Another Nick Kroll show… yay.
Logline
FX has officially greenlit the 20-something ensemble comedy Snowflakes, helmed by executive producer Nick Kroll, moving forward after more than three months since its pilot order.
Breakdown
- Series: Snowflakes
- Network: FX
- Genre: 20-something ensemble comedy
- Key Players:
- Executive Producers: Nick Kroll, Ben Kronengold, Rebecca Shaw
- Writers: Ben Kronengold, Rebecca Shaw
- Director (Pilot): Jonathan Krisel
- Production Company: Good at Business (Nick Kroll & Alicia Van Couvering), FX Productions
- Cast: Lucy Freyer, Malik Elassal, Owen Thiele, Amita Rao, Jack Innanen
Plot Beats
Snowflakes chronicles the lives of five codependent housemates — Billie, Samir, Anton, Issa, and Paul Baker — as they fumble through the challenges of early adulthood, striving to be “good people” despite their glaring imperfections.
Cast and Crew
- Lucy Freyer as Billie
- Malik Elassal as Samir
- Owen Thiele as Anton
- Amita Rao as Issa
- Jack Innanen as Paul
- Executive Producers & Writers: Ben Kronengold, Rebecca Shaw
- Pilot Director: Jonathan Krisel
- Additional Executive Producers: Karey Dornetto, Alicia Van Couvering
Buzz and Highlights
FX’s new venture is noteworthy not just for its fresh cast but also for bringing new comedic voices Ben Kronengold and Rebecca Shaw into the limelight. The duo previously gained fame with their viral 2018 Yale graduation speech, now sitting at 7.6 million views on YouTube. FX’s investment symbolizes a confident step towards diverse storytelling in comedy.
Production Notes
- Nick Grad, FX Boss: Expressed excitement over the ensemble cast and the powerhouse team behind Snowflakes.
- Ben Kronengold & Rebecca Shaw: Anticipate showing audiences the realities and consequences faced by a group of friends navigating life’s most tumultuous phase.
- Good At Business Banner: Areas of initiative include a first-look deal with FX Productions.
Closing Credits
Mark your calendars for the premiere of Snowflakes and get ready for a comedy that promises to blend wit and real-life challenges in true FX fashion. Stay tuned for more updates and premiere dates.
