Mike Schur, the mastermind behind the beloved police sitcom Brooklyn Nine-Nine, is joining forces once again with actress Stephanie Beatriz, known for her role as the tough-as-nails detective Rosa Diaz. After their successful collaboration on the Fox comedy, which aired from 2013 to 2021, Schur and Beatriz are reuniting for a fresh project on Netflix. The upcoming series, titled A Classic Spy, is set to bring a blend of comedy and intrigue to the streaming platform. Also starring Ted Danson from The Good Place as Charles, a retiree-turned-mole in a covert investigation, the show promises to deliver an entertaining tale on the spy genre.
According to TVline, Beatriz will portray Didi, the astute managing director of Charles’ retirement facility in San Francisco. Drawing inspiration from the acclaimed documentary, The Mole Agent which was nominated for an Oscar in 2021, A Classic Spy will explore Charles’ undercover adventures among the residents of the retirement home.
The ensemble cast of the series boasts familiar faces from Schur’s previous projects, including The Good Place and Brooklyn Nine-Nine. Joining Beatriz and Danson are Eugene Cordero as Joel, Charles’ son-in-law; Jama Williamson as Beatrice, the energetic activities director; and Marc Evan Jackson, who also appeared in Brooklyn Nine-Nine, as Evan, the client who hires the investigator that Charles infiltrates.
Netflix recently announced the full lineup of actors for A Classic Spy, revealing a reunion of sorts for Schur and his former colleagues.
Alongside Beatriz and Danson, the series features Eugene Cordero, Marc Evan Jackson, and Jama Williamson, all familiar faces from The Good Place. Additionally, Mary Elizabeth Ellis, known for her role as Emily, portrays Charles’ daughter, adjusting to her father’s unexpected career change.
The diverse cast further includes acclaimed performers such as Stephen Mckinley Henderson, Sally Struthers, Margaret Avery, John Getz, Susan Ruttan, Lori Tan Chinn, and Clyde Kusatsu, each bringing their unique talents to the vibrant community of the Pacific View Retirement Residence.
With its stellar ensemble and intriguing premise, A Classic Spy promises to be an interesting addition to Netflix’s lineup, offering viewers a fresh take on espionage with a healthy dose of humor and heart. Fans eagerly await the reunion of Schur and Beatriz, expected to deliver another hit series sure to leave audiences entertained as well as thrilled.
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