“The Studio” is an upcoming American comedy series set to premiere on Apple TV+ on March 26, 2025.
Created by Seth Rogen, Evan Goldberg, Peter Huyck, Alex Gregory, and Frida Perez, the series offers a satirical glimpse into the challenges faced by a legacy Hollywood movie studio striving to survive in a rapidly evolving industry.
Premise: The narrative centers around Matt Remick (played by Seth Rogen), the newly appointed head of the struggling Continental Studios. As he navigates the complexities of the modern film industry, Remick and his team of executives grapple with balancing artistic integrity and business demands, all while contending with their own insecurities and the eccentricities of the artists they work with.
Main Cast:
- Seth Rogen as Matt Remick
- Catherine O’Hara as Amy
- Ike Barinholtz as Sal Seperstein
- Chase Sui Wonders as Quinn
- Kathryn Hahn as Maya
The series also features guest appearances by notable figures such as Bryan Cranston, Martin Scorsese, Charlize Theron, Ron Howard, and Olivia Wilde, among others, often portraying themselves.
Release Schedule: The 10-episode series will debut with its first two episodes on March 26, 2025, followed by a weekly release of one episode every Wednesday through May 21, 2025.
Reception: Early reviews have been highly positive. On Rotten Tomatoes, “The Studio” holds an approval rating of 97% based on 29 reviews, with an average rating of 8.2/10. The consensus reads: “Savvy enough to impress even the most studious of film buffs, ‘The Studio’ fights the good fight for a better Hollywood while eliciting huge laughs at its expense.” Metacritic reports a score of 85 out of 100, indicating “universal acclaim.”
For a visual glimpse into the series, you can watch the official teaser trailer below: