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Broadway star's meltdown sparks family drama
5 Feb
Summary
- Famed actor Richard Bean has a public meltdown after a bad review.
- He returns home, disrupting his ex-girlfriend and brother's lives.
- The series explores family secrets and the power of art.
Kevin Kline stars as Richard Bean, a Broadway sensation whose career implodes following a scathing review. He retreats to his hometown, finding his extreme behavior instigates a series of crises within his inner circle.
His homecoming directly impacts his ex-girlfriend, who is now the town's mayor, her husband (Richard's brother), and his niece, who aspires to a theater career. Old flames and hidden truths resurface as Richard confronts the ramifications of his ambition.
The series, co-created by Michael Hoffman and Bob Martin, is titled 'American Classic.' It premieres on Sunday, March 1, 2026, with two episodes, and will conclude on Sunday, April 12, 2026, with a weekly release schedule.
