Netflix unveils first-look images and the premiere date for a new comedy series co-created by Chuck Lorre. Best known as the co-creator of The Big Bang Theory, Lorre is an award-winning television producer and writer, responsible for creating a number of hit TV shows, including Roseanne, Two and A Half Man, and Mom.

After The Big Bang Theory wrapped in 2019, the co-creator continued to work on the spinoff series, Young Sheldon, which ran from 2017 to 2024. With the Sheldon prequel coming to an end after the death of George Sr. (Lance Barber), Lorre then helped bring another franchise prequel, Georgie & Mandy's First Marriage, to life. Lorre also worked with Nick Bakay to co-create the Prime Video series titled The Bookie, starring Sebastian Maniscalco, Omar J. Dorsey, and Jorge Garcia.

Chuck Lorre's New Comedy Series Leanne Arrives On Netflix In Summer

Leanne Morgan Stars In The Comedy Inspired By Her Stand-Up Comedy

Chuck Lorre's latest show, the new Netflix comedy Leanne, inspired by Leanne Morgan's stand-up, stars the comedian as the titular character, whose life changes when her 33-year marriage falls apart. Morgan serves as a co-creator alongside Lorre and Susan McMartin (Mom) and executive produces the project.

Now, Netflix reveals the first-look images and confirms that all 16 episodes of the new series Leanne will arrive on July 31. The first images tease the ensemble cast, which sees Kristen Johnston as Leanne's sister Carol, the opposite of the titular character, Graham Rogers as Leanne's adult son, Tyler, facing the pressure of starting his own family, Hannah Pilkes as Tyler's sister, Josie, Ryan Stiles as Leanne's husband, who leaves her for another woman, Celia Weston as Mama Margaret, and Blake Clark as Daddy John.

What This Means For Leanne

Leanne Might Be Netflix's Best New Comedy

Leanne Morgan's stand-up comedy is coming to life on the small screens through Leanne, a series inspired by the actor's best work, which is what makes it a very personal project. In the same press release, Morgan shared that Leanne goes back to the dream she had when she "started comedy 25 years ago" and sees it coming true in the form of a Netflix show.

In addition to having the comedian fully on board, the series is also backed by a strong creative team. In the same press release, Lorre revealed what drew him to the project, praising Morgan as "a unique comedic force." The show co-creator also pointed out how Leanne tackles a universal experience with comedic charm. Read his comments below:

If you’ve seen even 10 seconds of Leanne Morgan’s stand-up, then you know what a unique comedic force she is. The theme of starting over is universal, and I cannot think of anyone better to combine heart and comedy than Leanne. I knew I had to work with her, and I’m so excited to bring this story to Netflix.

Leanne dances along the lines of comedy, TV shows, and sitcoms, which makes it a particularly interesting project coming to Netflix this summer.

Source: Netflix