Chris Prattwill be executive producing a new dark comedy series in development at Amazon from the creator of the Netflix seriesUnstable. Some ofPratt’s best movies and TV showshave fallen into the realm of comedy, including theGuardians of the Galaxytrilogy and his time onParks and Recreation. The actor has a decorated career that spans beyond these projects, too, including his role in Netflix’sThe Electric Stateadaptation, and his upcoming role in the sci-fi thrillerMercy.
However,Deadlinereports thatPratt will be going behind-the-scenes as an executive producer forGod’s Country, a dark comedy being developed by Amazon MGM Studios. Created by John Owen Lowe, best known for the Netflix comedyUnstable,God’s Countryfollows a family described as having “Shakespearean roots,” whose real estate mogul patriarch sets about gentrifying “the heart of America.” But a small town’s past threatens him and his family’s endeavors. Samir Mehta, showrunner of crime dramaUnder the Bridge, will serve as showrunner forGod’s Country, while Adam Londy of Tornante will be another executive producer.
What Pratt’s Involvement Says About God’s Country
The Show’s Premise Seems Like Potent Commentary
Pratt’s role as executive producer on Amazon’s new show isn’t his only upcoming TV show with the studio. He’s set to star inThe Terminal Listseason 2, reprising his role as James Reece after season 1’s 2022 release. However, it seems like the actor will be entirely behind-the-scenes forGod’s Country,which is shaping up to be a humorous yet important look at gentrification and the American real estate business. Given the subject matter, there’s likely going to be potent commentary about its central family and their business activities mixed with a compelling story.
Lowe and Mehta also have very different careersthat make their combined showrunner roles a possible look into what to expect from the show. Alongside creatingUnstable, Lowe was also writerfor9-1-1: Lone Star, starring his father, Rob Lowe. Mehta has mostly specialized in serious dramas, such asTell Me LiesandFear the Walking Dead. Together, the pair’s visions for how a series likeGod’s Countryplays out could make for an interesting original for Amazon.
Our Take On Pratt’s Involvement In God’s Country
His Contributions Will Further Elevate The Dark Comedy
Given his decorated career onscreen,Pratt’s role as an executive producer onGod’s Countrymeans he’ll be able to offer input into how the dark comedy series develops. This means some elements of his style of humor could permeate the show, while still adhering to the vision Lowe and Mehta have for the series. With the show still in the early stages of development, it will be some time before more details about what to expect fully come to pass.
