Good American Family
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| Created by | Katie Robbins |
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| Country of origin | United States |
| Original language | English |
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| Network | Hulu |
Good American Family is an upcoming limited true crime drama series based on the adoption of Natalia Grace (Imogen Faith Reid) by Kristine (Ellen Pompeo) and Michael Barnett (Mark Duplass). Initially believing Natalia to be a child with dwarfism, the Barnetts slowly begin to question this assumption as the story unfolds. It is set to stream in eight episodes by Hulu beginning on March 9, 2025.
Cast
Main
- Ellen Pompeo as Kristine Barnett, Natalia's adoptive mother
- Mark Duplass as Michael Barnett, Natalia's adoptive father
- Imogen Faith Reid as Natalia Grace[1]
Recurring
- Dulé Hill as Brandon Drysdale, a detective investigating criminal allegations made against the Barnetts
- Sarayu Blue as Valika, a parent of one of the kids at Kristine's daycare
- Christina Hendricks as Cynthia Mans
Episodes
| No. | Title | Directed by | Written by [2] | Original release date [3] |
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| 1 | TBA | Liz Garbus[4] | Katie Robbins | March 19, 2025 |
| 2 | TBA | TBA | Katie Robbins | March 19, 2025 |
| 3 | TBA | TBA | Sarah Sutherland | March 26, 2025 |
| 4 | TBA | TBA | Eoghan O'Donnell | April 2, 2025 |
| 5 | TBA | TBA | Katie Robbins | April 9, 2025 |
| 6 | TBA | TBA | Jaquen Tee Castellanos | April 16, 2025 |
| 7 | TBA | TBA | Samantha Levenshus | April 23, 2025 |
| 8 | TBA | TBA | Katie Robbins & Sarah Sutherland | April 30, 2025 |
Production
In August 2022, it was reported that Hulu had ordered a limited series inspired by true events of Natalia Grace's life, created by Katie Robbins. Ellen Pompeo signed on to star as Kristine Barnett and executive produce under her Calamity Jane banner, along with Laura Holstein. Sarah Sutherland, Mike Epps, Dan Spilo, Niles Kirchner, and Andrew Stearn also executive produce.[5]
Produced by ABC Signature (now 20th Television[4]), the series is told from multiple points of view to "reflect the conflicting narratives of its central characters". Liz Garbus directs and executive produces the pilot.[6] In March 2024, Mark Duplass was cast to play Michael Barnett. The real Barnett was the only person to sell the rights to their story for the series.[7] The following month, Dulé Hill and Sarayu Blue were cast in recurring roles.[8] By July 2024, principal photography was taking place in Santa Clarita, California.[9]
Release
The eight-episode series is set to be released weekly by Hulu, with a two-episode premiere on March 19, 2025.[7]
References
- ^ Otterson, Joe (August 10, 2022). "Imogen Reid Joins Ellen Pompeo in Untitled Orphan Limited Series at Hulu". Variety. Retrieved March 20, 2024.
- ^ "Good American Family". Writers Guild of America West. Retrieved January 28, 2025.
- ^ "Good American Family on Hulu". The Futon Critic. Retrieved January 28, 2025.
- ^ a b Rice, Lynette (January 27, 2025). "Hulu Reveals Start Date, Shares First Look Of Ellen Pompeo Orphan Drama Called Good American Family". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved January 28, 2025.
- ^ Otterson, Joe (August 3, 2022). "Ellen Pompeo to Star in Untitled Orphan Limited Series at Hulu, Will Scale Back Grey's Anatomy Role". Variety. Retrieved March 20, 2024.
- ^ Andreeva, Nellie (March 20, 2024). "Mark Duplass Joins Ellen Pompeo In Orphan Limited Series At Hulu". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved March 20, 2024.
- ^ a b Ford, Rebecca (January 27, 2025). "Ellen Pompeo Reveals a New Side in Good American Family". Vanity Fair. Retrieved January 27, 2025.
- ^ Petski, Denise (April 22, 2024). "Dulé Hill & Sarayu Blue Join Hulu Limited Series Orphan". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved April 22, 2024.
- ^ "Ellen Pompeo is set to star in a new Hulu limited series called Natalia". California Film Commission. July 15, 2024. Retrieved September 6, 2024 – via Facebook.
