MIXTAPE (rejected by FOX, being shopped around)** This series has now been picked up by Netflix for

MIXTAPE (rejected by FOX, being shopped around)** This series has now been picked up by Netflix for ten episodes. The lead role of Sam, and possibly but not necessarily that of his son Barry, will be recast, which will necessitate some reshoots**Description: a romantic musical drama that looks at a disparate group of interconnected people in contemporary Los Angeles through the lens of the music that defines who they are. Mixtape captures the different stages of love, exploring if time can heal a broken heart and if love can withstand life’s tragedies…Cast (thus far)Callie Hernandez (Graves) as Nellie, whose job in admissions at an arts college and relationship with an up-and-coming musician have derailed her own dreams of becoming an artist. (Feb 26)Undetermined as Sam, an aspiring songwriter, secret romantic and young widower who will do anything for his son.Raúl Castillo (Looking) was announced in the role on Mar 20. However, after the series was picked up at Netflix, it was announced the role of Sam will be recast.Campbell Scott (Royal Pains) as Hugh, Nellie’s father, who is rakishly handsome, warm and gentle, but struggles with some self-control issues. (Mar 21)Evan Whitten (Nicky, Ricky, Dicky & Dawn) as Barry, Sam’s son. (Mar 21)Marianne Jean-Baptiste (Without a Trace) as Annette, Sam’s aunt, who is warm, pragmatic, and a fighter. (Mar 21)Madeleine Stowe (Revenge) as Margot, an actress who carefully controls how she presents herself to the world, but is secretly exhausted by having to do it. (Feb 16)Jenna Dewan Tatum (Witches of East End) as Joanna, a young professional with everything always under control. She’s the most rational person she knows. And yet she’s a little guarded, as if always prepared for the worst. (Mar 19)Megan Ferguson (The Fundamentals of Caring) as Gigi, Nellie’s best friend. (Mar 12)Jahmil French (Degrassi) as Dante. (Mar 19)Christina Milian (Grandfathered) as De’Andra Green (a recurring guest role), who is a fast and feisty spitfire medical student and Dante’s girlfriend. She is bitting, but thoughtful, and in contrast to Dante, dependable. (Mar 26)Genre: Musical DramaCreated by: Josh Safran. Directed by: Jesse Peretz.Produced by: Josh Safran, Megan Ellison, Sue Naegle &  Ali Krug.Studios: 20th Century FOX Television & Annapurna Television. Season Zero Pilot Preview (beware of spoilers) -- source link

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