Parks and Recreation in the Trump Era Would Be Different
Variety • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Adam Scott, star of the upcoming horror film "Hokum," reflected on his role as Ben Wyatt in the NBC sitcom "Parks and Recreation," which aired from 2009 to 2015.
- He noted that the show's hopeful and joyful tone provided comfort to viewers during difficult times, including the pandemic.
- Scott observed that the political and cultural climate in the U.S. has shifted significantly since 2015, particularly with Donald Trump's rise in politics, which he believes changed the country's innocence.
- When asked if "Parks and Recreation" could succeed today, Scott suggested it would be different but pointed to shows like "Abbott Elementary" as examples of successful, heartfelt comedies thriving in the current environment.
- He emphasized that there remains an audience for wholesome, humorous, and heartfelt content despite the challenging social and political climate.
