ABC has ordered a comedy pilot called “Drop-Off” based on the British series “Motherland.” The show will star Michaela Conlin in a supporting role alongside Ellie Kemper (Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt’s), Karan Soni (Deadpool) and Judy Greer (Reboot).
Drop-Off is a new comedy that follows Julia, a working mother who is struggling to balance her job and parenting responsibilities. Determined to find a support system, Julia sets out to find her “village.” Along the way, she meets new friends Calvin and Liz, played by actors Karan Soni and Michaela Conlin, respectively. With their help, Julia learns that she just might be able to find some balance in her life.
Drop-Off is a relatable comedy that will resonate with anyone who has experienced the stress of school drop-offs and pick-ups, and the challenges of juggling work and family life.
Michaela Conlin, playing as Liz, is another single parent at Julia’s (and Kemper’s) children’s school. She’s laid-back and unconcerned (but she loves her kids, 7-year-old Danny and the baby). Unlike Calvin and Julia, Liz dislikes and refuses to be a member of the exclusive group of moms at their children’s school. Liz’s apartment being empty except for a huge mattress on the floor depicts her unconventional lifestyle. Although, her carefree attitude towards the status quo is soothing to both Calvin and Julia.
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Actress Michaela Conlin, who is known for her roles in “Bones” and “For All Mankind,” has a number of upcoming projects, including the film “One True Loves,” based on the novel by Taylor Jenkins Reid, where she stars opposite Simu Liu. She will also appear in the movie “Junction” alongside Sophia Bush, Jamie Chung, and Hill Harper. Conlin has also recently been seen in Hulu’s “Dollface” and Netflix’s “Bad Trip.” She is represented by Mosaic, APA, and Joel McKuin.
The comedy series “Drop-Off” is being written by Julieanne Smolinski, who will also serve as an executive producer alongside Sharon Mountford, Stacy Greenberg, and Kira Carstensen for Merman Television. Paul Feig and Dan Magnante for Feigco Entertainment, and Holly Walsh and Helen Serafinowicz are also amongst the aforementioned executive production team.
Michael Showalter, known for his work on “The Big Sick,” will direct the pilot, alongside Lionsgate and ABC Signature as the producers.
There is a lot of excitement and anticipation surrounding “Drop-Off,” especially with such a talented cast and experienced production team behind it. While the fans of the original series and the newcomers are eager to see what this comedy pilot has in store, here’s how you watch similar movies and TV series on ABC outside USA.
