Canadian sitcom Schitt’s Creek concluded in 2020, leaving fans curious about the cast’s future projects. The series, which aired for six seasons on CBC Television in Canada and Pop TV in the United States, was created by father-son duo Eugene and Daniel Levy. It follows the affluent Rose family as they are forced to move to the small town of Schitt’s Creek after losing their fortune. Praised for its inclusive and heartwarming tone, the show offers a sympathetic and nuanced portrayal of the Rose family as they reconnect with each other and their community.
Schitt’s Creek made a significant impact on popular culture, especially with its historic Emmy wins in 2020. The show received 15 Emmy nominations for its final season, making it the first comedy series to achieve that many nominations for a concluding season. At the awards show, the four main cast members—Eugene Levy, Dan Levy, Catherine O’Hara, and Annie Murphy—all won Emmys, marking the first time a comedy or drama won every single acting category in a single year. Following this record-breaking sweep, it was announced that Schitt’s Creek would enter national syndication, airing on Comedy Central.
Initially flying under the radar, Schitt’s Creek gained traction after Pop TV’s streaming deal with Netflix, making it widely available in the United States. The show garnered critical acclaim and increased ratings, particularly praised for its portrayal of David’s sexuality and his relationship with Patrick. With the series now concluded, the celebrated cast members have moved on to various new projects.
Dan Levy, who played David Rose and co-created the series with his father Eugene Levy, will star in the romantic comedy Happiest Season, alongside Kristen Stewart, Victor Garber, and Mary Steenburgen, set for release in November 2020. Dan Levy also signed a three-year overall deal with ABC Studios in 2019 to develop and produce scripted projects. Although no specific projects from that deal have been announced yet, Levy expressed his interest in exploring a range of genres, including thrillers, dramas, comedies, and musicals.
Eugene Levy, who starred as Johnny Rose and co-created Schitt’s Creek, will lend his voice to the animated film The Beast, Heroes of the Wildfire. The movie reimagines one of the largest wildfire evacuations in Canadian history, with Levy voicing Fire Chief Ducky. The film will also feature the voices of Michael J. Fox, Marlon Wayans, and Mena Suvari.
Catherine O’Hara, who played Moira Rose, will join Eugene Levy in voicing a character in The Beast, Heroes of the Wildfire. This is not their first collaboration, as they have previously starred together in Best in Show and Waiting for Guffman. Additionally, O’Hara will be featured in the animated film Extinct, alongside Ken Jeong and Adam Devine.
Annie Murphy, who portrayed Alexis Rose, will star in the upcoming AMC series Kevin Can Go F** Himself*. She plays Allison, a beleaguered sitcom wife, opposite Evan Peterson as her husband Kevin. Executive-produced by Rashida Jones, the series offers a dark take on the stereotypical sitcom wife, alternating between a traditional multi-camera format and a modern single-camera format. While the premiere date has yet to be announced, the series will consist of eight hour-long episodes.
Noah Reid, who played Patrick Brewer, David’s business partner and romantic interest, announced he would take a break from acting to focus on his music career. Reid released his debut album Songs From A Broken Chair in 2016, followed by his sophomore album Gemini in May 2020. He showcased his singing talent on Schitt’s Creek, most notably with his rendition of “The Best,” which inspired his return to music.
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