Unfortunately, according to a TMZ report, the untitled pilot is one of the many upcoming shows that “has Hollywood execs and actors freaking out” in the wake of president Trump’s attempted immigration ban. “Here’s the prob,” TMZ explains. “Casting agents rely heavily on people from the 7 countries on Trump’s ban list. One big casting agent says it’s always been difficult to cast these roles, but now it’s ‘super f***** up.’” Luckily, ABC didn’t put all of their eggs in one basket—they’re also investing in comedies like Libby & Malcolm, a wacky show about a couple of ideologically opposed political pundits.
Over at Fox, NBC, and CBS, we’re looking at a rise in military dramas and red state-pandering sitcoms. Of course, there’s always the risk of going too white and ending up in Klan territory. That’s what happened at A&E, where a “reality” show that chronicled the mundane trials and tribulations of Klansmen and their families was cancelled amidst revelations that cast members were paid to participate.
While executives attempt to find a happy medium between mainstream programming and neo-Nazi propaganda, some of the coastal elite’s favorite series have struggled to find their footing under the Trump administration. Apparently, Ryan Murphy wasn’t the only TV auteur whose writers’ room was rocked by The Donald’s win. Like many pundits, pollsters, and the entire island of Manhattan, some showrunners had already called the election for Hillary Clinton.
Ironically enough, Law & Order: SVU failed to predict the eventual triumph of the law and order candidate.
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