Amber Brown (TV series)
Amber Brown is an American family comedy television series based on the book series of the same name by Paula Danziger. It premiered on July 29, 2022 on Apple TV+. In April 2023, the series was canceled after one season.[1]
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| Created by | Bonnie Hunt |
| Based on | Amber Brown by Paula Danziger |
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| Country of origin | United States |
| Original language | English |
| No. of seasons | 1 |
| No. of episodes | 10 |
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| Original network | Apple TV+ |
| Original release | July 29, 2022 |
Premise
Amber Brown is a multi-ethnic[2] girl navigating the typical pitfalls of growing up while dealing with the divorce of her parents.
Cast
- Carsyn Rose as Amber Brown
- Sarah Drew as Sarah Brown
- Darin Brooks as Max
- Liliana Inouye as Brandi Colwin
- Michael Yo as Philip
- Ashley Williams as Aunt Pam
- Beau Hart as Stanley
- Joshua Gallup as Justin
- Luna-Marie Katich as Hannah Burton
Episodes
| No. | Title | Directed by | Written by | Original release date [3] |
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| 1 | "I, Amber Brown" | Bonnie Hunt | Bonnie Hunt | July 29, 2022 |
| 2 | "What They Don't Know" | Bonnie Hunt | Bonnie Hunt & Nora Sagal | July 29, 2022 |
| 3 | "No Place Like Two Homes" | Jean Sagal | Bonnie Hunt | July 29, 2022 |
| 4 | "On a Role" | Jean Sagal | Bonnie Hunt | July 29, 2022 |
| 5 | "Sound Advice" | Michelle Manning | Bonnie Hunt & Elaine Arata | July 29, 2022 |
| 6 | "Schooled Dance" | Michelle Manning | Bonnie Hunt & Elaine Arata | July 29, 2022 |
| 7 | "Comes in Waves" | Rachael Holder | Bonnie Hunt | July 29, 2022 |
| 8 | "Hollywood Beginning" | Rachael Holder | Bonnie Hunt | July 29, 2022 |
| 9 | "Love Is Here to Stay" | Jean Sagal | Bonnie Hunt | July 29, 2022 |
| 10 | "Life" | Michelle Manning | Bonnie Hunt | July 29, 2022 |
Production
It was announced in September 2021 that Apple TV+ had ordered an adaptation of the Paula Danziger books to the series from Bonnie Hunt who serves as its executive producer. Carsyn Rose was cast in the title role, with Sarah Drew cast as her mother.[4] Michael Yo and Ashley Williams were also revealed as part of the cast, by the cast member Darin Brooks.[5]
Filming for the series took place in Salt Lake City beginning in September 2021.[6] On April 11, 2023, Apple canceled the series after one season.[1]
Release
The series debuted on July 29, 2022.[7]
References
- Andreeva, Nellie (11 April 2023). "'Amber Brown' Comedy Series Canceled By Apple TV+ After One Season". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved 11 April 2023.
- Elber, Lynn (29 July 2022). "'Amber Brown' springs to TV under Bonnie Hunt's sure hand". Toronto Star. Retrieved 30 July 2022.
- "Shows A-Z – Amber Brown on Apple+". The Futon Critic. Retrieved 7 September 2022.
- Otterson, Joe (28 September 2021). "Bonnie Hunt Sets Amber Brown Series at Apple, Carsyn Rose and Sarah Drew to Star". Variety. Retrieved 9 June 2022.
- Clifford, Kambra (29 September 2021). "Bonnie Hunt casts The Bold and the Beautiful's Darin Brooks, in her new series, Amber Brown". Soap Central. Retrieved 9 June 2022.
- Kasule, Melissa (29 September 2021). "Apple TV series Amber Brown shooting in Salt Lake City". Kemps Film and TV Production Services Handbook. Retrieved 9 June 2022.
- "Apple TV+ announces summer lineup of kids series, including "Duck & Goose," "Best Foot Forward," "Amber Brown," "Surfside Girls" and "Life By Ella"". Apple TV+ Press (Press release). 13 May 2022. Retrieved 13 May 2022.