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{{Infobox television |
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* [[Crime thriller]] |
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* [[Drama (film and television)|Drama]] |
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* [[Black comedy]] |
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| creator = [[Eric Newman (producer)|Eric Newman]] |
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* [[Stephen Williams (director)|Stephen Williams]] |
* [[Stephen Williams (director)|Stephen Williams]] |
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* [[Hanelle Culpepper]] |
* [[Hanelle Culpepper]] |
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| starring |
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* [[Kevin Hart]] |
* [[Kevin Hart]] |
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* [[Wesley Snipes]] |
* [[Wesley Snipes]] |
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* [[Tawny Newsome]] |
* [[Tawny Newsome]] |
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* [[Paul Adelstein]] |
* [[Paul Adelstein]] |
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* Will Catlett |
* [[Will Catlett]] |
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* [[Chris Diamantopoulos]] |
* [[Chris Diamantopoulos]] |
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* [[Billy Zane]] |
* [[Billy Zane]] |
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* [[Theo Rossi]] |
* [[Theo Rossi]] |
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| language |
| language = English |
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| executive_producer |
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* Eric Newman |
* Eric Newman |
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* Kevin Hart |
* Kevin Hart |
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* Stephen Williams |
* Stephen Williams |
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* [[Hartbeat Productions]] |
* [[Hartbeat Productions]] |
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* Grand Electric |
* Grand Electric |
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* Geofrey Hildrew<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.rogerebert.com/reviews/true-story-tv-review-2021|title=True Story TV Review|access-date=March 25, 2024}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.highonfilms.com/true-story-2021-netflix-review/|title=True Story [2021] 'Netflix' Review: Stellar Performances from Kevin Hart & Wesley Snipes Fuel this tense Series-date=March 26, 2024}}</ref> |
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* Iain Erskine |
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* Tamar Federknopp |
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| runtime = 27–58 minutes |
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'''''True Story''''' is an American [[Drama (film and television)|drama]] [[Limited-run series|limited series]] created by [[Eric Newman (producer)|Eric Newman]]. The series premiered on November 24, 2021,<ref>{{Cite web|last=Rosario|first=Alexandra Del|date=September 16, 2021|title= |
'''''True Story''''' is an American [[Drama (film and television)|drama]] television [[Limited-run series|limited series]] created by [[Eric Newman (producer)|Eric Newman]] for [[Netflix]]. The series premiered on November 24, 2021,<ref>{{Cite web|last=Rosario|first=Alexandra Del|date=September 16, 2021|title='True Story': Netflix Releases First Look Images For Kevin Hart & Wesley Snipes Limited Series, Sets Premiere Date|url=https://deadline.com/2021/09/true-story-netflix-first-look-kevin-hart-wesley-snipes-limited-series-premiere-date-1234837928/|url-status=live|access-date=October 28, 2021|website=[[Deadline Hollywood|Deadline]]|language=en-US|archive-date=October 28, 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211028023838/https://deadline.com/2021/09/true-story-netflix-first-look-kevin-hart-wesley-snipes-limited-series-premiere-date-1234837928/}}</ref> and consists of seven episodes.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web|last=Petski|first=Denise|date=October 27, 2021|title='True Story' Trailer: Kevin Hart & Wesley Snipes Are Brothers Facing Danger In Netflix Limited Series|url=https://deadline.com/video/true-story-trailer-kevin-hart-wesley-snipes-brothers-neflix-limited-series/|url-status=live|access-date=November 1, 2021|website=[[Deadline Hollywood|Deadline]]|archive-date=November 1, 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211101233446/https://deadline.com/video/true-story-trailer-kevin-hart-wesley-snipes-brothers-neflix-limited-series/}}</ref> |
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== Premise == |
== Premise == |
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== Cast and characters == |
== Cast and characters == |
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* [[Kevin Hart]] as Kid, a |
* [[Kevin Hart]] as Kid, a famous comedian and rising screen actor |
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* [[Wesley Snipes]] as Carlton |
* [[Wesley Snipes]] as Carlton, Kid's older brother and a failed entrepreneur |
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* [[Tawny Newsome]] as Billie<ref name="cast">{{Cite web|last=Andreeva|first=Nellie|date=February 17, 2021|title= |
* [[Tawny Newsome]] as Billie<ref name="cast">{{Cite web|last=Andreeva|first=Nellie|date=February 17, 2021|title='True Story': Tawny Newsome, Paul Adelstein, Will Catlett & Chris Diamantopoulos Among 8 Cast In Netflix Series|url=https://deadline.com/2021/02/true-story-tawny-newsome-paul-adelstein-will-catlett-chris-diamantopoulos-billy-zane-cast-netflix-series-1234695143/|url-status=live|access-date=October 28, 2021|website=[[Deadline Hollywood|Deadline]]|language=en-US|archive-date=October 28, 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211028023839/https://deadline.com/2021/02/true-story-tawny-newsome-paul-adelstein-will-catlett-chris-diamantopoulos-billy-zane-cast-netflix-series-1234695143/}}</ref> |
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* [[Paul Adelstein]] as Todd<ref name="cast" /> |
* [[Paul Adelstein]] as Todd<ref name="cast" /> |
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* Will Catlett as Herschel<ref name="cast" /> |
* [[Will Catlett]] as Herschel<ref name="cast" /> |
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* [[Chris Diamantopoulos]] as Savvas<ref name="cast" /> |
* [[Chris Diamantopoulos]] as Savvas<ref name="cast" /> |
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* [[Billy Zane]] as Ari<ref name="cast" /> |
* [[Billy Zane]] as Ari<ref name="cast" /> |
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* [[Ash Santos]] as Daphne<ref name="cast" /> |
* [[Ash Santos]] as Daphne<ref name="cast" /> |
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* [[John Ales]] as Nikos<ref name="cast" /> |
* [[John Ales]] as Nikos<ref name="cast" /> |
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* [[Theo Rossi]] as Gene |
* [[Theo Rossi]] as Gene, a deeply devoted superfan of Kid<ref name=":1">{{Cite web|last=Petski|first=Denise|date=March 1, 2021|title='True Story': Theo Rossi Joins Kevin Hart & Wesley Snipes In Netflix Limited Series|url=https://deadline.com/2021/03/true-story-theo-rossi-kevin-hart-wesley-snipes-netflix-limited-series-1234703955/|url-status=live|access-date=October 23, 2021|website=[[Deadline Hollywood|Deadline]]|archive-date=October 23, 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211023150555/https://deadline.com/2021/03/true-story-theo-rossi-kevin-hart-wesley-snipes-netflix-limited-series-1234703955/}}</ref> |
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*[[Emmanuel Kabongo]] as Man (uncredited)<ref name="cast" /> |
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[[Chris Hemsworth]] and [[Ellen DeGeneres]] make cameo appearances as themselves. |
Additionally, [[Chris Hemsworth]] and [[Ellen DeGeneres]] make cameo appearances as themselves.<ref name=":3" /> |
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==Episodes== |
==Episodes== |
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== Production == |
== Production == |
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=== Development === |
=== Development === |
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On December 9, 2020, it was announced that [[Kevin Hart]] and [[Wesley Snipes]] would star in the limited series ''True Story''. The series is created and executive produced by [[Eric Newman (producer)|Eric Newman]].<ref>{{Cite web|last=Obenson|first=Tambay|date=November 24, 2021|title= |
On December 9, 2020, it was announced that [[Kevin Hart]] and [[Wesley Snipes]] would star in the limited series ''True Story''. The series is created and executive produced by [[Eric Newman (producer)|Eric Newman]].<ref name=":3">{{Cite web|last=Obenson|first=Tambay|date=November 24, 2021|title='True Story' Review: Kevin Hart and Wesley Snipes Are Brothers in Predictable Netflix Fable|url=https://www.indiewire.com/2021/11/true-story-review-kevin-hart-wesley-snipes-1234680640/|url-status=live|access-date=November 24, 2021|website=[[IndieWire]]|archive-date=November 24, 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211124194252/https://www.indiewire.com/2021/11/true-story-review-kevin-hart-wesley-snipes-1234680640/}}</ref> The series is the television drama debut for Hart, who also executive produces, along with showrunner Charles Murray, director [[Stephen Williams (director)|Stephen Williams]], and Dave Becky.<ref name=":2">{{Cite web|last=Andreeva|first=Nellie|date=December 9, 2020|title=Kevin Hart & Wesley Snipes To Star As Brothers In 'True Story' Netflix Limited Drama Series From Eric Newman|url=https://deadline.com/2020/12/kevin-hart-wesley-snipes-star-brothers-true-story-netflix-limited-drama-series-eric-newman-1234652782/|url-status=live|access-date=November 1, 2021|website=[[Deadline Hollywood|Deadline]]|archive-date=November 1, 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211101233447/https://deadline.com/2020/12/kevin-hart-wesley-snipes-star-brothers-true-story-netflix-limited-drama-series-eric-newman-1234652782/}}</ref><ref name=":0" /> Hartbeat Productions and Grand Electric produce the series.<ref name=":2" /> Caroline Currier, Mike Stein, and Tiffany Brown serve as co-producers.<ref name=":0" /> |
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=== Casting === |
=== Casting === |
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Alongside the series announcement, |
Alongside the series announcement, Hart and Snipes were cast.<ref name=":2" /> In February 2021, [[Tawny Newsome]], [[Paul Adelstein]], Will Catlett, [[Chris Diamantopoulos]], [[Billy Zane]], [[Lauren London]], [[Ash Santos]], and [[John Ales]] were cast.<ref name="cast" /> Theo Rossi was cast a month later.<ref name=":1" /> |
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=== Filming === |
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Filming was set to begin in late January 2021.<ref>{{Cite web|last=Andreeva|first=Nellie|date=January 4, 2021|title=Los Angeles Production Grinds To A Halt Amid Covid-19 Surge; Netflix Is Latest Major Studio To Pause Filming|url=https://deadline.com/2021/01/los-angeles-production-shutdown-covid-19-surge-netflix-is-latest-major-pauses-filmng-true-story-family-reunioni-1234664678/|url-status=live|access-date=November 1, 2021|website=[[Deadline Hollywood|Deadline]]}}</ref> |
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==Reception== |
==Reception== |
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The [[review aggregator]] website [[Rotten Tomatoes]] reported a |
The [[review aggregator]] website [[Rotten Tomatoes]] reported a 57% approval rating with an average rating of 5.9/10, based on 20 critic reviews. The website's critics consensus reads, "Kevin Hart and Wesley Snipes make for a compelling duo, but ''True Story'' muffles their chemistry with a dawdling, unmemorable plot."<ref>{{Cite Rotten Tomatoes|id=true_story_2021|title=True Story|type=tv|season=1|access-date=November 3, 2022}}{{cbignore}}</ref> [[Metacritic]] gave the series a weighted average score of 54 out of 100 based on 11 critics, indicating "mixed or average reviews".<ref>{{Cite Metacritic|id=true-story-2021|title=True Story|type=tv|season=1|access-date=December 7, 2021}}{{cbignore}}</ref> |
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== References == |
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Revision as of 07:32, 2 September 2024
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Created by | Eric Newman |
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Starring | |
Original language | Englisch |
No. of episodes | 7 |
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Running time | 27–58 minutes |
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Network | Netflix |
Release | November 24, 2021 |
True Story is an American drama television limited series created by Eric Newman for Netflix. The series premiered on November 24, 2021,[3] and consists of seven episodes.[4]
Premise
A tour stop in Philadelphia becomes a matter of life and death for one of the world's most famous comedians.
Cast and characters
- Kevin Hart as Kid, a famous comedian and rising screen actor
- Wesley Snipes as Carlton, Kid's older brother and a failed entrepreneur
- Tawny Newsome as Billie[5]
- Paul Adelstein as Todd[5]
- Will Catlett as Herschel[5]
- Chris Diamantopoulos as Savvas[5]
- Billy Zane as Ari[5]
- Lauren London as Monyca[5]
- Ash Santos as Daphne[5]
- John Ales as Nikos[5]
- Theo Rossi as Gene, a deeply devoted superfan of Kid[6]
- Emmanuel Kabongo as Man (uncredited)[5]
Additionally, Chris Hemsworth and Ellen DeGeneres make cameo appearances as themselves.[7]
Episodes
No. | Titel | Directed by | Written by | Original release date |
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1 | "Chapter 1: The King of Comedy" | Stephen Williams | Eric Newman | November 24, 2021 |
2 | "Chapter 2: Greek Takeout" | Stephen Williams | Gladys Rodriguez | November 24, 2021 |
3 | "Chapter 3: Victory Lap" | Stephen Williams | Glenda L. Richardson & Matthew Kellard | November 24, 2021 |
4 | "Chapter 4: We Should Be Together Too" | Hanelle Culpepper | Devon Shepard & Cameron Litvack | November 24, 2021 |
5 | "Chapter 5: Hard Feelings" | Hanelle Culpepper | JaNeika James & JaSheika James | November 24, 2021 |
6 | "Chapter 6: The Things You Do for Family" | Hanelle Culpepper | Devon Shepard | November 24, 2021 |
7 | "Chapter 7: ...Like Cain Did Abel" | Hanelle Culpepper | Cameron Litvack | November 24, 2021 |
Production
Development
On December 9, 2020, it was announced that Kevin Hart and Wesley Snipes would star in the limited series True Story. The series is created and executive produced by Eric Newman.[7] The series is the television drama debut for Hart, who also executive produces, along with showrunner Charles Murray, director Stephen Williams, and Dave Becky.[8][4] Hartbeat Productions and Grand Electric produce the series.[8] Caroline Currier, Mike Stein, and Tiffany Brown serve as co-producers.[4]
Casting
Alongside the series announcement, Hart and Snipes were cast.[8] In February 2021, Tawny Newsome, Paul Adelstein, Will Catlett, Chris Diamantopoulos, Billy Zane, Lauren London, Ash Santos, and John Ales were cast.[5] Theo Rossi was cast a month later.[6]
Reception
The review aggregator website Rotten Tomatoes reported a 57% approval rating with an average rating of 5.9/10, based on 20 critic reviews. The website's critics consensus reads, "Kevin Hart and Wesley Snipes make for a compelling duo, but True Story muffles their chemistry with a dawdling, unmemorable plot."[9] Metacritic gave the series a weighted average score of 54 out of 100 based on 11 critics, indicating "mixed or average reviews".[10]
References
- ^ "True Story TV Review". Retrieved March 25, 2024.
- ^ "True Story [2021] 'Netflix' Review: Stellar Performances from Kevin Hart & Wesley Snipes Fuel this tense Series-date=March 26, 2024".
- ^ Rosario, Alexandra Del (September 16, 2021). "'True Story': Netflix Releases First Look Images For Kevin Hart & Wesley Snipes Limited Series, Sets Premiere Date". Deadline. Archived from the original on October 28, 2021. Retrieved October 28, 2021.
- ^ a b c Petski, Denise (October 27, 2021). "'True Story' Trailer: Kevin Hart & Wesley Snipes Are Brothers Facing Danger In Netflix Limited Series". Deadline. Archived from the original on November 1, 2021. Retrieved November 1, 2021.
- ^ a b c d e f g h i j Andreeva, Nellie (February 17, 2021). "'True Story': Tawny Newsome, Paul Adelstein, Will Catlett & Chris Diamantopoulos Among 8 Cast In Netflix Series". Deadline. Archived from the original on October 28, 2021. Retrieved October 28, 2021.
- ^ a b Petski, Denise (March 1, 2021). "'True Story': Theo Rossi Joins Kevin Hart & Wesley Snipes In Netflix Limited Series". Deadline. Archived from the original on October 23, 2021. Retrieved October 23, 2021.
- ^ a b Obenson, Tambay (November 24, 2021). "'True Story' Review: Kevin Hart and Wesley Snipes Are Brothers in Predictable Netflix Fable". IndieWire. Archived from the original on November 24, 2021. Retrieved November 24, 2021.
- ^ a b c Andreeva, Nellie (December 9, 2020). "Kevin Hart & Wesley Snipes To Star As Brothers In 'True Story' Netflix Limited Drama Series From Eric Newman". Deadline. Archived from the original on November 1, 2021. Retrieved November 1, 2021.
- ^ "True Story: Season 1". Rotten Tomatoes. Fandango Media. Retrieved November 3, 2022.
- ^ "True Story: Season 1". Metacritic. Fandom, Inc. Retrieved December 7, 2021.
External links
- True Story on Netflix
- True Story at IMDb
- 2021 American television series debuts
- 2021 American television series endings
- 2020s American drama television miniseries
- 2020s American crime drama television series
- American English-language television shows
- Netflix original programming
- Television series about brothers
- Television series about comedians
- Television shows set in Philadelphia