True Story (miniseries)

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
True Story
GenreDrama
Created byEric Newman
Directed by
Starring
Original languageEnglish
No. of episodes7
Production
Executive producers
  • Eric Newman
  • Kevin Hart
  • Charles Murray
  • Dave Becky
  • Stephen Williams
Running time27–58 minutes
Production companies
  • Hartbeat Productions
  • Grand Electric
Release
Original networkNetflix
Original releaseNovember 24, 2021 (2021-11-24)

True Story is an American drama limited series created by Eric Newman for Netflix. The series premiered on November 24, 2021,[1] and consists of seven episodes.[2]

Premise[]

A tour stop in Philadelphia becomes a matter of life and death for one of the world's most famous comedians.

Cast and characters[]

Additionally, Chris Hemsworth and Ellen DeGeneres make cameo appearances as themselves.[5]

Episodes[]

No.TitleDirected byWritten byOriginal release date
1"Chapter 1: The King of Comedy"Stephen WilliamsEric NewmanNovember 24, 2021 (2021-11-24)
2"Chapter 2: Greek Takeout"Stephen WilliamsGladys RodriguezNovember 24, 2021 (2021-11-24)
3"Chapter 3: Victory Lap"Stephen WilliamsGlenda L. Richardson & Matthew KellardNovember 24, 2021 (2021-11-24)
4"Chapter 4: We Should Be Together Too"Hanelle CulpepperDevon Shepard & Cameron LitvackNovember 24, 2021 (2021-11-24)
5"Chapter 5: Hard Feelings"Hanelle CulpepperJaNeika James & JaSheika JamesNovember 24, 2021 (2021-11-24)
6"Chapter 6: The Things You Do for Family"Hanelle CulpepperDevon ShepardNovember 24, 2021 (2021-11-24)
7"Chapter 7: ...Like Cain Did Abel"Hanelle CulpepperCameron LitvackNovember 24, 2021 (2021-11-24)

Production[]

Development[]

On December 9, 2020, it was announced that Kevin Hart and Wesley Snipes would star in the limited series True Story. The series is created and executive produced by Eric Newman.[5] The series is the television drama debut for Hart, who also executive produces, along with showrunner Charles Murray, director Stephen Williams, and Dave Becky.[6][2] Hartbeat Productions and Grand Electric produce the series.[6] Caroline Currier, Mike Stein, and Tiffany Brown serve as co-producers.[2]

Casting[]

Alongside the series announcement, Kevin Hart and Wesley Snipes were cast.[6] In February 2021, Tawny Newsome, Paul Adelstein, Will Catlett, Chris Diamantopoulos, Billy Zane, Lauren London, Ash Santos, and John Ales were cast.[3] Theo Rossi was cast a month later.[4]

Filming[]

Filming was set to begin in late January 2021.[7]

Reception[]

The review aggregator website Rotten Tomatoes reported a 60% approval rating with an average rating of 5.9/10, based on 20 critic reviews. The website's critics consensus reads, "Kevin Hart and Wesley Snipes make for a compelling duo, but True Story muffles their chemistry with a dawdling, unmemorable plot."[8] Metacritic gave the series a weighted average score of 54 out of 100 based on 11 critics, indicating "mixed or average reviews".[9]

References[]

  1. ^ Rosario, Alexandra Del (September 16, 2021). "'True Story': Netflix Releases First Look Images For Kevin Hart & Wesley Snipes Limited Series, Sets Premiere Date". Deadline. Archived from the original on October 28, 2021. Retrieved October 28, 2021.
  2. ^ a b c Petski, Denise (October 27, 2021). "'True Story' Trailer: Kevin Hart & Wesley Snipes Are Brothers Facing Danger In Netflix Limited Series". Deadline. Archived from the original on November 1, 2021. Retrieved November 1, 2021.
  3. ^ a b c d e f g h i Andreeva, Nellie (February 17, 2021). "'True Story': Tawny Newsome, Paul Adelstein, Will Catlett & Chris Diamantopoulos Among 8 Cast In Netflix Series". Deadline. Archived from the original on October 28, 2021. Retrieved October 28, 2021.
  4. ^ a b Petski, Denise (March 1, 2021). "'True Story': Theo Rossi Joins Kevin Hart & Wesley Snipes In Netflix Limited Series". Deadline. Archived from the original on October 23, 2021. Retrieved October 23, 2021.
  5. ^ a b Obenson, Tambay (November 24, 2021). "'True Story' Review: Kevin Hart and Wesley Snipes Are Brothers in Predictable Netflix Fable". IndieWire. Archived from the original on November 24, 2021. Retrieved November 24, 2021.
  6. ^ a b c Andreeva, Nellie (December 9, 2020). "Kevin Hart & Wesley Snipes To Star As Brothers In 'True Story' Netflix Limited Drama Series From Eric Newman". Deadline. Archived from the original on November 1, 2021. Retrieved November 1, 2021.
  7. ^ Andreeva, Nellie (January 4, 2021). "Los Angeles Production Grinds To A Halt Amid Covid-19 Surge; Netflix Is Latest Major Studio To Pause Filming". Deadline. Archived from the original on October 26, 2021. Retrieved November 1, 2021.
  8. ^ "True Story: Season 1". Rotten Tomatoes. Fandango Media. Retrieved December 7, 2021.
  9. ^ "True Story: Season 1". Metacritic. Red Ventures. Retrieved December 7, 2021.

External links[]

Retrieved from ""