‘Leanne’: Chuck Lorre’s New Netflix Comedy Debuts Trailer
Netflix is making way for another Chuck Lorre TV show following The Kominsky Method, as comedian Leanne Morgan takes center stage in the aptly titled Leanne.
Along with the premiere date, premise, cast, and more, we’re breaking down all of the need-to-know details below. Scroll down for a closer look at what’s to come from the comedy arriving sooner than later on the streamer.
When does Leanne premiere?
Leanne‘s first season will officially premiere on Thursday, July 31, with all 16 episodes of the comedy becoming available to stream to subscribers globally.
What is Leanne about?
Leanne is a new comedy that follows the titular character, played by Morgan, as she goes through an unexpected life change when her husband of 33 years leaves her for another woman. Starting over when you’re a grandmother and in menopause isn’t what she’d had in mind for this chapter of her life, but with help from her family, she will navigate this next phase with grace, dignity, and jello salad.
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Does Leanne have a trailer?
Yes. Check it out:
Who is Leanne Morgan?
Leanne Morgan is a stand-up comedian, actress, and author whose 2023 Netflix comedy special Leanne Morgan: I’m Every Woman was a top stand-up title on the streamer upon its release. Born on October 3, 1965, Morgan grew up in Tennessee and went on to attend college at the University of Tennessee. Morgan was married at the age of 21, but the relationship turned abusive, and she ultimately left. When she was 26, Morgan married her husband Chuck, who owned and operated a used mobile home business.
Together, Morgan and her husband moved to San Antonio, Texas, with their family, before ultimately settling in Knoxville, Tennessee. Morgan and her husband have three children. Morgan recently starred in Prime Video’s comedy film You’re Cordially Invited alongside Will Ferrell and Reese Witherspoon.
Who stars in Leanne?
Morgan is joined by Kristen Johnston, who plays her sister and best friend, Carol. Twice-divorced and child-free, Carol is the opposite of her sister in many ways, but also her fiercest supporter.
Hannah Pilkes takes on the role of Josie, Leanne’s adult daughter. A self-proclaimed rebel with a party streak and zero interest in a 9-to-5 lifestyle, Josie embraces her role as the family’s black sheep.
Graham Rogers plays Tyler, Leanne’s golden boy who can seemingly do no wrong. Now a father with a controlling wife, he tries to be there for his mom, though it’s clear he’s struggling to break free from his wife’s grip.
Ryan Stiles stars as Bill, the once-devoted husband, son-in-law, father, and grandfather who blows up the family just as they hit their golden years—leaving Leanne for another woman.
Celia Weston and Blake Clark round out the cast as Mama Margaret and Daddy John, Leanne and Carol’s traditional, church-going parents, who still believe in old-school values when it comes to family and home life.
Recurring guest stars featured in the series include Tim Daly, Jayma Mays, Annie Gonzalez, and Blake Gibbons.
Who makes Leanne?
Leanne is co-created by Lorre, Morgan, and Susan McMartin, all of whom serve as executive producers with Nick Bakay and Judi Marmel.
Leanne, Series Premiere, Thursday, July 31, Netflix
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