Flatbush Misdemeanors

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Flatbush Misdemeanors
GenreComedy
Created by
  • Kevin Iso
  • Dan Perlman
Written by
  • Kevin Iso
  • Dan Perlman
Directed byJustin Tipping
Starring
  • Kevin Iso
  • Dan Perlman
  • Kristin Dodson
  • Hassan Johnson
Country of originUnited States
No. of seasons1
No. of episodes10
Production
Executive producers
  • Kevin Iso
  • Dan Perlman
  • Nastaran Dibai
  • Richard Allen-Turner
  • Jon Thoday
  • Chloe Pisello
  • David Martin
  • Justin Tipping
EditorMatthew Booras
Camera setupSingle
Production companies
Release
Original networkShowtime
Original releaseMay 23, 2021 (2021-05-23) –
present
External links
Website

Flatbush Misdemeanors is an American comedy series created by Kevin Iso and Dan Perlman. It is based on Iso and Perlman's 2017 digital series of the same name. In October 2020, it was given a straight-to-series order by Showtime. The series premiered on May 23, 2021. In August 2021, the series was renewed for a second season.

Premise[]

A raw and grounded comedy of city life, follows Dan and Kevin, who play characters struggling to thrive in their new surroundings in the brash environment of Flatbush, Brooklyn. The show explores two longtime friends seeking to climb out of their heads and connect with others.[1]

Cast[]

Main[]

  • Kevin Iso as Kevin
  • Dan Perlman as Dan
  • Kristin Donson as Zayna
  • Hassan Johnson as Drew

Guest[]

  • Maria Bamford as Maria
  • Kerry Coddett as Jasmine
  • Sharlene Cruz as Jess
  • Kareem Green as Kareem
  • Sam Jay as Georgia
  • Zuri Reed as Dami
  • Yamaneika Saunders as Dr. Flowers
  • Roy Wood Jr. as Principal Douglass

Episodes[]

No.TitleDirected byWritten byOriginal air date [2]U.S. viewers
(millions)
1"leanin'"Justin TippingKevin Iso & Dan PerlmanMay 23, 2021 (2021-05-23)N/A
2"vortex"Justin TippingKevin Iso & Dan PerlmanMay 30, 2021 (2021-05-30)0.130[3]
3"the chicken or the egg"Justin TippingKevin Iso & Dan PerlmanJune 6, 2021 (2021-06-06)N/A
4"retrograde"Nefertite NguvuKerry CoddettJune 13, 2021 (2021-06-13)N/A
5"dub"Nefertite NguvuChuck HaywardJune 20, 2021 (2021-06-20)0.063[4]
6"bad connection"Nastaran DibaiChris CaseJune 27, 2021 (2021-06-27)N/A
7"lockdown"Brennan ShroffAnna SalinasJuly 11, 2021 (2021-07-11)N/A
A bomb threat is sent to the school, placing the school under lockdown.
8"lakay"Nefertite NguvuKerry Coddett & Kevin IsoJuly 18, 2021 (2021-07-18)N/A
Zayna finds out the truth about what happened with her father, and she falls out with her uncle, Drew, and runs away. Meanwhile, Drew is looking for Zayna, and she goes to her teacher, Jess' apartment and finds her and Dan together, and stays there overnight.
9"breaking"Brennan ShroffChris Case & Nastaran DibaiJuly 25, 2021 (2021-07-25)0.055[5]
In the morning, Zayna is not found in the apartment where Jess lives, which is causing panic among Jess and Dan. Zayna is not present at school the same day either, causing more panic. Later, while Drew is with the principal of the high school where Jess and Dan work, and Zayna attends, Zayna comes into the principal's office claiming she just went to get breakfast and get her hair done. She then exposes Jess and Dan's relationship, and Jess is put on unpaid leave, while Drew has to report to the rubber room indefinitely. Since Zaya says she is unsafe, ACS investigates Drew to determine if he supplies a suitable living environment for Zayna, and when an investigator shows up, Drew shoots him.
10"peace"Nefertite NguvuChuck Hayward & Dan PerlmanAugust 1, 2021 (2021-08-01)N/A

Zayna goes to Dami's house, who is letting her stay over until her parents get home from work. Dan tells Kevin to move out, and during this, Kareem comes over. Dan takes too many pills, subsequently overdosing and ending up in the hospital. ACS shows up to Dami's house asking if she knows anything about Zayna's whereabouts, and Dami's mother, Felicia, confronts the investigator, covering for Zayna. Dan leaves the hospital when he was not supposed to, and Zayna leaves Dami's house. A police officer shows up to Dan's apartment, and asks to come in to ask questions in connection to Drew shooting the ACS worker.

Note: This episode ends on multiple cliffhangers

Production[]

Development[]

On October 12, 2020, Showtime ordered Flatbush Misdemeanors to series, with a ten episode, straight-to-series order.[1] On August 24, 2021, Showtime renewed the series for a second season.[6]

Casting[]

On March 12, 2021, Kristin Dodson was cast as a series regular in the series.[7] On March 25, 2021, Hassan Johnson joined the series.[8]

Release[]

Flatbush Misdemeanors premiered on May 23, 2021, on Showtime. The first episode was made available online for free on YouTube, as well.[9] The series premiered in the United Kingdom on August 12, 2021, on Sky UK.[10]

Reception[]

The show has received mostly positive reviews, with Robert Daniels of RogerEbert.com describing it as "a hilarious, unforced two-hander that feels totally fresh."[11] The New York Times called Flatbush Misdemeanors "really funny."[12] Flatbush has also been praised for its authentic portrayal of the neighborhood. Variety commended the "richly drawn world",[13] while TV Guide described the show as "Old Brooklyn through and through, but still speaks for this generation" and "already one of the best shows of 2021".[14][15] Upon the show's premiere in the UK, The Guardian commended the show as "fresh and thrilling."[16]

References[]

  1. ^ a b Andreeva, Nellie (October 12, 2020). "Showtime Orders Kevin Iso & Dan Perlman's 'Flatbush Misdemeanors' Comedy Based On Duo's Digital Series". Deadline Hollywood. Archived from the original on February 28, 2021. Retrieved July 19, 2021.
  2. ^ http://www.thefutoncritic.com/showatch/flatbush-misdemeanors/listings/
  3. ^ Metcalf, Mitch (June 1, 2021). "Updated: ShowBuzzDaily's Top 150 Sunday Cable Originals & Network Finals: 5.30.2021". Showbuzz Daily. Retrieved June 1, 2021.
  4. ^ Berman, Marc (June 21, 2021). "Sunday Ratings: A Night of Sports Leads NBC to Victory". Programming Insider. Retrieved August 1, 2021.
  5. ^ Metcalf, Mitch (July 27, 2021). "Updated: ShowBuzzDaily's Top 150 Sunday Cable Originals & Network Finals: 7.25.2021". Showbuzz Daily. Retrieved July 27, 2021.
  6. ^ Petski, Denise (August 24, 2021). "'Flatbush Misdemeanors' Renewed For Season 2 By Showtime". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved August 24, 2021.
  7. ^ Zorrilla, Mónica Marie (March 12, 2021). "Kristin Dodson Cast in Showtime Comedy 'Flatbush Misdemeanors' (EXCLUSIVE)". Variety. Archived from the original on March 19, 2021. Retrieved July 19, 2021.
  8. ^ Goldberg, Leslie; Porter, Rick; Goldberg, Lesley (March 25, 2021). "Hassan Johnson Joins Showtime's 'Flatbush Misdemeanors' (Exclusive)". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved July 19, 2021.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
  9. ^ Pedersen, Erik (May 21, 2021). "Showtime Offers First Episodes Of 'The Chi', 'Black Monday' & 'Flatbush Misdemeanors' Seasons For Free Online". Deadline Hollywood. Archived from the original on May 22, 2021. Retrieved July 19, 2021.
  10. ^ "TV tonight: bumbling duo push their luck in Flatbush Misdemeanours". The Guardian. Retrieved August 12, 2021.
  11. ^ Daniels, Robert. "Showtime's Hilarious Flatbush Misdemeanors Feels Totally Fresh | TV/Streaming | Roger Ebert". Retrieved 2021-08-03.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
  12. ^ "The Creators of 'Flatbush Misdemeanors' on Conflict as Comedy". New York Times. Retrieved May 21, 2021.
  13. ^ "Flatbush Misdemeanors Review: Showtime's Promising Brooklyn Comedy". Variety. Retrieved May 21, 2021.
  14. ^ "Best New TV Shows of 2021". TV Guide. Retrieved June 7, 2021.
  15. ^ "Flatbush Misdemeanors TV Guide". TV Guide. Retrieved June 8, 2021.
  16. ^ "Flatbush Misdemeanours review – Broad City-esque comedy is fresh and thrilling". The Guardian. Retrieved August 12, 2021.

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