park leads the series as Timmy Yoon, an “analog dreamer living in a 5G world” per an official description, where he is operating the last remaining Blockbuster Video store in the country. Per the official synopsis, Timmy and his staff employees, including his long-time crush, Eliza (Melissa Fumero), then must fight to stay relevant. The only way to succeed is to remind their community that they provide something big corporations can’t: human connection.
The series also stars Tyler Alvarez, Madeleine Arthur, Olga Merediz, Jb Smoove, and Kamaia Fairburn. “Blockbuster” premieres November 3 on Netflix.
“Superstore” and “Brooklyn Nine-Nine” producer Vanessa Ramos created the series with David Caspe (“Happy Endings”) and Jackie Clarke also serving as writers and executive producers. John Davis and John Fox also executive produce for Davis Entertainment.
- 10/7/2022
- by Samantha Bergeson
- Indiewire
“Blockbuster,” a Netflix comedy series about the flagship movie rental store starring Randall Park, has set a premiere date for Nov. 3. The half-hour comedy’s 10 episodes will premiere all at once on the streaming service.
Park plays Timmy Yoon, an analog dreamer who is in charge of the last operating Blockbuster Video in the United States. Timmy, alongside the rest of his employees, must work to remind their community that the local store can provide the human connection that big corporations can’t.
Alongside Park, the cast includes Melissa Fumero as Eliza Walker, Tyler Alvarez as Carlos Herrera, Madeleine Arthur as Hannah Hadman and Olga Merediz as Connie Serrano. Recurring guest stars for the series include J.B. Smoove as Percy Scott and Kamaia Fairburn as Kayla Scott.
Vanessa Ramos created the show and serves as executive producer and showrunner. Her previous credits include working on “Superstore” and “Brooklyn Nine-Nine.” Universal Television produced the show,...
Park plays Timmy Yoon, an analog dreamer who is in charge of the last operating Blockbuster Video in the United States. Timmy, alongside the rest of his employees, must work to remind their community that the local store can provide the human connection that big corporations can’t.
Alongside Park, the cast includes Melissa Fumero as Eliza Walker, Tyler Alvarez as Carlos Herrera, Madeleine Arthur as Hannah Hadman and Olga Merediz as Connie Serrano. Recurring guest stars for the series include J.B. Smoove as Percy Scott and Kamaia Fairburn as Kayla Scott.
Vanessa Ramos created the show and serves as executive producer and showrunner. Her previous credits include working on “Superstore” and “Brooklyn Nine-Nine.” Universal Television produced the show,...
- 8/27/2022
- by EJ Panaligan, Michaela Zee and Carson Burton
- Variety Film + TV
Melissa Fumero as Eliza and Randall Park as Timmy in ‘Blockbuster’ (Photo Cr. Ricardo Hubbs/Netflix © 2022)
Remember the days of actually getting in your car and driving to a Blockbuster while crossing your fingers a new DVD release you’ve been dying to see is available? And then when it’s not, trying to figure out what you haven’t already watched a million times before so you don’t leave empty-handed? Netflix’s Blockbuster dives into those good old days when streaming didn’t exist and everyone owned a DVD player.
The 10-episode series is set in the last remaining Blockbuster Video and stars Randall Park as the store’s manager, Timmy Yoon. The cast also includes Melissa Fumero as Eliza Walker, Tyler Alvarez as Carlos Herrera, and Madeleine Arthur as Hannah Hadman. Olga Merediz plays Connie Serrano, Jb Smoove is Percy Scott, and Kamaia Fairburn stars as Kayla Scott.
Remember the days of actually getting in your car and driving to a Blockbuster while crossing your fingers a new DVD release you’ve been dying to see is available? And then when it’s not, trying to figure out what you haven’t already watched a million times before so you don’t leave empty-handed? Netflix’s Blockbuster dives into those good old days when streaming didn’t exist and everyone owned a DVD player.
The 10-episode series is set in the last remaining Blockbuster Video and stars Randall Park as the store’s manager, Timmy Yoon. The cast also includes Melissa Fumero as Eliza Walker, Tyler Alvarez as Carlos Herrera, and Madeleine Arthur as Hannah Hadman. Olga Merediz plays Connie Serrano, Jb Smoove is Percy Scott, and Kamaia Fairburn stars as Kayla Scott.
- 8/26/2022
- by Rebecca Murray
- Showbiz Junkies
(Welcome to ...And More, our no-frills, zero B.S. guide to when and where you can watch upcoming movies and shows, and everything else you could possibly stand to know.)
One Upon A Time, the long-fabled business known as the video rental store reigned supreme. In nearly every U.S. town, one could walk up to the local video rental location and select classics and new releases alike in a variety of formats. With the rise of streaming pioneer Netflix, however, the ease of home streaming saw the gradual decline of all the major home video rental chains. With the collapse of chains like Hollywood Video and Blockbuster Video, the era of video rentals is all but over (minus select boutique rental houses).
Bucking the fall of the former behemoth Blockbuster is one remaining location in beautiful Bend, Oregon. Chronicled in the documentary "The Last Blockbuster," an ironic twist of...
One Upon A Time, the long-fabled business known as the video rental store reigned supreme. In nearly every U.S. town, one could walk up to the local video rental location and select classics and new releases alike in a variety of formats. With the rise of streaming pioneer Netflix, however, the ease of home streaming saw the gradual decline of all the major home video rental chains. With the collapse of chains like Hollywood Video and Blockbuster Video, the era of video rentals is all but over (minus select boutique rental houses).
Bucking the fall of the former behemoth Blockbuster is one remaining location in beautiful Bend, Oregon. Chronicled in the documentary "The Last Blockbuster," an ironic twist of...
- 8/26/2022
- by Jeff Ewing
- Slash Film
Netflix’s workplace comedy Blockbuster is set to release its 10-episode first season on November 3. The series stars Randall Park, Melissa Fumero, Tyler Alvarez, Madeleine Arthur, Olga Merediz, Jb Smoove, and Kamaia Fairburn
From creator, writer, executive producer, and showrunner Vanessa Ramos, Blockbuster follows Timmy Yoon (Park), an analog dreamer living in a 5G world. And after learning he is operating the last Blockbuster Video in America, Timmy and his staff employees fight to stay relevant. The only way to succeed is to remind their community that they provide something big corporations can’t: human connection.
Alongside Ramos, the series is also written by David Caspe and Jackie Clarke who are also executive producers. John Davis and John Fox are also EPs for Davis Entertainment. The series is produced by Universal Television, a division of Universal Studio Group.
More first-look photos can be found below.
From creator, writer, executive producer, and showrunner Vanessa Ramos, Blockbuster follows Timmy Yoon (Park), an analog dreamer living in a 5G world. And after learning he is operating the last Blockbuster Video in America, Timmy and his staff employees fight to stay relevant. The only way to succeed is to remind their community that they provide something big corporations can’t: human connection.
Alongside Ramos, the series is also written by David Caspe and Jackie Clarke who are also executive producers. John Davis and John Fox are also EPs for Davis Entertainment. The series is produced by Universal Television, a division of Universal Studio Group.
More first-look photos can be found below.
- 8/26/2022
- by Rosy Cordero
- Deadline Film + TV
‘Blockbuster’ First Look: Randall Park Tries to Save the Home Video Store in Netflix Series (Photos)
Remember Blockbuster? In its latest series, Netflix is exploring the end of the home video store, and a first look at the project suggests the plot includes quite a few shenanigans.
“Blockbuster” will follow Timmy Yoon, played by Randall Park, who is an analog dreamer living in a 5G world. After learning he is operating the last Blockbuster Video in America, Timmy and his staff employees — including his long time crush, Eliza (Melissa Fumero) — fight to stay relevant. The only way to succeed is to remind their community that they provide something big corporations can’t: human connection.
You can see Park in a first look image at the top of the page, where he appears to be smiling at a customer while sporting that (vintage) Blockbuster employee polo.
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“Blockbuster” will follow Timmy Yoon, played by Randall Park, who is an analog dreamer living in a 5G world. After learning he is operating the last Blockbuster Video in America, Timmy and his staff employees — including his long time crush, Eliza (Melissa Fumero) — fight to stay relevant. The only way to succeed is to remind their community that they provide something big corporations can’t: human connection.
You can see Park in a first look image at the top of the page, where he appears to be smiling at a customer while sporting that (vintage) Blockbuster employee polo.
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Other images show the rest of the cast, including Fumero,...
- 8/26/2022
- by Katie Campione
- The Wrap
Kenan Thompson’s comedy “Kenan” has been canceled after two seasons by NBC, Variety has learned.
Starring Thompson and produced by “Saturday Night Live” boss Lorne Michaels, “Kenan” follows the life of busy single dad Kenan Williams (Thompson), who is juggling a high-profile job as host of Atlanta morning show “Wake Up With Kenan!” He’s also raising two adorable pre-teen daughters — the too smart Aubrey (Dani Lane) and the silly, unpredictable Birdie (Dannah Lane). As Kenan moves on from the loss of his wife a year earlier, his live-in father-in-law Rick (Don Johnson), his brother/manager/roommate Gary (Chris Redd) and his colorful co-workers all have strong opinions on the best way for him to live his life.
Along with Thompson, Dani and Dannah Lane, Don Johnson and Redd, “Kenan” stars Kimrie Lewis and Taylor Louderman.
During its second season, “Kenan” has averaged a 0.4 rating among adults 18-49 and 2.4 million total viewers,...
Starring Thompson and produced by “Saturday Night Live” boss Lorne Michaels, “Kenan” follows the life of busy single dad Kenan Williams (Thompson), who is juggling a high-profile job as host of Atlanta morning show “Wake Up With Kenan!” He’s also raising two adorable pre-teen daughters — the too smart Aubrey (Dani Lane) and the silly, unpredictable Birdie (Dannah Lane). As Kenan moves on from the loss of his wife a year earlier, his live-in father-in-law Rick (Don Johnson), his brother/manager/roommate Gary (Chris Redd) and his colorful co-workers all have strong opinions on the best way for him to live his life.
Along with Thompson, Dani and Dannah Lane, Don Johnson and Redd, “Kenan” stars Kimrie Lewis and Taylor Louderman.
During its second season, “Kenan” has averaged a 0.4 rating among adults 18-49 and 2.4 million total viewers,...
- 5/12/2022
- by Jennifer Maas
- Variety Film + TV
Kenan Thompson’s morning show gig is up.
NBC has canceled Kenan, the single-camera comedy led by the SNL star, after two seasons.
The comedy follows a widowed dad, played by Thompson, who’s juggling a high-profile job as the host of an Atlanta morning show and raising his two girls. As Kenan tries to move on, his father-in-law Rick (Don Johnson), brother Gary (Chris Redd) and co-workers all have strong opinions on the best way to live his life.
Kimrie Lewis, Dani and Dannah Lane also star.
Kenan is produced by Universal Television in association with Broadway Video with Thompson, Lorne Michaels, David Caspe, Jackie Clarke, Ken Whittingham and Andrew Singer as executive producers.
It comes after Ted Danson’s Mr. Mayor was also canceled after two seasons, while NBC renewed comedies including Young Rock, Grand Crew and American Auto, and decided against picking up Demi Lovato’s Hungry pilot,...
NBC has canceled Kenan, the single-camera comedy led by the SNL star, after two seasons.
The comedy follows a widowed dad, played by Thompson, who’s juggling a high-profile job as the host of an Atlanta morning show and raising his two girls. As Kenan tries to move on, his father-in-law Rick (Don Johnson), brother Gary (Chris Redd) and co-workers all have strong opinions on the best way to live his life.
Kimrie Lewis, Dani and Dannah Lane also star.
Kenan is produced by Universal Television in association with Broadway Video with Thompson, Lorne Michaels, David Caspe, Jackie Clarke, Ken Whittingham and Andrew Singer as executive producers.
It comes after Ted Danson’s Mr. Mayor was also canceled after two seasons, while NBC renewed comedies including Young Rock, Grand Crew and American Auto, and decided against picking up Demi Lovato’s Hungry pilot,...
- 5/12/2022
- by Peter White and Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Netflix has released a first-look photo of Randall Park and Melissa Fumero on the set of Blockbuster, its upcoming single-camera video store comedy series from Universal Television. See the photo below.
Park and Fumero star in the ensemble comedy that takes place in the last Blockbuster Video in America. It explores what it takes – and more specifically who it takes – for a small business to succeed against all odds.
Cast also includes Tyler Alvarez, Madeleine Arthur, Olga Merediz, Jb Smoove and Kamaia Fairburn.
The photo was released as part of the Netflix Is A Joke festival. Later tonight, Park, Fumero, Smoove and Alvarez will be competing against each other in a Movie Trivia Happy Hour event out of the festival.
The series is created by Vanessa Ramos, with David Caspe and Jackie Clarke also serving as writers/executive producers. John Davis and John Fox executive produce for Davis Entertainment. Payman Benz...
Park and Fumero star in the ensemble comedy that takes place in the last Blockbuster Video in America. It explores what it takes – and more specifically who it takes – for a small business to succeed against all odds.
Cast also includes Tyler Alvarez, Madeleine Arthur, Olga Merediz, Jb Smoove and Kamaia Fairburn.
The photo was released as part of the Netflix Is A Joke festival. Later tonight, Park, Fumero, Smoove and Alvarez will be competing against each other in a Movie Trivia Happy Hour event out of the festival.
The series is created by Vanessa Ramos, with David Caspe and Jackie Clarke also serving as writers/executive producers. John Davis and John Fox executive produce for Davis Entertainment. Payman Benz...
- 5/5/2022
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Tyler Alvarez, Madeleine Arthur and Olga Merediz are set as series regulars and Jb Smoove and Kamaia Fairburn will recur in Blockbuster, Netflix’s upcoming single-camera workplace comedy. They join previously announced leads Randall Park and Melissa Fumero.
Blockbuster, from Universal Television, is a 10-episode ensemble comedy that takes place in the last Blockbuster Video store in America. It explores what it takes – and, more specifically, who it takes – for a small business to succeed against all odds.
Alvarez will play Carlos. As a first-generation son of immigrants, he learned English by watching
movies, and they quickly became his love language. He dreams of being a filmmaker, but can’t help but feel like he owes it to...
Blockbuster, from Universal Television, is a 10-episode ensemble comedy that takes place in the last Blockbuster Video store in America. It explores what it takes – and, more specifically, who it takes – for a small business to succeed against all odds.
Alvarez will play Carlos. As a first-generation son of immigrants, he learned English by watching
movies, and they quickly became his love language. He dreams of being a filmmaker, but can’t help but feel like he owes it to...
- 3/3/2022
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
The upcoming Netflix comedy series “Blockbuster” has added five new cast members
Tyler Alvarez, Madeline Arthur, and Olga Merediz have all joined the show as series regulars. Jb Smoove and Kamaia Fairburn will appear in recurring guest star roles. Full character descriptions can be found below.
The new cast members join previously announced leads Randall Park and Melissa Fumero. The single-cam ensemble workplace comedy follows the staff of the last Blockbuster Video in America.
“Blockbuster” has been given a 10-episode order at Netflix. Vanessa Ramos created the series and serves as executive producer. David Caspe and Jackie Clarke also serve as writers and executive producers. John Davis and John Fox executive produce via Davis Entertainment. Universal Television is the studio.
New Character Desciptions:
Tyler Alvarez as Carlos: As a first-generation son of immigrants, he learned English by watching movies, and they quickly became his love language. He dreams of being a filmmaker,...
Tyler Alvarez, Madeline Arthur, and Olga Merediz have all joined the show as series regulars. Jb Smoove and Kamaia Fairburn will appear in recurring guest star roles. Full character descriptions can be found below.
The new cast members join previously announced leads Randall Park and Melissa Fumero. The single-cam ensemble workplace comedy follows the staff of the last Blockbuster Video in America.
“Blockbuster” has been given a 10-episode order at Netflix. Vanessa Ramos created the series and serves as executive producer. David Caspe and Jackie Clarke also serve as writers and executive producers. John Davis and John Fox executive produce via Davis Entertainment. Universal Television is the studio.
New Character Desciptions:
Tyler Alvarez as Carlos: As a first-generation son of immigrants, he learned English by watching movies, and they quickly became his love language. He dreams of being a filmmaker,...
- 3/3/2022
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
Exclusive: Deadline has learned that Lionsgate is working with Saturday Night Live alum Leslie Jones on an untitled Christmas comedy.
She is producing the project with Ruben Fleischer and David Bernad’s The District who are coming off a Presidents Day weekend box office win with Uncharted which has grossed $139M WW to date. Jones is developing the holiday feature as a potential starring role.
Superstore scribe Jackie Clarke is writing the Jones vehicle. Lenny Marcus is producing.
In the feature, Mrs. Claus is tired of not getting any credit for the work that she does. She decides to leave Santa and return to her hometown of Boston, where she moves in with her uptight sister and reconnects with her family, kickstarting a journey of self-discovery that will empower her sister and eventually lead her back to the real meaning of Christmas.
Erin Westerman, Lionsgate’s president of Production, tells Deadline,...
She is producing the project with Ruben Fleischer and David Bernad’s The District who are coming off a Presidents Day weekend box office win with Uncharted which has grossed $139M WW to date. Jones is developing the holiday feature as a potential starring role.
Superstore scribe Jackie Clarke is writing the Jones vehicle. Lenny Marcus is producing.
In the feature, Mrs. Claus is tired of not getting any credit for the work that she does. She decides to leave Santa and return to her hometown of Boston, where she moves in with her uptight sister and reconnects with her family, kickstarting a journey of self-discovery that will empower her sister and eventually lead her back to the real meaning of Christmas.
Erin Westerman, Lionsgate’s president of Production, tells Deadline,...
- 2/22/2022
- by Anthony D'Alessandro
- Deadline Film + TV
Brooklyn Nine-Nine‘s Melissa Fumero has found her next TV gig as she joins Netflix‘s upcoming comedy Blockbuster. She will star alongside the previously announced Randall Park in the single-camera workplace comedy from creators Vanessa Ramos, David Caspe, and Jackie Clarke. Additional casting will be announced soon, as the show about the last remaining Blockbuster video store takes shape at the streamer. (Credit: Art Streiber/NBC) Fumero has been cast as Eliza, a dedicated mother whose marriage to her high school sweetheart is currently on the rocks. After having left Harvard after one semester to start a family, Eliza now works at Blockbuster alongside Park’s Timmy as his trusted number two. But could there be more between them? Ordered for 10 episodes, Blockbuster is described as an ensemble comedy set at the last Blockbuster Video, and it will explore what it takes and who it takes to keep the...
- 2/16/2022
- TV Insider
This calls for Amy Santiago’s celebratory dork dance.
Fresh off her eight-season run on NBC’s Brooklyn Nine-Nine, Melissa Fumero has been cast opposite Randall Park in the Netflix workplace comedy Blockbuster.
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As previously reported, the 10-episode single-cam “takes place in the last Blockbuster Video in America,” and “explores what it takes – and more specifically who it takes – for a small business to succeed against all odds,...
Fresh off her eight-season run on NBC’s Brooklyn Nine-Nine, Melissa Fumero has been cast opposite Randall Park in the Netflix workplace comedy Blockbuster.
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As previously reported, the 10-episode single-cam “takes place in the last Blockbuster Video in America,” and “explores what it takes – and more specifically who it takes – for a small business to succeed against all odds,...
- 2/16/2022
- by Ryan Schwartz
- TVLine.com
Brooklyn Nine-Nine alumna Melissa Fumero is set as the female lead opposite Randall Park in Blockbuster, Netflix’s upcoming single-camera workplace comedy.
Blockbuster, from Universal Television, is a 10-episode ensemble comedy that takes place in the last Blockbuster Video store in America. It explores what it takes – and, more specifically, who it takes – for a small business to succeed against all odds.
Fumero will play Eliza, a dedicated mother whose marriage to her high school sweetheart is on the rocks. She left Harvard after one semester to start a family and now works at Blockbuster alongside Timmy (Park) as his trusty Number 2 — and maybe more.
2022 Netflix Pilot & Series Orders
The series is created by Vanessa Ramos, with David Caspe and Jackie Clarke also serving as writers/executive producers. John Davis and John Fox executive produce for Davis Entertainment. Payman Benz will direct and co-executive produce four episodes, including the pilot.
Blockbuster, from Universal Television, is a 10-episode ensemble comedy that takes place in the last Blockbuster Video store in America. It explores what it takes – and, more specifically, who it takes – for a small business to succeed against all odds.
Fumero will play Eliza, a dedicated mother whose marriage to her high school sweetheart is on the rocks. She left Harvard after one semester to start a family and now works at Blockbuster alongside Timmy (Park) as his trusty Number 2 — and maybe more.
2022 Netflix Pilot & Series Orders
The series is created by Vanessa Ramos, with David Caspe and Jackie Clarke also serving as writers/executive producers. John Davis and John Fox executive produce for Davis Entertainment. Payman Benz will direct and co-executive produce four episodes, including the pilot.
- 2/16/2022
- by Nellie Andreeva and Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Melissa Fumero has joined the upcoming Netflix comedy series “Blockbuster,” Variety has learned.
Fumero joins previously announced cast member Randall Park in the single-cam comedy, which takes place at the last Blockbuster Video in America. Further castings for the ensemble workplace comedy will be announced at a later date.
Fumero will play Eliza, described as a dedicated mother whose marriage to her high school sweetheart is on the rocks. She left Harvard after one semester to start a family and now works at Blockbuster alongside Timmy (Park) as his trusty number two.
Fumero is best known for her starring role as Det. Amy Santiago in the Golden Globe-winning NBC (formerly Fox) comedy series “Brooklyn Nine-Nine,” which ended in 2021 after eight seasons and just over 150 episodes. Her other recent roles include the Marvel animated series “Modok” on Hulu, “Diary of a Future President” at Disney Plus, and “One Day at a Time” at Netflix.
Fumero joins previously announced cast member Randall Park in the single-cam comedy, which takes place at the last Blockbuster Video in America. Further castings for the ensemble workplace comedy will be announced at a later date.
Fumero will play Eliza, described as a dedicated mother whose marriage to her high school sweetheart is on the rocks. She left Harvard after one semester to start a family and now works at Blockbuster alongside Timmy (Park) as his trusty number two.
Fumero is best known for her starring role as Det. Amy Santiago in the Golden Globe-winning NBC (formerly Fox) comedy series “Brooklyn Nine-Nine,” which ended in 2021 after eight seasons and just over 150 episodes. Her other recent roles include the Marvel animated series “Modok” on Hulu, “Diary of a Future President” at Disney Plus, and “One Day at a Time” at Netflix.
- 2/16/2022
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
Exclusive: Payman Benz (Black Monday) has been tapped to direct and serve as co-executive producer on four episodes, including the pilot, of Blockbuster, Netflix’s upcoming single-camera workplace comedy starring Randall Park.
Blockbuster, from Universal Television, is a 10-episode ensemble comedy that takes place in the last Blockbuster Video in America. It explores what it takes – and more specifically who it takes – for a small business to succeed against all odds. Benz will direct and co-ep episodes 101, 102, 107 and 108.
The series is created by Vanessa Ramos, with David Caspe and Jackie Clarke also serving as writers/executive producers. John Davis and John Fox executive produce for Davis Entertainment.
Blockbuster is produced by Universal Television, a division of Universal Studio Group, and studio-based Davis Entertainment.
The project reunites Benz and Caspe who worked together on Showtime’s Black Monday. Benz directed nine episodes of the Showtime dark comedy series, which Caspe co-created and executive produced.
Blockbuster, from Universal Television, is a 10-episode ensemble comedy that takes place in the last Blockbuster Video in America. It explores what it takes – and more specifically who it takes – for a small business to succeed against all odds. Benz will direct and co-ep episodes 101, 102, 107 and 108.
The series is created by Vanessa Ramos, with David Caspe and Jackie Clarke also serving as writers/executive producers. John Davis and John Fox executive produce for Davis Entertainment.
Blockbuster is produced by Universal Television, a division of Universal Studio Group, and studio-based Davis Entertainment.
The project reunites Benz and Caspe who worked together on Showtime’s Black Monday. Benz directed nine episodes of the Showtime dark comedy series, which Caspe co-created and executive produced.
- 2/10/2022
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
Here’s all your must-know mid-week Wednesday TV news! Randall Park Stars in Netflix’s ‘Blockbuster’ Workplace Comedy After NBC reportedly passed on workplace comedy Blockbuster, Netflix scooped up the sitcom starring Randall Park. The ten-episode ensemble comedy from Superstore writer Vanessa Ramos takes place at the last Blockbuster Video store in America. Ramos created the series, and is set to co-write with David Caspe and Jackie Clarke. All three will serve as executive producers alongside Davis Entertainment’s John Davis and John Fox. Head of comedy at Netflix Tracey Pakosta previously worked as co-head of scripted content at NBC, and counts Blockbuster as a reunion of sorts. “To say getting to make a show about a place I love, with my friends Jackie and David, and Randall Park as our star is a dream come true, somehow feels like an understatement,” Ramos said in a press statement. “When Vanessa...
- 11/17/2021
- TV Insider
Randall Park wants you to be kind and rewind: The Fresh Off the Boat vet will star in the Netflix comedy Blockbuster, set at the home video rental franchise’s last location.
The 10-episode single-cam explores “what it takes — and more specifically who it takes — for a small business to succeed against all odds,” per the official synopsis. The ensemble workplace comedy was created by writer/executive producer Vanessa Ramos (Superstore, Brooklyn Nine-Nine) and counts David Caspe (Happy Endings, Black Monday) and Jackie Clarke (Superstore, Happy Endings) among its writers/EPs.
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The 10-episode single-cam explores “what it takes — and more specifically who it takes — for a small business to succeed against all odds,” per the official synopsis. The ensemble workplace comedy was created by writer/executive producer Vanessa Ramos (Superstore, Brooklyn Nine-Nine) and counts David Caspe (Happy Endings, Black Monday) and Jackie Clarke (Superstore, Happy Endings) among its writers/EPs.
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- 11/17/2021
- by Vlada Gelman
- TVLine.com
It’s a blast from the past as Netflix has given a 10-episode series order to Blockbuster, a single-camera workplace comedy starring Randall Park, which is set in the last remaining Blockbuster video store.
There is a lot of symbolism — and irony — in the pickup as Netflix started as an underdog video rental upstart that was almost crushed by then-dominant giant Blockbuster. Netflix co-founders Marc Randolph and Reed Hastings actually tried selling the company to Blockbuster for $50 million in 2000 but were rebuffed. They went on to build Netflix into one of the biggest entertainment companies in the world while Blockbuster ceased operations in 2014.
Blockbuster, the series, is produced by Universal Television, a division of Universal Studio Group, and studio-based Davis Entertainment. Originally set up at NBC, it is created by Vanessa Ramos whose experience in workplace comedies include NBC/Uni TV’s Superstore and Brooklyn Nine-Nine, with Happy Endings creator...
There is a lot of symbolism — and irony — in the pickup as Netflix started as an underdog video rental upstart that was almost crushed by then-dominant giant Blockbuster. Netflix co-founders Marc Randolph and Reed Hastings actually tried selling the company to Blockbuster for $50 million in 2000 but were rebuffed. They went on to build Netflix into one of the biggest entertainment companies in the world while Blockbuster ceased operations in 2014.
Blockbuster, the series, is produced by Universal Television, a division of Universal Studio Group, and studio-based Davis Entertainment. Originally set up at NBC, it is created by Vanessa Ramos whose experience in workplace comedies include NBC/Uni TV’s Superstore and Brooklyn Nine-Nine, with Happy Endings creator...
- 11/17/2021
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
Randall Park is set to star in a comedy series at Netflix that is set at the last Blockbuster Video, Variety has learned.
The streamer has ordered 10 episodes of “Blockbuster,” which was created by writer and executive producer Vanessa Ramos. David Caspe and Jackie Clarke also serve as writers and executive producers. John Davis and John Fox also executive produce via Davis Entertainment. Universal Television is the studio.
The single-cam series is described as an ensemble comedy that takes place in the last Blockbuster Video in America. It explores what it takes – and more specifically who it takes – for a small business to succeed against all odds.
“To say getting to make a show about a place I love, with my friends Jackie and David, and Randall Park as our star is a dream come true, somehow feels like an understatement,” Ramos said. “I could not be more grateful to...
The streamer has ordered 10 episodes of “Blockbuster,” which was created by writer and executive producer Vanessa Ramos. David Caspe and Jackie Clarke also serve as writers and executive producers. John Davis and John Fox also executive produce via Davis Entertainment. Universal Television is the studio.
The single-cam series is described as an ensemble comedy that takes place in the last Blockbuster Video in America. It explores what it takes – and more specifically who it takes – for a small business to succeed against all odds.
“To say getting to make a show about a place I love, with my friends Jackie and David, and Randall Park as our star is a dream come true, somehow feels like an understatement,” Ramos said. “I could not be more grateful to...
- 11/17/2021
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
Television series’ depictions of single parents isn’t all that different from what viewers imagine, or have experienced, it to be. Struggling adults attempting to juggle a stable career while doubling as the book report editor, dinner maker and support system that their kids need isn’t exactly new. But the twist now is that scripted programming is putting the spotlight on single dads.
Comedies ranging from NBC’s “Mr. Mayor” and “Kenan,” to CBS’ “United States of Al” and “B Positive,” to Netflix’s “Dad Stop Embarrassing Me!” have lead characters who are single dads — albeit ones who maybe get by thanks to their entourages of quirky friends, relatives or coworkers.
“I personally like shows, even in comedies, that still feel like they’re about something,” says “Kenan” co-creator Jackie Clarke, who, like the daughters of lead Kenan Thompson’s similarly-named character on her show, spent part of her...
Comedies ranging from NBC’s “Mr. Mayor” and “Kenan,” to CBS’ “United States of Al” and “B Positive,” to Netflix’s “Dad Stop Embarrassing Me!” have lead characters who are single dads — albeit ones who maybe get by thanks to their entourages of quirky friends, relatives or coworkers.
“I personally like shows, even in comedies, that still feel like they’re about something,” says “Kenan” co-creator Jackie Clarke, who, like the daughters of lead Kenan Thompson’s similarly-named character on her show, spent part of her...
- 6/7/2021
- by Whitney Friedlander
- Variety Film + TV
“Young Rock” and “Kenan” have both been renewed for Season 2 at NBC.
“It has been a true joy to watch Dwayne Johnson & Kenan Thompson on NBC every week and see families connect with their relatable, entertaining and heartwarming stories,” said Lisa Katz, president of scripted programming for NBCUniversal Television and Streaming. “We’re thrilled to renew both of these shows for another season and can’t wait to see more from Dwayne, Kenan and the incredibly talented casts and producing teams behind each of them.”
“Young Rock” focuses on different chapters of Johnson’s life — from growing up in a strong and resilient family, to being surrounded by the wild characters of his professional wrestling family, to playing football at the University of Miami
Johnson serves as narrator and executive producer on the series. It also stars Joseph Lee Anderson, Stacey Leilua, Adrian Groulx, Bradley Constant, Uli Latukefu, Ana Tuisila,...
“It has been a true joy to watch Dwayne Johnson & Kenan Thompson on NBC every week and see families connect with their relatable, entertaining and heartwarming stories,” said Lisa Katz, president of scripted programming for NBCUniversal Television and Streaming. “We’re thrilled to renew both of these shows for another season and can’t wait to see more from Dwayne, Kenan and the incredibly talented casts and producing teams behind each of them.”
“Young Rock” focuses on different chapters of Johnson’s life — from growing up in a strong and resilient family, to being surrounded by the wild characters of his professional wrestling family, to playing football at the University of Miami
Johnson serves as narrator and executive producer on the series. It also stars Joseph Lee Anderson, Stacey Leilua, Adrian Groulx, Bradley Constant, Uli Latukefu, Ana Tuisila,...
- 4/30/2021
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
NBC is staying in business with Dwayne Johnson and Kenan Thompson.
The network has renewed comedies Young Rock and Kenan for second seasons. It marks the latest comedy renewals at the broadcaster, having ordered a second season of Mr. Mayor last month.
NBC said Young Rock, which debuted in February, is the No. 2 new comedy of the season in the 18-49 demo and that the pilot episode has been seen by 13.4M viewers. The network also noted that it is its top comedy debut across digital platforms on record through 60 days with 3.6M digital views.
The show focuses on different chapters of Johnson’s life. From growing up in a strong and resilient family to being surrounded by the wild characters of his professional wrestling family to playing football at the University of Miami, the show explores the crazy rollercoaster that has shaped Dwayne into the man he is today...
The network has renewed comedies Young Rock and Kenan for second seasons. It marks the latest comedy renewals at the broadcaster, having ordered a second season of Mr. Mayor last month.
NBC said Young Rock, which debuted in February, is the No. 2 new comedy of the season in the 18-49 demo and that the pilot episode has been seen by 13.4M viewers. The network also noted that it is its top comedy debut across digital platforms on record through 60 days with 3.6M digital views.
The show focuses on different chapters of Johnson’s life. From growing up in a strong and resilient family to being surrounded by the wild characters of his professional wrestling family to playing football at the University of Miami, the show explores the crazy rollercoaster that has shaped Dwayne into the man he is today...
- 4/30/2021
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
Many people recognize and associate actor Kenan Thompson from his long (and hilarious) tenure on Saturday Night Live, as he is one of the sketch comedy shows most beloved and admired cast members. Thompson is now adding to his resume and branching out into the sitcom realm with the heartwarming new series “Kenan” which has just premiered on NBC. “Kenan” stars Kenan Thompson a recently widowed host of Atlanta’s #2 morning talk show, who struggles to balance his job and raising his daughters despite the help of his father-in-law and his brother. The series also stars Don Johnson, Chris Redd, Kimrie Lewis, and Dani and Dannah Lane. It is executive produced by David Caspe, Jackie Clarke, and Ken Whittingham. We recently had a chance to catch up with the cast and crew of “Kenan” to talk about the new series and give us some insight into season one! When speaking...
- 2/17/2021
- by Kristyn Clarke
- Age of the Nerd
The third time appears to be the charm for Kenan Thompson’s long-gestating NBC sitcom, “Kenan.” Formerly titled “Saving Larry,” “Saving Kenan,” and “The Kenan Show,” the new single-cam comedy is set to make its NBC debut Tuesday, February 16, and the first full trailer is now available to watch below.
NBC dropped the extended look at “Kenan” during the show’s TCA panel on Tuesday, January 26, as part of the ongoing 2021 Winter Press Tour. Joining Thompson on the virtual panel were fellow cast members Don Johnson, Chris Redd, Kimrie Lewis, Dani and Dannah Lane, as well as executive producers David Caspe, Ken Whittingham, and Jackie Clarke, who wrote the pilot.
“It was a long process, starting with finding someone to settle on the idea with,” Thompson said. “Jackie and I had a similar idea for what kind of show people hadn’t seen before — how to put a new twist...
NBC dropped the extended look at “Kenan” during the show’s TCA panel on Tuesday, January 26, as part of the ongoing 2021 Winter Press Tour. Joining Thompson on the virtual panel were fellow cast members Don Johnson, Chris Redd, Kimrie Lewis, Dani and Dannah Lane, as well as executive producers David Caspe, Ken Whittingham, and Jackie Clarke, who wrote the pilot.
“It was a long process, starting with finding someone to settle on the idea with,” Thompson said. “Jackie and I had a similar idea for what kind of show people hadn’t seen before — how to put a new twist...
- 1/26/2021
- by Ben Travers
- Indiewire
Kenan Thompson will be racking up the air miles as he travels between his new NBC sitcom Kenan and Saturday Night Live.
The comedian and co-star Chris Redd will be going back and forth from Los Angeles and New York to film both shows.
During a virtual press conference, he told Deadline that he’s only down in once for the SNL Christmas show but will see how it feels moving forward.
“We’ll see how exhausting it gets when it has to become a repeat kind of a thing but we did it for the Christmas show and me and Chris went out there on Friday and showed up at rehearsal that night and ended up doing the show and then we had three weeks off before we had to be on another job. It wasn’t that stressful but we’ll see how that turns around when it...
The comedian and co-star Chris Redd will be going back and forth from Los Angeles and New York to film both shows.
During a virtual press conference, he told Deadline that he’s only down in once for the SNL Christmas show but will see how it feels moving forward.
“We’ll see how exhausting it gets when it has to become a repeat kind of a thing but we did it for the Christmas show and me and Chris went out there on Friday and showed up at rehearsal that night and ended up doing the show and then we had three weeks off before we had to be on another job. It wasn’t that stressful but we’ll see how that turns around when it...
- 1/26/2021
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
In today’s TV news roundup, Netflix gave a premiere date to Part 2 of “Selena: The Series,” and Apple TV Plus offered a first look at Season 2 of “For All Mankind.”
Casting
CBS All Access shared that Louie Anderson, Kevin Bacon, Jillian Bell, D’Arcy Carden, Rob Delaney, Elle Fanning, Will Forte, Kimberly Hébert Gregory, Udo Kier, Lamorne Morris, Oscar Nuñez, Hannah Simone, June Squibb and Samara Weaving will guest star on the fourth season of “No Activity.” The comedy series follows a group of cops, criminals and employees, with Season 4 specifically centering around star Patrick Brammall’s character and his disillusioned experiences after finally becoming an FBI agent like he always dreamed. It will also feature the characters as animated versions of themselves. Returning guest stars who appeared in prior seasons and will reprise their roles are Joe Keery, Sunita Mani, Bob Odenkirk and Amy Sedaris.
Dates
Netflix‘s “Selena: The Series...
Casting
CBS All Access shared that Louie Anderson, Kevin Bacon, Jillian Bell, D’Arcy Carden, Rob Delaney, Elle Fanning, Will Forte, Kimberly Hébert Gregory, Udo Kier, Lamorne Morris, Oscar Nuñez, Hannah Simone, June Squibb and Samara Weaving will guest star on the fourth season of “No Activity.” The comedy series follows a group of cops, criminals and employees, with Season 4 specifically centering around star Patrick Brammall’s character and his disillusioned experiences after finally becoming an FBI agent like he always dreamed. It will also feature the characters as animated versions of themselves. Returning guest stars who appeared in prior seasons and will reprise their roles are Joe Keery, Sunita Mani, Bob Odenkirk and Amy Sedaris.
Dates
Netflix‘s “Selena: The Series...
- 1/15/2021
- by Eli Countryman
- Variety Film + TV
This past fall, NBC shrank its signature Thursday comedy block from two hours to one, and now the network is opening a new comedy beachfront on Tuesday.
New half-hour series Young Rock and Kenan will premiere in the Tuesday 8 Pm hour on Feb. 16. Sophomore musical dramedy Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist, which was relocated to the time slot this season and just launched its second season to encouraging ratings, will go on hiatus after airing six episodes and will return later in the spring. It has not been decided yet where the show will return; it likely will be in another time slot as the Tuesday 8 Pm hour will be occupied by The Voice until summer.
The Dwayne Johnson-Nahnatchka Khan’s Young Rock and Kenan Thompson starrer Kenan will air in the Tuesday 8 Pm hour through the end of May, finishing their orders. That is when The Voice’s...
New half-hour series Young Rock and Kenan will premiere in the Tuesday 8 Pm hour on Feb. 16. Sophomore musical dramedy Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist, which was relocated to the time slot this season and just launched its second season to encouraging ratings, will go on hiatus after airing six episodes and will return later in the spring. It has not been decided yet where the show will return; it likely will be in another time slot as the Tuesday 8 Pm hour will be occupied by The Voice until summer.
The Dwayne Johnson-Nahnatchka Khan’s Young Rock and Kenan Thompson starrer Kenan will air in the Tuesday 8 Pm hour through the end of May, finishing their orders. That is when The Voice’s...
- 1/15/2021
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
NBC is hitting pause on Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist to make room for a pair of new comedies fronted by Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson and Saturday Night Live staple Kenan Thompson.
Young Rock will premiere on Tuesday, Feb. 16 at 8/7c, followed immediately by the premiere of Kenan at 8:30 pm. As these shows will be occupying Zoey’s usual time slot, the musical comedy will go on a brief hiatus after its sixth episode (Feb. 9, 8 pm) and will return in the spring.
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Young Rock will premiere on Tuesday, Feb. 16 at 8/7c, followed immediately by the premiere of Kenan at 8:30 pm. As these shows will be occupying Zoey’s usual time slot, the musical comedy will go on a brief hiatus after its sixth episode (Feb. 9, 8 pm) and will return in the spring.
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- 1/15/2021
- by Andy Swift
- TVLine.com
Exclusive: Range Media Partners has locked 17 more clients for the new management/production company. This comes as its lineup of ground floor partners has changed as Lucinda Moorhead, who left UTA to join Range, has decided she will instead stay with the agency and not join the upstart venture.
On the heels of its launch earlier this month, the new Range clients range from talent to filmmakers and TV writer/producers. The company has also confirmed the clients Deadline first reported would be joining the new company.
On the talent side, Range Media Partners has signed Alessandro Nivola, Alyssa Milano, Andrew Lincoln, Eric Singer, Shea Whigham, and Vincent Cassell. Also coming are filmmakers Baltasar Kormakur, Gareth Edwards; The Raid: Redemption director Gareth Evans (who continues to be repped by Management 360); Jc Chandor; Patrick Hughes (The Hitman’s Bodyguard); Ric Roman Waugh; and Martin Zandvliet.
On the TV writer/producer side, the new clients are Jackie Clarke; Gracie Glassmeyer; Rene Gube; and Rosa Handelman.
They join an original influx of clients that includes Naomi Ackie, Michael Bay, Kingsley Ben-Adir, Jessie Buckley, Jerrod Carmichael, Emilia Clarke, Bradley Cooper, Johnny Depp, Taron Egerton, Michael Fassbender, Luca Guadagnino, Tom Hardy, Stephan James, Anna Kendrick, Taylor Kitsch, Keira Knightley, Danny McBride/Rough House Pictures, Martin McDonagh, Michael Shannon and Ramy Youssef.
We hear that Moorhead’s deal with Range did not close and that UTA made her a strong offer to stay at the agency.
The exit of Moorhead means that the ground floor partners at Range Media Partners are Dave Bugliari, Mackenzie Condon Roussos, Rich Cook, Michael Cooper, Susie Fox, Matt Graham, Sandra Kang, Rachel Kropa, Chelsea McKinnies, Peter Micelli, Mick Sullivan, Byron Wetzel, and Jack Whigham.
On the heels of its launch earlier this month, the new Range clients range from talent to filmmakers and TV writer/producers. The company has also confirmed the clients Deadline first reported would be joining the new company.
On the talent side, Range Media Partners has signed Alessandro Nivola, Alyssa Milano, Andrew Lincoln, Eric Singer, Shea Whigham, and Vincent Cassell. Also coming are filmmakers Baltasar Kormakur, Gareth Edwards; The Raid: Redemption director Gareth Evans (who continues to be repped by Management 360); Jc Chandor; Patrick Hughes (The Hitman’s Bodyguard); Ric Roman Waugh; and Martin Zandvliet.
On the TV writer/producer side, the new clients are Jackie Clarke; Gracie Glassmeyer; Rene Gube; and Rosa Handelman.
They join an original influx of clients that includes Naomi Ackie, Michael Bay, Kingsley Ben-Adir, Jessie Buckley, Jerrod Carmichael, Emilia Clarke, Bradley Cooper, Johnny Depp, Taron Egerton, Michael Fassbender, Luca Guadagnino, Tom Hardy, Stephan James, Anna Kendrick, Taylor Kitsch, Keira Knightley, Danny McBride/Rough House Pictures, Martin McDonagh, Michael Shannon and Ramy Youssef.
We hear that Moorhead’s deal with Range did not close and that UTA made her a strong offer to stay at the agency.
The exit of Moorhead means that the ground floor partners at Range Media Partners are Dave Bugliari, Mackenzie Condon Roussos, Rich Cook, Michael Cooper, Susie Fox, Matt Graham, Sandra Kang, Rachel Kropa, Chelsea McKinnies, Peter Micelli, Mick Sullivan, Byron Wetzel, and Jack Whigham.
- 9/24/2020
- by Mike Fleming Jr
- Deadline Film + TV
Don Johnson and Chris Redd have joined the cast of Kenan Thompson’s eponymous NBC sitcom, with Johnson replacing Andy Garcia as the “Saturday Night Live” star’s on-screen father-in-law.
“Kenan,” which was ordered to series last year under the title “The Kenan Show,” stars Thompson as “a recently widowed host of Atlanta’s #2 morning show, struggles to balance his job and his young daughters despite all the “help” he gets from his father-in-law and his brother/assistant/manager/house guest.”
Johnson will play his father-in-law, Rick, and Redd will play his brother.
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NBC picked up the comedy as part of its traditional development cycle for the 2019-20 season before announcing earlier in January that it would instead air as part of the upcoming 2020-21 season to accommodate Thompson’s workload as a main cast member on “SNL...
“Kenan,” which was ordered to series last year under the title “The Kenan Show,” stars Thompson as “a recently widowed host of Atlanta’s #2 morning show, struggles to balance his job and his young daughters despite all the “help” he gets from his father-in-law and his brother/assistant/manager/house guest.”
Johnson will play his father-in-law, Rick, and Redd will play his brother.
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NBC picked up the comedy as part of its traditional development cycle for the 2019-20 season before announcing earlier in January that it would instead air as part of the upcoming 2020-21 season to accommodate Thompson’s workload as a main cast member on “SNL...
- 7/17/2020
- by Reid Nakamura
- The Wrap
Don Johnson, SNL‘s Chris Redd and Single Parents‘ Kimrie Lewis have all boarded the latest incarnation of Kenan Thompson’s eponymous NBC comedy.
Written by Jackie Clarke (Superstore) and David Caspe (Happy Endings), the single-camera Kenan stars SNL vet Thompson as the recently widowed host of Atlanta’s No. 2 morning show, who struggles to balance his job and his young daughters despite all the “help” he gets from his father-in-law and his brother/assistant/manager/house guest.
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Written by Jackie Clarke (Superstore) and David Caspe (Happy Endings), the single-camera Kenan stars SNL vet Thompson as the recently widowed host of Atlanta’s No. 2 morning show, who struggles to balance his job and his young daughters despite all the “help” he gets from his father-in-law and his brother/assistant/manager/house guest.
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- 7/17/2020
- by Matt Webb Mitovich
- TVLine.com
Don Johnson and Saturday Night Live‘s Chris Redd are set to co-star opposite SNL veteran Kenan Thompson in NBC’s upcoming comedy series Kenan. Both Thompson and Redd are expected to continue on SNL next season alongside their duties on Kenan, executive produced by SNL boss Lorne Michaels.
Also recently cast in Kenan is Single Parents‘ Kimrie Lewis. The comedy was originally piloted in 2019 with Jackie Clarke as writer and Chris Rock as director. The pilot was picked up to series but the project has since been redeveloped. Clarke co-wrote the new incarnation with Happy Endings creator David Caspe who serves as showrunner.
Thomson and child actors Dani Lockett and Dannah Lockett, who play his young daughters, are the only cast members from the original pilot that are continuing. Johnson is replacing Andy Garcia as Rick, Kenan’s father-in-law. (The character was previously named Percy.)
Also recast is the role of Erica,...
Also recently cast in Kenan is Single Parents‘ Kimrie Lewis. The comedy was originally piloted in 2019 with Jackie Clarke as writer and Chris Rock as director. The pilot was picked up to series but the project has since been redeveloped. Clarke co-wrote the new incarnation with Happy Endings creator David Caspe who serves as showrunner.
Thomson and child actors Dani Lockett and Dannah Lockett, who play his young daughters, are the only cast members from the original pilot that are continuing. Johnson is replacing Andy Garcia as Rick, Kenan’s father-in-law. (The character was previously named Percy.)
Also recast is the role of Erica,...
- 7/17/2020
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
Don Johnson and Chris Redd have signed onto a starring role in “Kenan,” the upcoming NBC series starring Kenan Thompson.
“Kenan” was originally ordered to series last year for a spring 2020 debut, but NBC announced in January that the show was being pushed to the 2020-2021 season to continue developing it.
Johnson will play Rick, Kenan’s father-in-law in the series. He takes over the role from Andy Garcia. Redd has been cast as Gary, Kenan’s brother.
The show revolves around Kenan, a recently widowed host of Atlanta’s #2 morning show. He struggles to balance his job and his young daughters despite all the “help” he gets from his father-in-law (Johnson) and his brother/assistant/manager/house guest (Redd).
Johnson’s recent credits include the critically-acclaimed HBO limited series “Watchmen” and the hit film “Knives Out.” He is best known for his role in the classic cop series “Miami Vice.
“Kenan” was originally ordered to series last year for a spring 2020 debut, but NBC announced in January that the show was being pushed to the 2020-2021 season to continue developing it.
Johnson will play Rick, Kenan’s father-in-law in the series. He takes over the role from Andy Garcia. Redd has been cast as Gary, Kenan’s brother.
The show revolves around Kenan, a recently widowed host of Atlanta’s #2 morning show. He struggles to balance his job and his young daughters despite all the “help” he gets from his father-in-law (Johnson) and his brother/assistant/manager/house guest (Redd).
Johnson’s recent credits include the critically-acclaimed HBO limited series “Watchmen” and the hit film “Knives Out.” He is best known for his role in the classic cop series “Miami Vice.
- 7/17/2020
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
NBC's Kenan Thompson comedy is beginning to take shape — again.
Don Johnson has been tapped to replace Andy Garcia and star opposite the Saturday Night Live favorite in single-camera comedy Kenan. Additionally, Thompson's fellow SNL star Chris Redd has also joined the cast of the series, which has enlisted Happy Endings creator David Caspe as its showrunner and co-writer alongside Jackie Clarke.
The comedy revolves around Kenan, a recently widowed host of Atlanta’s No. 2 morning show who struggles to balance his job and his young daughters despite all the "help" he gets from his ...
Don Johnson has been tapped to replace Andy Garcia and star opposite the Saturday Night Live favorite in single-camera comedy Kenan. Additionally, Thompson's fellow SNL star Chris Redd has also joined the cast of the series, which has enlisted Happy Endings creator David Caspe as its showrunner and co-writer alongside Jackie Clarke.
The comedy revolves around Kenan, a recently widowed host of Atlanta’s No. 2 morning show who struggles to balance his job and his young daughters despite all the "help" he gets from his ...
- 7/16/2020
- The Hollywood Reporter - Film + TV
(Updated March 2 with “Almost Family” canceled after one season by Fox.)
It’s that time of year again! As the broadcast networks order pilots and consider new series for their Fall 2020 slates, they’ve also begun to winnow down the current shows that will return next season and which will come to an end.
Below is every scripted show that ABC, NBC, CBS, Fox and The CW have renewed or canceled so far, along with those still awaiting their fates. We’ve also included the new comedies and dramas that have been picked up, along with their descriptions.
You can read our pilot guide to see what projects may soon be ordered to series here.
Check back throughout the coming months for updates, as there will be many ahead of the broadcast networks’ upfront presentations to advertisers in May.
Also Read: 'Superstore' Renewed for Season 6 at NBC
NBC
Renewed Series: “The Blacklist,...
It’s that time of year again! As the broadcast networks order pilots and consider new series for their Fall 2020 slates, they’ve also begun to winnow down the current shows that will return next season and which will come to an end.
Below is every scripted show that ABC, NBC, CBS, Fox and The CW have renewed or canceled so far, along with those still awaiting their fates. We’ve also included the new comedies and dramas that have been picked up, along with their descriptions.
You can read our pilot guide to see what projects may soon be ordered to series here.
Check back throughout the coming months for updates, as there will be many ahead of the broadcast networks’ upfront presentations to advertisers in May.
Also Read: 'Superstore' Renewed for Season 6 at NBC
NBC
Renewed Series: “The Blacklist,...
- 3/3/2020
- by Jennifer Maas
- The Wrap
NBC has pushed The Kenan Show to the 2020/21 season as the network becomes the latest broadcaster to talk up its off-cycle development process.
The Kenan Show was picked up to series in May but NBC wanted to give Kenan Thompson time to craft the show and manage his workload, given he’s still on Saturday Night Live and Bring The Funny.
Paul Telegdy, who became sold Chairman of NBC Entertainment in October, revealed the move during his exec session at the Winter TCA press tour.
“When a star is given to this network time and time again, we reciprocate. What we gave Kenan back was time, time to create a show he wants, time to do the projects he’s doing and that he loves, and a little time for his family. So The Kenan Show will come next season, and I think it’s stronger, smarter and funnier than...
The Kenan Show was picked up to series in May but NBC wanted to give Kenan Thompson time to craft the show and manage his workload, given he’s still on Saturday Night Live and Bring The Funny.
Paul Telegdy, who became sold Chairman of NBC Entertainment in October, revealed the move during his exec session at the Winter TCA press tour.
“When a star is given to this network time and time again, we reciprocate. What we gave Kenan back was time, time to create a show he wants, time to do the projects he’s doing and that he loves, and a little time for his family. So The Kenan Show will come next season, and I think it’s stronger, smarter and funnier than...
- 1/11/2020
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
Fans of Blindspot will have to wait a little longer for the thriller drama’s final chapter. NBC today unveiled its midseason schedule, and the series starring Sullivan Stapleton and Jaimie Alexander was not on it.
We can reveal that Blindspot‘s 13-episode fifth and final season will air in summer 2019.
Blindspot was a big breakout hit when it launched in fall 2015 behind The Voice on Monday. Its ratings took a hit once the series was moved to Wednesdays in Season 2 and further declined when it was relocated to Fridays at the start of Season 3.
Also not part of NBC’s midseason lineup was new comedy series The Kenan Show, headlined by Saturday Night Live star Kenan Thompson.
The delay is not surprising been expected. The family comedy, written by Jackie Clarke, was expected to undergo some redevelopment following its series pickup last May. And the series will have to...
We can reveal that Blindspot‘s 13-episode fifth and final season will air in summer 2019.
Blindspot was a big breakout hit when it launched in fall 2015 behind The Voice on Monday. Its ratings took a hit once the series was moved to Wednesdays in Season 2 and further declined when it was relocated to Fridays at the start of Season 3.
Also not part of NBC’s midseason lineup was new comedy series The Kenan Show, headlined by Saturday Night Live star Kenan Thompson.
The delay is not surprising been expected. The family comedy, written by Jackie Clarke, was expected to undergo some redevelopment following its series pickup last May. And the series will have to...
- 11/8/2019
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: We’ll be seeing more of Sandra in the upcoming fifth season of Superstore. Kaliko Kauahi, who has recurred as the fan-favorite character since Season 1, has been promoted to series regular in the NBC comedy series.
Kauahi’s Sandra is a sales associate at Cloud 9. She’s shy and has trouble bringing up legitimate concerns and speaks softly, even though she has important things to say and an incredible memory. Kauahi has appeared in a total of 61 episodes in the recurring role since the first season.
Created and written by Justin Spitzer, Superstore centers around Amy (America Ferrera), the store’s most stalwart employee as well as the glue holding the place together. Ben Feldman, Colton Dunn, Nico Santos and Nichole Bloom also star.
The series is produced by Universal Television in association with the Spitzer Holding Company and The District. Spitzer also serves as an executive producer with director Ruben Fleischer,...
Kauahi’s Sandra is a sales associate at Cloud 9. She’s shy and has trouble bringing up legitimate concerns and speaks softly, even though she has important things to say and an incredible memory. Kauahi has appeared in a total of 61 episodes in the recurring role since the first season.
Created and written by Justin Spitzer, Superstore centers around Amy (America Ferrera), the store’s most stalwart employee as well as the glue holding the place together. Ben Feldman, Colton Dunn, Nico Santos and Nichole Bloom also star.
The series is produced by Universal Television in association with the Spitzer Holding Company and The District. Spitzer also serves as an executive producer with director Ruben Fleischer,...
- 5/22/2019
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Kenan Thompson is to remain on Saturday Night Live next season with NBC figuring out “scheduling issues” around sitcom The Kenan Show to accommodate the star’s three shows for the network.
The broadcaster revealed that The Kenan Show, which Thompson also exec produces, will launch in a “post-fall” slot and that he will remain on SNL. NBC Entertainment Co-Chairman George Cheeks told Deadline that it is working out how best to work it so that Thompson can do the sitcom, SNL and unscripted reality competition series Bring The Funny.
This comes after NBC handed The Kenan Show, formerly known as Saving Kenan, a series order on Friday. The single-camera comedy is produced by Universal TV and Lorne Michaels’ Broadway Video.
Cheeks said, “Kenan is one of the best talents on NBC and has been on SNL for many, many years. There are scheduling issues that we’re figuring out...
The broadcaster revealed that The Kenan Show, which Thompson also exec produces, will launch in a “post-fall” slot and that he will remain on SNL. NBC Entertainment Co-Chairman George Cheeks told Deadline that it is working out how best to work it so that Thompson can do the sitcom, SNL and unscripted reality competition series Bring The Funny.
This comes after NBC handed The Kenan Show, formerly known as Saving Kenan, a series order on Friday. The single-camera comedy is produced by Universal TV and Lorne Michaels’ Broadway Video.
Cheeks said, “Kenan is one of the best talents on NBC and has been on SNL for many, many years. There are scheduling issues that we’re figuring out...
- 5/12/2019
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
Saturday Night Live star Kenan Thompson is adding a third NBC series to his plate. The network has given a series order to The Kenan Show (aka Saving Kenan), a single-camera comedy starring and executive produced by Thompson, from Universal TV and Lorne Michaels’ Broadway Video. This is NBC’s second new comedy series pickup for next season, joining Kal Penn’s Sunnyside.
Thompson, who has become the heart and soul of SNL during his tenure, has repeatedly said he has no plans to quit SNL even with its ever-expanding portfolio.
“It’s the best job in the world,” Thompson said recently on The Ellen DeGeneres Show. “I can’t see myself just walking away from it like that, even with how busy I’ve been with another show on NBC called Bring the Funny.”
The unscripted Bring The Funny, a reality competition series, is one of his now-three series on NBC.
Thompson, who has become the heart and soul of SNL during his tenure, has repeatedly said he has no plans to quit SNL even with its ever-expanding portfolio.
“It’s the best job in the world,” Thompson said recently on The Ellen DeGeneres Show. “I can’t see myself just walking away from it like that, even with how busy I’ve been with another show on NBC called Bring the Funny.”
The unscripted Bring The Funny, a reality competition series, is one of his now-three series on NBC.
- 5/10/2019
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
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