Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson in 'Brothers' trailer
Variety • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Apple TV’s new comedy series "Brothers" stars Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson as fictionalized versions of themselves who discover they might be related, blending real-life rumors into the storyline.
- The plot centers on Harrelson staying with McConaughey after a disastrous wedding, leading to revelations about their possible brotherhood and McConaughey’s potential Texas gubernatorial run.
- The show draws inspiration from true events and longstanding speculation about McConaughey and Harrelson’s familial connection, with Harrelson noting significant coincidences between their families.
- "Brothers" features an ensemble cast and will premiere on September 23 with two episodes, followed by weekly releases through November 4, produced by Paramount Television Studios for Apple TV.
- Lee Eisenberg serves as showrunner and executive producer, with multiple episodes directed by Trent O’Donnell, including the pilot.
