Search Party (TV series)
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| Genre | Comedy |
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| Opening theme | "Obedear" by Purity Ring |
| Composer(s) | Brian H. Kim |
| Country of origin | United States |
| Original language(s) | English |
| No. of seasons | 1 |
| No. of episodes | 10 (list of episodes) |
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| Location(s) | New York City |
| Cinematography | Jonathan Furmanski |
| Camera setup | Single-camera |
| Running time | 30 minutes |
| Release | |
| Original network | TBS |
| Original release | November 21, 2016 – present |
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Search Party is an American single-camera dark comedy television series created by Sarah-Violet Bliss, Charles Rogers, and Michael Showalter. TBS picked up the pilot to series in November 2015. All ten episodes are currently available online.[1]
Plot
In the series, four self-absorbed twenty-somethings become entangled in an ominous mystery when a former college acquaintance suddenly disappears.
Cast and characters
Main
- Alia Shawkat as Dory Stewart: A lifelong doormat, who is stuck as the personal assistant to a rich housewife, and deeply unfulfilled by her stale relationship. When her college acquaintance Chantal goes missing, she makes it her personal mission to find her—and bring her friends with her.[2]
- John Reynolds as Drew Gardner: A sweet, spoon-fed doofus, who has spent his whole life a little too sheltered, Drew must grow a spine if he wants to help Dory solve the mystery of Chantal's disappearance and save their deteriorating relationship.[2]
- John Early as Elliott Goss: Gay and hipper than thou, Elliott is a self-diagnosed narcissist, who still finds it in his heart to help find Chantal. Adept at manipulating those around him, he is particularly good at detective work.[2]
- Meredith Hagner as Portia Davenport: A flighty, bubbly actress, Portia is swept up in the thrill of helping solve the mystery. Her desperate need for the spotlight makes her excellent at chatting up suspects and getting information - even if by accident.[2]
- Brandon Micheal Hall as Julian: Dory's journalist ex-boyfriend, who seeks the truth no matter whom it hurts.
Recurring
- Clare McNulty as Chantal Witherbottom
- Ron Livingston as Keith Powell
- Rosie Perez as Lorraine De Coss
- Phoebe Tyers as April, Dory and Drew's neighbor.
- Christine Ebersole as Mariel Davenport, Portia's mother.
- Jennifer Kim as Agnes Cho
- Christine Taylor as Gail, Dory's wealthy boss.
- Parker Posey as Brick
- Griffin Newman as Gavin, Chantal's ex-boyfriend.
Guest stars
- Judy Gold as Paulette Capuzzi
- Alysia Reiner as Trina
- Kate Berlant as Editor
- Tunde Adebimpe as Edwin
- Linas Phillips as Farley
- Bridey Elliott as Penelope
Production
In June 2015, it was announced Alia Shawkat, John Early, John Reynolds, and Meredith Hagner had all been cast in the pilot, with Sarah-Violet Bliss and Charles Rogers directing and writing alongside Michael Showalter, Lilly Burns, Tony Hernadez, John Skidmore, Brittany Segal serving as executive producers and producers respectively.[3] In November 2015, TBS ordered the series.[4][5]
Episodes
| No. | Title | Directed by | Written by | Original air date | U.S. viewers (millions) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | "The Mysterious Disappearance of The Girl No One Knew" | Sarah-Violet Bliss & Charles Rogers | Story by: Sarah-Violet Bliss & Charles Rogers and Michael Showalter Teleplay by: Sarah-Violet Bliss & Charles Rogers | November 17, 2016 (online) November 21, 2016 (TBS) | 0.465[6] |
| 2 | "The Woman Who Knew Too Much" | Sarah-Violet Bliss & Charles Rogers | Charles Rogers | November 21, 2016 | 0.354[6] |
| 3 | "The Night of One Hundred Candles" | Sarah-Violet Bliss & Charles Rogers | Christina Lee | November 22, 2016 | 0.860[7] |
| 4 | "The Captive Dinner Guest" | Sarah-Violet Bliss & Charles Rogers | Michael Showalter | November 22, 2016 | 0.515[7] |
| 5 | "The Mystery of the Golden Charm" | Ryan McFaul | Anthony King | November 23, 2016 | 0.885[8] |
| 6 | "The Secret of the Sinister Ceremony" | Ryan McFaul | Sarah-Violet Bliss | November 23, 2016 | 0.505[8] |
| 7 | "The Riddle Within the Trash" | Ryan McFaul | Christina Lee | November 24, 2016 | 0.145[9] |
| 8 | "The Return of the Forgotten Phantom" | Sarah-Violet Bliss & Charles Rogers | Anthony King | November 24, 2016 | 0.113[9] |
| 9 | "Password to the Shadows" | Sarah-Violet Bliss & Charles Rogers | Sarah-Violet Bliss | November 25, 2016 | 0.634[10] |
| 10 | "The House of Uncanny Truths" | Sarah-Violet Bliss & Charles Rogers | Charles Rogers | November 25, 2016 | 0.357[10] |
Reception
The first season of Search Party received positive reviews from film critics. It holds a 100% approval rating on review aggregator website Rotten Tomatoes, based on 20 reviews, with an average rating of 8.1/10.[11] On Metacritic, the season holds a rating of 81 out of 100, based on 18 critics, indicating "universal acclaim".[12]
References
- ↑ Andreeva, Nellie (July 31, 2016). "TBS to Strip New Comedy 'Search Party' Thanksgiving Week, Sets 'People of Earth' Premiere – TCA". Deadline.com. Retrieved August 1, 2016.
- 1 2 3 4 Littleton, Cynthia (November 2, 2015). "TBS Gives Series Order to Mystery Comedy 'Search Party'". Variety. Retrieved 16 January 2016.
- ↑ Elise Sandberg, Bryn (June 22, 2015). "'Arrested Development' Alum Alia Shawkat to Star in Jax Media Comedy". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved November 23, 2016.
- ↑ TBS press release (November 2, 2015). "TBS Greenlights Mystery Comedy Series 'Search Party'". The Futon Critic. Retrieved 16 January 2016.
- ↑ Andreeva, Nellie (November 2, 2015). "'Search Party' Comedy Starring Alia Shawkat Ordered to Series by TBS as Network Debuts New Logo". Deadline.com.
- 1 2 "UPDATED: SHOWBUZZDAILY's Top 150 Monday Cable Originals & Network Finals: 11.21.2016". Showbuzz Daily.
- 1 2 "UPDATED: SHOWBUZZDAILY's Top 150 Tuesday Cable Originals & Network Finals: 11.22.2016". Showbuzz Daily.
- 1 2 "UPDATED: SHOWBUZZDAILY's Top 150 Wednesday Cable Originals & Network Finals: 11.23.2016". Showbuzz Daily.
- 1 2 "SHOWBUZZDAILY's Top 150 Thursday Cable Originals & Network Finals: 11.24.2016". Showbuzz Daily.
- 1 2 "UPDATED: SHOWBUZZDAILY's Top 150 Friday Cable Originals & Network Finals: 11.25.2016". Showbuzz Daily.
- ↑ "Search Party". Rotten Tomatoes. Retrieved November 23, 2016.
- ↑ "Search Party - Season 1". Metacritic. Retrieved November 23, 2016.
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