Leanne Morgan is trying to keep her head above water in the debut trailer for her upcoming Netflix series, Leanne. The sitcom will center around the titular character whose world is flipped upside down after her husband, Bill (Ryan Stiles), leaves her for a younger woman. The latest title to have The Big Bang Theory and Dharma & Greg co-creator Chuck Lorre’s name attached looks like it will mix all the best themes from similar titles like Reba and Roseanne, while allowing the stand-up comedian to step into the spotlight and hold up her own show alongside a stacked and familiar ensemble that includes Kristen Johnson (3rd Rock From the Sun), Celia Weston (The Talented Mr. Ripley), Blake Clark (Boy Meets World), and more.
The debut trailer for Leanne welcomes audiences to the world of its protagonist, as she sits on her bed and grieves for the ending of her marriage. Her husband’s gone, her daughter (Hannah Pikes) is “a work in progress”, her son (Graham Rogers) is her “pride and joy”, and her parents are doing the best they can to support her through this difficult time. Luckily, Leanne also has the support of her dedicated best friend, Carol (Johnson), who is down to quietly sit next to her while she spends her days in bed or hits the town to check out what fresh meat the local bars have to offer. Through it all, Leanne is forced to deal with her cheating ex-husband and step out every day with a smile on her face as she embraces the cards that life dealt.
Filling out the rest of the ensemble cast is a lineup of talent that will see Morgan and the other stars joining ranks with Tim Daly (Private Practice), Jayma Mays (Glee), Blake Gibbons (Supernatural), and Annie Gonzalez (Flamin’ Hot). In addition to starring, Morgan holds credits as a co-creator alongside Lorre and Susan McMartin. The trio also executive produce with Nick Bakay.
What Else Does Netflix Have On the Way?
Network television might take a break during the warmer months, but that certainly isn’t the case for Netflix. In addition to Leanne, a handful of other episodic titles such as Season 2 of The Sandman and Conversations with a Killer: The Son of Sam Tapes will also make their debut on the streamer. Meanwhile, highly-anticipated features, including The Old Guard 2 and Happy Gilmore 2 also celebrate their debuts later this month.
Check out the first trailer for Leanne above and watch it on Netflix on July 31.
via Collider