Melissa Benoist and Chris Wood Reunite for NBC's Music Drama 'Duo'
Melissa Benoist and Chris Wood are set to star in a new NBC series titled 'Duo,' which is a music drama.
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Melissa Benoist and Chris Wood Reunite for NBC Drama 'Duo'
Melissa Benoist and Chris Wood are set to star in 'Duo,' a new drama in development at NBC, with Rina Mimoun as showrunner. The series, written by Wood, follows a blue-collar worker and a performer who form a band, impacting their lives and those around them. The project reunites Benoist and Wood, who previously worked together on 'Supergirl,' and involves Benoist's production company, Three Things Productions.
Melissa Benoist and 'The Girls on the Bus': Inspiring Young People and Charming Hillary Clinton-Inspired Drama
Melissa Benoist discusses her role in the upcoming Max series "The Girls on the Bus," expressing hope that the show will inspire young people to vote in the upcoming election. The series, inspired by real experiences of a political reporter, follows a group of female journalists on the campaign trail, highlighting the challenges and camaraderie in the media industry. Set to debut on March 14, the show aims to captivate audiences with a different perspective on the news and the hard work behind journalism.
"The Girls on the Bus": A Max Original That Divides Opinion
"The Girls on the Bus" on Max, inspired by Amy Chozick’s book "Chasing Hillary," is a female-forward workplace buddy comedy with soapy undertones, decent journalism portrayal, and mostly a crock as a political thriller. The show's likable dramedy is marred by superfluous thriller elements, but the strong casting and character dynamics make it enjoyable despite eye-rolling moments. The series follows four protagonists on the campaign trail in an alternate 2024, and while the potential conspiracy thriller-based second season is intriguing, the show's strength lies in the excellent performances and chemistry among the characters.