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You read that correctly, NBC will launch a new sitcom called American Auto for the 2021-2022 seasons. It focuses on top executives at a struggling Detroit auto company. You can already see the inspiration for the fictional automaker Payne Motors, which will have to deal with the changing automotive industry.
Justin Spitzer – executive producer and writer of the NBC comedy Superstore – the series will feature Ana Gasteyer, an ex-Saturday Night Live actor, who plays the CEO at Payne Motors. Other cast members include Harriet Dyer and Humphrey Ker as well as Tye White and Jon Barinholtz.
A group of executives are the main focus of the show, trying to rediscover their company amid massive industry changes. General Motors Authority noted several similarities between the fictional worlds of Payne Motors, and General Motors. The American automotive giant is headed by Mary Barra, who was the first woman to be CEO of a major manufacturer. This, contrary to popular belief.
The show will likely cover current automotive topics such as the shift towards electric cars and labor struggles. Justin Spitzer’s past work shows that he doesn’t shy away from touching on touch-and-go issues.
The release date for season 1 remains unknown, but we can see how things play out for General Motors on the real world. It’s hard to predict how the show will do, but you can leave your comments below.