Sunstar Posted March 14, 2016 Share Posted March 14, 2016 Orlando will appear in Joe Swanberg's eight-episode anthology drama series 'Easy'. The Hollywood Reporter Quote Mumblecore Master Joe Swanberg Sets Star-Studded Comedic Anthology Series at Netflix The filmmaker behind micro-indie films including Kissing on the Mouth, Hannah Takes the Stairs and Uncle Kent has scored an eight-episode, straight-to-series order for comedy Easy. The half-hour single-camera comedy series will, in mumblecore fashion, write, direct and exec produce the series. Easy is described as an anthology that explores diverse Chicago characters as they fumble through the modern maze of love, sex, technology and culture. The series will feature appearances from Orlando Bloom, Malin Akerman, Michael Chernus, Marc Maron, Elizabeth Reaser, Gugu Mbatha-Raw, Jake Johnson, Aya Cash, Dave Franco, Jane Adams, Hannibal Burress and more. Easy bears similar themes as former web series-turned-IFC entry Young American Bodies, which Swanberg writes, stars, exec produces and directs Deadline Quote Netflix Sets Joe Swanberg Anthology Series ‘Easy’ Joe Swanberg is taking his micro-budget model of filmmaking to television. Netflix has in the hopper an 8-episode anthology drama series from Swanberg, titled Easy. Swanberg is the writer, director and executive producer. As he has successfully done on the feature side, Swanberg has been able to line up big-name talent for his Netflix series, with Orlando Bloom and Malin Akerman among those making appearances. Swanberg is expected to discuss the series in the keynote speech he is giving at SXSW this morning. Easy, which has wrapped production, explores diverse Chicago characters as they fumble through the modern maze of love, sex, technology and culture — topics that Swanberg often tackles in his micro-budgeted drama features which employ extensive improvisation. The comedy-drama is said to consist of eight-stand-alone episodes showcasing the diversity of the city itself, focusing on characters from different neighborhoods and economic backgrounds. Also making appearances on the show, which filmed in Chicago, are Michael Chernus, Marc Maron, Elizabeth Reaser, Gugu Mbatha-Raw, Jake Johnson, Aya Cash, Dave Franco, Jane Adams and Hannibal Burress. Swanberg’s films include Drinking Buddies, starring Olivia Wilde, Jake Johnson, Anna Kendrick and Ron Livingston, and Digging for Fire, starring Johnson, Uncle Kent and Art History Link to post Share on other sites
Jan Posted March 15, 2016 Share Posted March 15, 2016 I figured it if also featured Jake Johnson, that it was the same director as Digging for Fire. Hope it's better than that. Thanks, Rene! Link to post Share on other sites
Kim Posted March 15, 2016 Share Posted March 15, 2016 I also hope it is better then Digging For Fire. I wonder big or small a part Orlando will have in this. Thank you very much Rene for the heads up. Kim Link to post Share on other sites
Welshwoman Posted March 15, 2016 Share Posted March 15, 2016 Thanks for the heads up, Rene. Hope it turns out well for Orlando. Link to post Share on other sites
aliza Posted April 15, 2016 Share Posted April 15, 2016 I've been hoping he'd go for a small screen project. Excited for this. Aliza Link to post Share on other sites
Sunstar Posted July 27, 2016 Author Share Posted July 27, 2016 Easy premieres globally on September 22, 2016 at 12:01am PT. IGN Quote EPISODE 101 Episode 1 [Easy] Summary Starring Orlando Bloom and Malin Akerman, Easy, explores diverse Chicago characters as they fumble through the modern maze of love, sex, technology and culture. Genre: Drama Status: Airing Network: Netflix.com Original Air Date: Sep 22, 2016 Link to post Share on other sites
Kim Posted July 28, 2016 Share Posted July 28, 2016 This is great news! Thank you very much Rene for the heads up. Kim Link to post Share on other sites
Welshwoman Posted July 28, 2016 Share Posted July 28, 2016 Thanks for providing, Rene. Great news! Link to post Share on other sites
Kim Posted July 28, 2016 Share Posted July 28, 2016 I just noticed it airs two days after my birthday! Kim Link to post Share on other sites
aliza Posted July 31, 2016 Share Posted July 31, 2016 I feel a Netflix binge watch coming on. Thanks Rene! Aliza Link to post Share on other sites
Wishfulthinkin Posted September 22, 2016 Share Posted September 22, 2016 I love it! :D!! Watched it this morning..... Now i just hope Netflix leave it there forever! Or release it on DVD- a gem like that shouldn't vanish. Link to post Share on other sites
Kim Posted September 24, 2016 Share Posted September 24, 2016 WOW! I just finished watching Orlando's episode, "Utopia" and that was kind a different role for him to play and he looked absolutely gorgeous! I figured out that I can watch it on my computer, so now that I know it works I can watch Orlando's episode any time I want. Kim Link to post Share on other sites
Jan Posted September 25, 2016 Share Posted September 25, 2016 If it's a Netflix production - which it is - it will be there as long as Netflix is. Reminded me a lot of Digging for Fire. Me? Meh. (But glad others are liking it!) Link to post Share on other sites
Marilyn S. Posted September 26, 2016 Share Posted September 26, 2016 Argh. I wish I had Netflix but I can't afford it right now (and the sports fan in me isn't ready to completely ditch cable yet either ). Oh well, I might be able to get a free trial soon. But I'm happy to hear that some people are liking his performance and that of course he looks gorgeous. Link to post Share on other sites
aliza Posted October 2, 2016 Share Posted October 2, 2016 I enjoyed Orlando in this role but the show as,a whole is not that exciting. Are they all going to be one offs with no story continuity? would love to see more sexy Orlando being a good guy in a recurring role . Aliza Link to post Share on other sites
Sunstar Posted October 3, 2016 Author Share Posted October 3, 2016 I haven't seen Easy as I don't have Netflix. I read something about it being the first season, so I guess there's the possibility of a second season. Link to post Share on other sites
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