Peacock has announced a straight-to-series order for its new comedy, Laid, starring the Academy Award nominee Stephanie Hsu. Known for her roles in Everything Everywhere All at Once, Joy Ride, and The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Hsu is set to lead this intriguing series that promises to add a unique flavor to Peacock’s growing roster of original content.
A Fresh Take on Romantic Comedy
The series is penned and executive produced by Nahnatchka Khan, known for Totally Killer, Young Rock, Fresh Off the Boat, and Always Be My Maybe, and Sally Bradford McKenna of Son of Zorn fame. Additionally, the series boasts executive production by John Davis and John Fox for Davis Entertainment, Jennifer Carreras for Fierce Baby, and Marieke Hardy, Kirsty Fisher, and Liz Watts for Porchlight Films, in partnership with All3Media International.
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Laid is based on the Australian series of the same name and is produced by Universal Television, a division of Universal Studio Group. The show revolves around a woman who discovers a bizarre pattern: her former lovers are dying in unusual ways. This leads her on a comedic journey of self-discovery and reflection as she revisits her past relationships to understand her current predicament.
What to Expect from Laid
With its unique premise, Laid is expected to offer a fresh and humorous perspective on the complexities of modern relationships. The series aims to blend comedy with heartfelt moments, promising a show that is both entertaining and thought-provoking.
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Laid joins Peacock’s impressive lineup of upcoming content, including TED, IN THE KNOW, APPLES NEVER FALL, HYSTERIA!, and THE TATTOOIST OF AUSCHWITZ. This new addition highlights Peacock’s commitment to offering a wide range of original programming, from gripping dramas to light-hearted comedies.
About Laid
Executive Producers / Writers: Nahnatchka Khan (Totally Killer, Young Rock, Fresh Off the Boat, Always Be My Maybe) and Sally Bradford McKenna (Son of Zorn)
Executive Producer / Star: Stephanie Hsu (Everything Everywhere All at Once, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel)
Executive Producers: John Davis and John Fox for Davis Entertainment
Executive Producer: Jennifer Carreras for Fierce Baby
Executive Producers: Marieke Hardy, Kirsty Fisher, and Liz Watts for Porchlight Films
Executive Producer: All3Media International
Studio: Universal Television, a division of Universal Studio Group
Format: Comedy Series
A woman finds out her former lovers are dying in unusual ways and must go back through her sex timeline to confront her past in order to move forward – LAID is a f**cked up rom-com where the answer to “Why can’t I find love, is there something wrong with me?” is a resounding “Yes. There is. The problem is definitely you.”
Are you ready to dive into the hilariously complicated world of Laid? How will Stephanie Hsu’s character navigate the bizarre predicament of her past lovers’ fates? What comedic twists can we expect from this unique rom-com series? Let us know what you think on Discord.
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