Gail Lerner has left her position as showrunner of the upcoming NBC sitcom Newlyweds after being fired due to creative differences, arriving just two weeks before the series debut.
- Co-created by Gail Lerner and Jamie Lee Curtis
- Series stars Téa Leoni and Tim Daly, with Jamie Lee Curtis in a recurring role
- Lerner oversaw the first six episodes of the series
- Production is currently filming Episode 8
Production Schedule And Replacement
Production will continue as planned despite the change in leadership. The network will use a pre-planned hiatus next week to find a replacement showrunner. NBC spokespersons confirmed that creative differences caused the dismissal. The series maintains its scheduled premiere date.
"Here’s the good news: I couldn’t be more proud of the new sitcom Newlyweds that I created with the singular Jamie Lee Curtis. Premieres 10/23!"
Gail Lerner, Co-creator and former showrunner
"The cloudy part: I’m so sad to be separated from the most joyous TV experience of my life. The cast, crew, and writers are unparalleled."
Gail Lerner, Co-creator and former showrunner
Showrunner Reflections
"The silver lining: the first six episodes were made under my leadership, and I wouldn’t change a thing."
Gail Lerner, Co-creator and former showrunner
"No one knows what’s going to happen in our meshuganah business, but I predict this show’s gonna be a barn burner"
Gail Lerner, Co-creator and former showrunner
