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Estranged Sisters Turn to Crime in New Hulu Pilot
11 Sep
Summary
- Hulu pilot 'Chicks' features Ellen Pompeo and Jodie Whittaker.
- The series follows two estranged half-sisters involved in crime.
- Jack Huston and Chazz Palminteri join the pilot's ensemble cast.
The Hulu pilot 'Chicks' is assembling a notable cast for its exploration of family and crime. Ellen Pompeo and Jodie Whittaker are set to star as estranged half-sisters Chickie and Doreen, respectively. Their characters navigate a world of two-bit crime after the passing of their father.
Jack Huston has been cast as The Clooney, a charismatic businessman intrigued by Chickie. Chazz Palminteri will portray Salvatore Mastrangelo, Sr., the sisters' deceased father, depicted as a neighborhood fixture and a master of small-time cons. Kathleen Chalfant joins as Aunt Sister Donna, a formidable relative.
The series, penned by Katie Robbins, is a family dramedy set in gentrifying Boston neighborhoods. It delves into the sisters' journey as they execute increasingly bold frauds, forging an unexpected bond as they come to rely on each other.
'Chicks' is inspired by an original idea from Robbins, developed with Pompeo, who also serves as an executive producer. The series promises a compelling narrative of sibling connection amidst a backdrop of criminal enterprise.
