“True Detective” stars Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson are bringing their legendary off-screen bromance to Apple TV, with the upcoming comedy series “Brothers.” Created by “The Office” producer Lee Eisenberg, the eight-episode series stars the Texas-born actors playing fictionalized versions of themselves as they confront a wild real-life rumor—that they might actually be long-lost half brothers. Triggered by Harrelson’s real-world revelation that his father once had a brief relationship with McConaughey’s mother, this self-aware comedy explores fame, family, and what happens when old secrets refuse to stay buried. “Brothers” premieres Sept. 23 on Apple TV with a two-episode debut, followed by weekly releases through Nov. 4.
Here’s everything you need to know about the new series, including similar casting opportunities.
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When the comedy kicks off, Woody (Harrelson) deals with his daughter's wedding falling apart by packing up his family and moving in with Matthew (McConaughey) at his Austin ranch. What starts as a chaotic attempt at communal living quickly spirals out of control when Matthew’s mother, Ma Mac (Holland Taylor), accidentally lets slip a decades-old bombshell: The two might actually be biological brothers. As a relentless Woody goes on a mission to uncover the truth, Matthew has to balance a massive identity crisis with the high-stakes possibility of a run for governor of Texas. The result is a heartfelt, chaotic, and wildly funny exploration of what happens when real-life myth collides with family reality.
The cast includes:
- Matthew McConaughey as Matthew
- Woody Harrelson as Woody
- Holland Taylor as Ma Mac
- Natalie Martinez as Valentina
- Brittany Ishibashi as Joy
- Nolan Almeida
- Ella Grace Helton
- Noah Carganilla
- Highdee Kuan
- Oona Yaffe as Oona
Vicky Boone (“Hit Man,” “Mo”), Erica Johnson (“The Hunting Wives,” “The Conners”), Liz Kelley (“Oddities,” “American Spirit”), and Joanna Leeds (“High Potential,” “Nobody Wants This”) cast “Brothers.”
Boone shares what she looks for in actors in this article. And for more insights on how to get on a casting director’s radar, these are useful guides:
At this time, it’s still too early to know if “Brothers” will get future seasons. But there are plenty of similar projects actively casting.
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