Netflix’s Highly Anticipated Series “The Four Seasons”Set for May Release

Netflix is gearing up for the premiere of its latest star-studded series, The Four Seasons, which will make its debut on May 1. This new show, co-created and featuring the iconic Tina Fey, is based on the beloved 1981 film penned and directed by Alan Alda, who returns as a producer and guest star for this adaptation.

Plot Overview

The storyline revolves around three couples, portrayed by Fey alongside Will Forte, Steve Carell with Kerry Kinney-Silver, and Colman Domingo with Marco Calvani. Their tranquil vacation takes a tumultuous turn when one couple reveals they are facing divorce, leading to unexpected tensions and revelations throughout their getaway.

Teaser Release and Production Insights

Netflix has also shared a teaser for the series, which can be viewed below:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=41Kenrf9Htw

Following its successful acquisition amidst competitive bidding from various networks—an outcome influenced by the labor strikes of 2023—Netflix granted The Four Seasons a straight-to-series order in early 2024. Produced by Universal Television, the show is a product of Fey’s company, Little Stranger.

Cast and Creative Team

The ensemble cast also includes Erika Henningsen from Girls5Eva, with a range of guest stars featuring Alan Alda, Julia Lester, Ashlyn Maddox, Jacob Buckenmyer, Taylor Ortega, Simone Recasner, Toby Edward Huss, Tommy Do, Chloe Troast, Jack Gore, and Cole Tristan Murphy.

Emmy Contenders and Competition

As The Four Seasons prepares for its launch, it will be entering a competitive arena filled with potential Emmy Award contenders. Other high-profile series releasing in the same window include Hacks, The Handmaid’s Tale, Andor, Black Mirror, The Last of Us, Étoile, and Poker Face, although the latter won’t conclude in time for the May 31 eligibility deadline.

Behind the Scenes

The creative vision behind The Four Seasons is a collaborative effort from Fey, Lang Fisher, and Tracey Wigfield, who serve as co-showrunners and writers. They are joined by executive producers including David Miner, Jeff Richmond, and Eric Gurian. Alda collaborates with Marissa Bregman, daughter of the film’s original producer, on production duties. Notable directors for the first two episodes include Robert Pulcini and Shari Springer Berman, alongside contributions from Rodriguez, Richmond, Domingo, and Fisher.

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