Netflix has unveiled the trailer for its new comedy series, A Man on the Inside, on October 28, 2024. This exciting project reunites creator Michael Schur with actor Ted Danson, who previously collaborated on the critically acclaimed NBC series The Good Place, which aired from 2016 to 2020.
This upcoming series draws inspiration from the Spanish documentary film The Mole Agent, crafted by Chilean director Maite Alberdi. In A Man on the Inside, Danson portrays a retired professor who takes on the role of an amateur private investigator to discreetly observe activities in a retirement facility.
The official synopsis from Netflix describes the plot:
“A retired professor receives a revitalized purpose when he is recruited by a private investigator to go undercover in a retirement home located in San Francisco.”
Premiere Date Set for November 21
Michael Schur shared insights about the series development with Entertainment Weekly. In a September 2024 interview, he expressed profound admiration for the original documentary, The Mole Agent.
“I was incredibly impressed by it; it’s one of the most ingenious works I’ve ever encountered. It’s a unique piece of art, and my initial reaction was not to adapt it. I simply thought, wow, that was phenomenal.”
After nearly two years of deliberation, Schur alongside his production partner Morgan Sackett formally decided to create a television adaptation for American viewers based on the Oscar-nominated film. Following their pitch to Netflix, the streaming giant greenlighted the series in March 2023, confirming Danson’s participation in the same month.
The supporting cast expanded by February 2024, with Mary Elizabeth Ellis, Stephen McKinley Henderson, Sally Struthers, Stephanie Beatriz, Lilah Richcreek Estrada, and Eugene Cordero joining Danson.
Notable supporting cast members also include Margaret Avery, John Getz, Susan Ruttan, Lori Tan Chinn, Marc Evan Jackson, Wyatt Yang, Deuce Basco, Clyde Kusatsu, Lincoln Lambert, Jama Williamson, and Kerry O’Malley.
The series is set to be executive produced by David Miner, Maite Alberdi, Marcela Santibañez, Julie Goldman, and Christopher Clements, alongside Schur and Sackett. Don’t miss the premiere of A Man on the Inside on Netflix on November 21, 2024.
Ted Danson Teams Up with Michael Schur for Outstanding Comedy
Fans are buzzing with excitement for A Man on the Inside, thanks to Michael Schur‘s impressive history of hit shows. Besides this new venture, he is also known for creating The Good Place, a celebrated comedy series that earned numerous awards, including the Peabody Award and the Hugo Award, along with 14 Primetime Emmy nominations throughout its four-season run.
Michael Schur kicked off his career as a producer and writer on Saturday Night Live before moving on to The Office. He has co-created revered series such as Parks and Recreation, Brooklyn Nine-Nine, and Rutherford Falls. Additionally, Schur serves as an executive producer for acclaimed shows like Hacks and Master of None.
Conversely, Ted Danson boasts a remarkable career in Hollywood, first captivating audiences as Sam Malone on the beloved 1980s sitcom Cheers. He also appeared in notable films including Three Men and a Baby alongside Tom Selleck and Steve Guttenberg, and its sequel Three Men and a Little Lady.
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