Dan Levy Credits NCIS, Law & Order for 'Big Mistakes' Comedy

Dan Levy's latest project, Big Mistakes, a Netflix series released in April, was significantly influenced by long-running crime dramas. Levy, who co-created the show with Rachel Sennott, found writing crime narratives to be a considerable challenge, crediting shows like NCIS and Law & Order for their procedural depth.

The eight-episode series stars Levy and Taylor Ortega as inept siblings forced into organized crime. To ensure authenticity, the production team consults an expert in organized crime. This consultant rigorously reviews every crime-related incident, plausible responses, and the hierarchical structure of the criminal elements depicted.

Remarkably, all criminal acts featured in Big Mistakes are based on real-life occurrences. The show's consultant provides extensive knowledge, particularly concerning mafia-related activities, making the series' content fascinating and grounded despite its fictional premise.

This series marks Levy's second original scripted project following the acclaimed Schitt's Creek. He recently addressed the impossibility of a Schitt's Creek sequel, emphasizing the need to move forward. Levy also expressed his profound joy in working with esteemed actresses like Laurie Metcalf and the late Catherine O'Hara, noting how challenging roles for them enhance his writing and acting.