Dan Levy Trades Comedy for Crime After Schitt's Creek Break

After concluding the beloved series 'Schitt's Creek,' creator Dan Levy deliberately took a significant break from television. This hiatus allowed both him and the show to gain perspective, preventing immediate comparisons to its immense popularity and emotional impact.

During this time, Levy explored different creative avenues, including writing and directing the Netflix film 'Good Grief,' which served as an outlet for personal reflection. He also produced the documentary 'Lilith Fair: Building a Mystery' and executive produced 'The Big Brunch.'

Levy's return to scripted comedy centers on an intriguing premise: ordinary individuals attempting to navigate the complex world of organized crime. He noted his fascination with and fear of crime, believing it offers rich comedic potential when families are involved.

For this new project, Levy collaborated with Rachel Sennott, impressed by her unique comedic sensibility. They developed the pilot together, and Levy also cast Taylor Ortega and Laurie Metcalf in key roles, drawing parallels between working with Metcalf and his experience with Catherine O'Hara on 'Schitt's Creek.'

Levy also delved into portraying a priest, Nicky, who is a good person in a bad situation. He approached the subject of faith seriously, consulting a gay pastor to ensure authenticity and respect for the character's religious identity.