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Apple TV+ to release new comedy series "Brothers" starring Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson
Key points
- "Brothers" premieres September 23 on Apple TV+.
- Stars Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson.
- Lee Eisenberg, formerly of "The Office," is the showrunner.
- The plot involves two friends discovering they might be brothers.
New Comedy Series Launching
Apple TV+ is set to release a new original comedy series titled "Brothers" on September 23. The series will debut with two episodes, followed by weekly releases until November 4.
Starring Cast and Creative Team
The show features Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson, who portray fictionalized versions of themselves. Lee Eisenberg, known for his work as a writer and producer on "The Office" (seasons 2-6), serves as the showrunner for "Brothers."
Plot Overview
The plot centers on McConaughey and Harrelson's characters, whose friendship is disrupted when they uncover a secret suggesting they might be brothers. The story unfolds as Woody's family moves to Matthew's ranch in Austin, leading to the revelation by Matthew's mother, Ma Mac (played by Holland Taylor). The series also includes a subplot about Matthew's potential run for governor of Texas.
Expanding Apple TV+ Content
The release of "Brothers" adds to Apple TV+'s September content lineup, which also includes a new season of "Slow Horses," the crime thriller "Last Seen," and the film "Mayday" starring Ryan Reynolds. This expands the platform's range of original programming.
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Apple TV+ will launch "Brothers," a new comedy series featuring Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson playing fictionalized versions of themselves, on September 23. The series, created by Lee Eisenberg of "The Office," explores their friendship after they discover they might be brothers. This release expands Apple TV+'s original content offerings.