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PaleyFest LA Releases the 2021 Lineup

PaleyFest LA Releases the 2021 Lineup
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The lineup for PaleyFest LA is jam packed with appearances from shows such as The Queen's Gambit, What We Do in the Shadows, and the 20th anniversary reunion of 'Six Feet Under.

The Paley Center for Media is known for their sit-down conversations with the cast and creators of the critically acclaimed series of the year, giving fans exclusive insight to the creation of their favorite shows.

PaleyFest LA will be available to view early on Friday March 26 exclusively for Citi Cardmembers and Paley members. Non-members will be able to watch the event from Tuesday March 30 to Thursday April 1 on Yahoo Entertainment.

PaleyFest LA 2021 Lineup (Tuesday 3/30)

'The Queen's Gambit'

First in the lineup is Netflix's The Queen's Gambit (2020). Lead Anya Taylor-Joy along with the rest of the cast of the Golden Globe Award nominated series will be joining Executive Producer William Horberg as they talk to Hollywood journalist Stacey Wilson Hunt.

Horberg is honored to make an appearance stating,

"Thank you PaleyFest for including The Queen's Gambit in your lineup of outstanding television shows this year. We could have been in your first festival in 1986, but it took us thirty-five years to get it made, and Anya Taylor-Joy wasn't born yet!"

'What We Do in the Shadows'

Next in the lineup is FX's What We Do in the Shadows (2019-). The cast of the Emmy nominated series will be joining Executive Producers Paul Simms and Stefani Robinson as they sit down with director Kyle Newacheck.

Simms discusses the series excitement stating,

"We here at What We Do in the Shadows are excited to be part of this year's PaleyFest, and we're particularly excited about sharing the stage with the creator of the second-best cable TV show about vampires ever made."

20th Anniversary Reunion of 'Six Feet Under'

Third in the Tuesday lineup is the 20th Anniversary Reunion with HBO's Six Feet Under (2001-2005). The cast of the Golden Globe and Emmy Award winning series will be joining Creator Alan Ball and fellow executive producers as they chat with Entertainment Weekly's Lynette Rice.

Creator Alan Ball states,

"I look forward to reuniting with the cast of Six Feet Under for the PaleyFest event marking its twentieth anniversary. I have such tremendous respect for everyone, and it will be a real treat to reconnect and talk about the show."

'Big Sky'

Last in the lineup for Tuesday's festivities is a conversation with ABC's Big Sky (2020-). The cast of the crime drama thriller will be joining Executive Producers Ross Fineman and Matthew Gross as they sit down with Entertainment Weekly's Maureen Lee Lenker.

Executive Producer David E. Kelley states,

"We are honored and thrilled to be part of this prestigious festival. A very cool dance to get invited to. Thanks to all at PALEYFEST!"

PaleyFest LA 2021 Lineup (Wednesday 3/31)

'Lovecraft Country'

First in the Wednesday lineup is HBO's Lovecraft Country (2020-). The cast of the Golden Globe Award nominated series will be joining Creator and Executive Producer Misha Green as they talk to Deadline's Dominic Patten.

'The Late Late Show'

Next in the lineup is CBS's The Late Late Show with James Corden (2015-). Host and Executive Producer James Corden will be joined alongside Executive Producers Ben Winston and Rob Crabbe as the three discuss the Emmy Award winning late night show with moderator Andrew Rannells.

Crabbe and Winston state,

"We are honored that PaleyFest LA has invited us to participate, and are grateful for the opportunity to speak to, and thank, the fans who have been so supportive of the show since we started, and particularly during this challenging year."

'The Good Doctor'

Last in the Wednesday lineup is ABC's The Good Doctor (2017-). The cast of the Golden Globe Award nominated series will be joining Executive Producers and Co-Showrunners David Shore and Erin Gunn in a sit down with Entertainment Weekly's Chancellor Agard.

The two showrunners stated,

"We at The Good Doctor are honored and excited to take part in PaleyFest 2021. We look forward to discussing all things season four with you,"

PaleyFest LA 2021 Lineup (Thursday 4/1)

'Evil'

First in the Thursday lineup is CBS's Evil (2019-). The cast of the Critics' Choice Award nominated series will be joining Co-Creators and Showrunners Michelle and Robert King as they chat with EGOT (Emmy, Golden Globe, Oscar, and Tony Award) winning actress Whoopi Goldberg.

The Kings are honored to attend the festival stating,

"We couldn't be more honored and excited to talk all things EVIL at PaleyFest. This year has provided an unfortunate abundance of material."

'Ted Lasso'

Concluding the festivities is Apple TV+'s Ted Lasso (2020-). Lead, Creator, and Executive Producer Jason Sudeikis of the Golden Globe Award nominated series will be joining fellow cast and crew members as they chat with moderator Patton Oswalt.

Co-Creator and Executive Producer Bill Lawrence says,

"I get to speak for the whole Ted Lasso team when I say thanks for including us at this year's PaleyFest. We're so grateful to anyone who gave our show any of their time this year - it's cool to have the opportunity to let fans know that in person."


Paley members get exclusive benefits and access to the behind-the-scenes of their favorite series, as well as early view of the festival. If interested, join here: https://paleycenter.org/join-us/

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