Katy is known for her work on CBS' Mike & Molly, ABC's American Housewife and is due to appear alongside Jessica Chastain and Michael Shannon in George & Tammy later in 2022. [14] In June 2021, Josh Duhamel was added to the cast with Mary Margaret Kunze joining as an executive producer. She wrote a lot in her journals and tried to find an outlet to help with her frustrations for what she's still going through.". Lancaster on HBOs Lovecraft Country. Previously, he co-starred on DirecTVs Kingdom and has also recurred on Night Shift, Colony and Valor. On the film side, he has appeared in the features Game Over, Man and Venom, and hell also be seen in the upcoming feature films To Leslie and Grey Elephant., Katy Mixon plays Betsy Faria in the NBC limited series The Thing About Pam.. The Thing About Pam is a six-part series exploring both the murder itself and how it led to the conviction of Betsy's husband Russ, who denied it and was later acquitted. In film, Fleshler has worked with A-list directors that include Barry Levinson, Woody Allen, Kenneth Lonergan, Tom McCarthy, JC Chandor, Todd Phillips and Andrew Jarecki. ET: This article was updated to include Newsweek's interview with showrunner Jenny Klein. [19], On September 28, 2021, Scott Winant was announced to be directing the first two episodes as well as executive producing. (6 episodes, 2022) Series Art Direction by Kirby Feagan . The incomparable voice of Dateline since 1995, Keith Morrison narrates the limited series just as he did the podcast. The Thing About Pam premieres Tuesday, March 8 at 10 p.m. ET/PT on NBC. New episodes air weekly on NBC on Tuesdays. L-R: Olivia Luccardi as Lily Day, Gideon Adlon as Mariah Day in "The Thing About Pam." Two-time Academy Award winner Renee Zellweger plays Pam Hupp, the central character in the true-crime story about the murder of Betsy Faria in December 2011 in the small town of Troy, Missouri. Mixon also has a growing voiceover career, working on such projects as Robot Chicken and Minions.. She always has lip balm, CBD oil, and Ilia's Skin Serum Concealer with Vitamin C. "I love Ilia. Dane Davenport as Mike Wood, a candidate for Lincoln County prosecutor and Joel's friend. The twists and turns of this saga are truly stranger than fiction, said Susan Rovner, Chairman, Entertainment Content, NBCUniversal Television and Streaming, adding, This series will bring a completely new perspective to a story that has already captivated millions.. Gumpenberger had sustained impaired mental and physical capabilities after a devastating car accident in 2005, which made him an easy target for Pams scheme. Judy has appeared in numerous supporting roles over the years. "[45] In a more positive review, The A.V. The Thing About Pam details the murder of Betsy Faria, a cancer-stricken woman found dead in her home in Troy, Missouri, in December 2011. Jennifer McHugh is a Los Angeles-based writer. 1) Do the Right Thing's 2) Pamela Anderson 3) Ellen DeGeneres 4) Judith Ivey. "I mean she does it with such ease, the way that she portrayed Pam and sort of the fallout. The police suspected Betsy's husband, Russ, as the culprit and arrested him, but when his conviction was overturned, holes appeared in Pam's testimony, revealing a diabolical scheme. Hupp is already serving a life sentence for a separate case. While Pam's mom was a less disruptive recast than those examples, it did break some pretty important rules that "The Office" had in place. ("Sex Ed"), Helene, who watches Jim and Pam's daughter Cece when they are at work, takes Cece to a doctor when she gets a fever. 2021. Dunderpedia: The Office Wiki is a FANDOM TV Community. Airdate: 10 p.m. Tuesday, March 8 (NBC) Cast: Rene Zellweger, Josh Duhamel, Judy Greer, Katy Mixon, Glenn Fleshler, Gideon Adlon, Sean Bridgers, Suanne Spoke and Mac Brandt Showrunner: Jenny Klein. This brutal crime set off a chain of events that would expose a diabolical scheme deeply involving Pam Hupp.Based on the 2011 murder of Betsy Faria that resulted in the conviction of her husband, Russ, but he insisted he did not kill her. Suanne Spoke stars as Janet, Betsy Faria's mother and grandmother to Betsy and Russ' two daughters, including Mariah Day, in the new NBC limited series "The Thing About Pam." "I understand completely, I think I'd feel the same way," Adlon said. Shannon got a theater contract. "[Back] then she was so young, when it all happened she was only 17 and she was open, but obviously still reserved. Corus Television. ("Double Date") Pam then slaps Michael after Michael says that, "she came on to me [him]. Why The Role Of Pam's Mother Was Recast In The Office. (6 episodes, 2022) Series Film Editing by Series Casting By Series Production Design by Meghan C. Rogers . The mysterious death of Pam Hupp's mom Pam's mother passed away in mysterious circumstances in 2013. So you want to be careful and honorable to the memory of Betsy Faria and what her family experienced. She most recently filmed HBOs limited series White House Plumbers, opposite Woody Harrelson and Justin Theroux, and will be co-starring in Reboot from Modern Family co-creator Steve Levitan. Everybody has a strong opinion about NBC's "The Thing About Pam," starring Rene Zellwegger and Josh Duhamel. Rene Zellweger spoke to Newsweek about the true-crime drama, saying she particularly liked the way the show balances dark humor with the horrors of the case it examines. Did we mention its free with your cable subscription? The real-life Pam is currently serving a life sentence in prison for the 2016 murder of Louis Gumpenberger, and therefore has not spoken about the NBC show. She's well known for her voice work as Cheryl Tunt on Archer and for playing Kitty Sanchez on Arrested Development and for playing Bridget Schmidt in Two and a Half Men. Rene Zellweger to Star in True-Crime Series 'The Thing About Pam', Ant Anstead on Girlfriend Renee Zellweger's 'Kindness' & Holiday Plans, Rene Zellweger Spends Thanksgiving With Ant Anstead and His Son, By signing up, you agree to our The actress plays a murderous mother in the NBC true-crime series. Dateline correspondent Keith Morrison who narrated the original NBC News podcast, The Thing About Pam (opens in new tab) which remains one of the most-downloaded shows on Apple Podcasts is returning to narrate the TV adaptation. The Thing About Pam is a six-part true-crime drama coming to NBC based on the Dateline examination of the murder of Betsy Faria in 2011. With Jim splitting time between Dunder Mifflin and Athleap, Pam was left back in Scranton, where she was forced to balance a job while raising the family. Years after "The Office" finished airing, Pam actress Jenna Fischer and Angela actress Angela Kinsey reunited to launch the "Office Ladies" podcast, where they went through the episodes of the show and provided some killer commentary. Famous actors like Timothy Olyphant, Kathy Bates, Idris Elba, and plenty of others were eventually invited to make an appearance. In the first official trailer and images, audiences get a peek at the Oscar-winning actress' dramatic . Purl's iteration of the character is a bit more involved. And why would she lie? Schwartz, who is portrayed by Josh Duhamel in the show, explained to KSDK that he and his client were very involved in the project. Pamela Anderson shared what she carries in her daily crossbody bag. But he is looking guiltier by the minute. Mark Hupp is the unsuspecting husband of Pam. Each episode of the series If only Pam had one. Zellweger told Newsweek: "I love an opportunity to be cheeky with something. While on the red carpet, she was asked what she thought of the possibility of Anderson playing her sister. Pam Hupp is a wife and mother of two, a neighbor, a "nice lady"and a suspected murderer in mom jeans. The website's consensus reads, "Rene Zellweger is visibly having fun, but The Thing About Pam's glossy take on a true crime is neither as entertaining or insightful as it aims to be. Russ Faria spent years in jail after finding wife Betsy fatally stabbed. Poor Betsy. While it may be a simple explanation, it makes sense in the busy, cutthroat world of television. This brutal crime set off a chain of events that would expo Read allBased on the 2011 murder of Betsy Faria that resulted in the conviction of her husband, Russ, but he insisted he did not kill her. It's a factor that is constantly upsetting schedules and casting calls. The case of killer Pamela Hupp is a twisted tale involving money and murder. [13], Marci Wiseman, following her resignation as Co-President of Blumhouse Television in October 2020, was later removed as an executive producer for the series. The studio's "Wheel of Time" adaptation had an even more catastrophic issue when Mat Cauthon actor Barney Harris exited the show well after filming started (per Newsweek). She has also had memorable roles in movies such as 13 Going on 30, The Village, 27 Dresses, Ant-Man, and Halloween. It was a smart policy, as it allowed the less-well-known actors (many of which have since become super stars in their own right since) to develop into the characters that we all know and love. In 2018, Adlon starred in her first major film role, Blockers, as one of the three young leads opposite Leslie Mann, John Cena and Ike Barinholtz. The character appears twice in Season 2, once "in the flesh" in the episode "Sexual Harassment" and again over the phone after Jim kisses Pam during the casino night. ("The Lover") However, Pam warms up to the idea and goes on a double date with them. Glenn has held a variety of recurring roles over the years, including Orrin Bach in Billions, George Remus in Boardwalk Empire, Goran Pazar in Barry and multiple roles in Law & Order: SVU. 2023 ("Sexual Harassment") Later, she and Pam talk to each other after Jim tells Pam that he loves her. Zellweger had previously put on weight to play her role in "Bridget Jones's Diary" but found that this had affected her health, so she agreed to the use of prosthetics and a "fat suit" to play Pam. Additional executive producers included Carmella Casinelli, Borsiczky, Noah Oppenheim, and Chris McCumber. (1 episode, 2022) All of those things were really important because all those bits and pieces are what construct the person that we project our own conclusions and presumptions onto.. [15] By August 2021, The Thing About Pam was in the final stages of pre-production with casting still underway in New Orleans. Minnie seems to keep popping up as Pam works her schemes almost as a voice whispering to Pams conscience. In a statement, NBC said the company was "shifting its documentary strategy to an entirely new model" that would be "consistent with industry trends". For instance, Amazon's "The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power" show saw unexpected turnover in the form of Will Poulter leaving before production even got off the ground. "It was Arjen who did all of the work. Meanwhile, Zellweger is no stranger to transforming her body onscreen, as previously seen in Bridget Joness Diary and Judy, for which she won her second Oscar portraying Judy Garland at the end of her career. Patricia French has appeared in True Detective, The Good Lord Bird, The Act, Halt and Catch Fire, and Ozark. L-R: Olivia Luccardi as Lily Day, Gideon Adlon as Mariah Day in "The Thing About Pam." Adlon spoke to Newsweek about. * Because it is. Zellweger serves as an executive producer on both The Back Nine and The Thing About Pam through her production company, Big Picture Co. Zellweger is known globally for her starring role as the seminal British everywoman in the film Bridget Joness Diary, for which she received an Oscar nomination, and the sequels Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason and Bridget Joness Baby. She also earned an Academy Award nomination as convicted killer Roxie Hart in Chicago and won her first Oscar in the category of Best Supporting Actress for Anthony Minghellas Cold Mountain., After graduating with an English degree from the University of Texas, Zellweger made her feature film debut in Richard Linklaters seminal coming-of-age film Dazed and Confused. Other film roles quickly followed, including Reality Bites, Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Next Generation and My Boyfriends Back. Soon after, Zellweger won the affection of audiences with her breakthrough role in Jerry Maguire., Additional credits include One True Thing, Nurse Betty, Me, Myself & Irene, White Oleander and Cinderella Man. She has also lent her voice to such animated features as Shark Tale, Bee Movie and Monsters vs. Aliens and made her television debut in the Netflix limited series What/If., Suanne Spoke stars as Janet, Betsy Farias mother and grandmother to Betsy and Russ two daughters, including Mariah Day, in the new NBC limited series The Thing About Pam.. She plays Pam with a lot of dark humor, I'd suppose the character is exaggerated. "[42], The show's comedic tone was criticized. In 2021, the real Pam was charged with first-degree murder for the fatal stabbing of Betsy Faria in 2011 she has pleaded not guilty and is still awaiting trial. When asked how she would respond, Adlon said she could see why Mariah was concerned and would likely feel the same in her position, but she assured that was never their intention. On the TV side, Greers many credits include Archer, Kidding, Lets Go Luna, Married, Arrested Development, Casual, Two and a Half Men and Masters of Sex.. All rights reserved. Glenn Fleshler, who takes on the role of Russ Faria, told KSDK that he was initially hesitant to speak to his real-life counterpart because of the pressure he felt to tell his story, and wrongful conviction, right. [37], Zellweger's performance divided critics. (3 episodes, 2022) Series Set Decoration by Kristin Bicksler . Sean Bridgers is best known for his role as Johnny Burns in Deadwood, Louis Darnell in Get Shorty, and Trey Willis in the underrated masterpiece, Rectify. A one-stop-shop for all things video games. Adlon is a passionate advocate for womens rights and various human rights causes and continues that work through UNICEFs Next Generation. [40] From Vulture, Roxana Hadadi said "Zellweger is simultaneously broadly cartoonish and blandly nonspecific. Other cast members include Sean Bridgers, who plays Pam's husband, Suanne Spoke as . One of the biggest of these focal points is the blossoming story of Jim and Pam. [16][17] On August 27, it was reported that pre-production would be suspended for some time due to Hurricane Ida with a filming start date set for early September. He has also appeared in such films as Win a Date with Tad Hamilton!, When in Rome, and Love, Simon. This video is unavailable because we were unable to load a message from our sponsors. Oscar-winning actress Rene Zellweger is making her return to broadcast TV as Pam Hupp. On television, Duhamel is known for his role on the NBC drama Las Vegas. Additionally, he lent his voice to Nickelodeons Emmy Award-winning animated series Fanboy & Chum Chum and starred in several seasons of the long-running ABC soap opera All My Children, for which he received three consecutive Daytime Emmy nominations. "So, I can't blame her saying that, you know, I hope that she watches it and knows that there wasn't a day where we didn't speak about Betsy on set, and really think about and say 'I can't believe this happened. So, Josh drank bourbon in that scene.". All Rights Reserved. "Oh, wow!" she . Purl's version of the character even dates Michael for a string of episodes. Feature film credits include Take Shelter, Four Christmases, All About Steve, Drive Angry, State of Play, Soul Ties and Hell or High Water, opposite Jeff Bridges and Chris Pine. She was finally arrested in 2016 for the murder of Louis Gumpenberger, In 2019, Dateline released a multi-episode podcast all about Hupps story. She is a BFA graduate from Carnegie Mellon University Conservatory of Drama in Pittsburgh. I texted Joel, and he replied: 'Bourbon!' Arjen and Benadryl. England and Wales company registration number 2008885. Elsewhere, she's made supporting appearances in films like 13 Going On 30, Jurassic World and Ant-Man, among many others. It clearly shocks Pam however she lies and says the movie is really good. She most recently contributed to the book "Perform: Acting for the Screen" and was interviewed for the podcast/video "SuperImage, Ltd."Spoke is repped by The Culbertson Group. 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'The Thing About Pam' Cast & Character Guide, 'The Thing About Pam' Trailer Reveals Rene Zellweger's Compulsive Lying, SNL: Kenan Thompson Keeps Passing Out on The Slingshot Ride, 'The Last of Us' Creators on Why They Changed the Mall Attack. Visit our corporate site (opens in new tab). Join half a million readers enjoying Newsweek's free newsletters. I'm going to play the person that you sort of illuminated in your podcast and try to understand what makes a person like that tick". The Thing About Pam finale airs Tuesday, April 8 on NBC at 10 p.m. Actress Katy Mixon portrays Betsy Faria in limited series 'The Thing About Pam'. She has taught at Deaf Wests Summer School and does specialized audition technique seminars as well as serving as an acting consultant for the UCLA Extension for screenwriters and UCLA/US Performing Camps. "There's a lot of suffering and loss involved in this case, obviously. "You're filming it, you're looking at Rene and you're like, I can't believe that this is an actual person. After that, we hear that Pam's parents are going through a divorce, but we don't see much on screen. Gideon Adlon had her first major movie role in 2018s Blockers. The Thing About Pam airs Tuesdays at 10 p.m. EST on NBC. [38] John Doyle of The Globe and Mail said the actress "brings an equal amount of vinegary exuberance to the work. "[41] Variety's Daniel D'Addario criticized the "uncanny" prosthetics and the appearance of a Dateline producer as a character, writing, "It'd be a shame if Zellweger's first acting gig after her Oscar-boosted return to Hollywood were, ultimately, little more than NBC cross-promotion. [8] Two weeks later, on January 23, NBC News Studios was launched. The slurping effect, which the duo came up with before filming began, was also used in the sound design. Starring two-time Oscar winner Rene Zellweger as convicted murderer Pam Hupp, "The Thing About Pam" follows the real-life story behind Faria's brutal death that was featured in several. "The writers and the showrunner spent upwards of 60 hours just with Russ and myself in communication just to make sure they were truthful to the story," he explained. But when Tanya hit her head while trying to escape from a yacht full of would-be murderers, she . She's notorious, not famous. It stars Rene Zellweger, Josh Duhamel, Judy Greer, Gideon Adlon, Sean Bridgers, Suanne Spoke, Mac Brandt, Katy Mixon, and Glenn Fleshler. Before that she had roles in Louie, Girl Meets World, The Society, and alongside her mom, Pamela Adlon in the show Better Things. Martin is a Staff Writer with WhatToWatch.com, where he produces a variety of articles focused on the latest and greatest films and TV shows. She accidentally locks her in her car and calls Jim to tell him. After a nearly flawless relationship, the final season of The Office found Pam and Jim's marriage seriously on the rocks. The entire experience was a revelation to many diehard fans, and it offered up an endless stream of juicy behind-the-scenes details. ("Stress Relief"), Hurt by the divorce, Helene shows a bit of bitterness when comedically telling Pam that its not too late to back out of the wedding. . Avery Thompson. Pam ferries Betsy. "She just told me about what it was like in that time of her life and how she was extremely manipulated by everyone around her because all the people that she loved and trusted believed one thing and she believed another. Stars Rene Zellweger Josh Duhamel Judy Greer See production, box office & company info Watch on Bravo Now The . Russ Faria added: "I think they've done a really good job of staying true to the story as much as they could. Please refresh the page and try again. That's the way someone acted in the world and had no remorse and just could give less of a s**t about how they ruined people's lives.". I literally existed for another human" During her lengthy stage career, she served on the board of directors for both Company of Angels and Deaf West Theatre.Spoke currently serves on the faculty at the California Institute of the Arts, where she teaches acting in the Film Directing Program and in Character Animation. [1] When asked why they did not cast an actress with a closer resemblance to Hupp's physical appearance, McCumber replied, "When a two-time Oscar winner calls and says, 'I'm obsessed with this story and I want to play Pam and I want to produce, you say, 'Yes, yes, yes, yes.' [25] After adding the prosthetics, the makeup took between two and four hours to apply. Spoke currently serves on the faculty at the California Institute of the Arts, where she teaches acting in the Film Directing Program and in Character Animation. These details include her name, erroneously written as "Rita" and details "Klondike 507". Kimberly Potts of TheWrap said it appeared Zellweger was "thoroughly enjoying her time" as Hupp. Zellwegers breakout role came in 1996 in the film Jerry Maguire. [43] Liam Mathews at TVGuide said the "deliciously satisfying" tone was similar to that of the Coen brothers, but that its use to convey the story of a real murder would make "you feel [a] little queasy. The District Attorney who failed to fully investigate Pam Hupp wound up prosecuting Russ Faria twice for the murder of his wife. At least that is what her trusted friend Pam keeps telling her. After he spends three years in prison, there is an appeal to Russ's conviction. Josh Duhamel got his start on All My Children back in 1999. An award-winning actor and producer, Suanne Spoke has made more than 150 appearances on stage/film/television, most recently on ABCs Station 19 and starring in Second Chances with Jason Nash for YouTubeTV. In fact, as the seasons of the show play out, the professional storylines which initially hold a prominent place in the narrative slowly give way to a much bigger focus on the intimate, personal details about each of the employees. In the first official trailer and images, audiences get a peek at the Oscar-winning actress dramatic transformation into the Missouri mother turned murderer. Previously, she starred on CBS Mike & Molly for four seasons. Katy Mixon is best known as April on Eastbound & Down. Moments after walking through the door of his Troy, Mo., home on Dec. 27, 2011, Russ Faria discovered his wife, Betsy . As the daughter of Betsy and Russ Faria, Mariah is torn between supporting her father and finding justice for her mother. Cookies help us deliver our Services. It stars Rene Zellweger, Josh Duhamel, Judy Greer, Gideon Adlon, Sean Bridgers, Suanne Spoke, Mac Brandt, Katy Mixon, and Glenn Fleshler. Glenn Fleshler plays Betsy's husband, Russ. Adlon resides in Los Angeles, where she was born and raised. In 2021, the real Pam was charged with first-degree murder for the fatal stabbing of Betsy Faria in 2011 she has pleaded not guilty and is still awaiting trial. The Thing About Pam will also feature Sean Bridgers as Mark Hupp, Pam's husband, Suanne Spoke as Janet, Gideon Adlon as Mariah Day and Mac Brandt as Detective McCarrick. Based on the 2011 murder of Betsy Faria that resulted in the conviction of her husband, Russ, but he insisted he did not kill her. In addition to her on-screen projects, Adlon is an active voiceover artist. [48], The series was one of 94 out of the 200 most-popular scripted television series that received the ReFrame Stamp for the years 2021 to 2022. Needless to say, he filed for divorce from dear Pam in 2020. [18] On September 24, Gideon Adlon, Sean Bridgers, Glenn Fleshler, Suanne Spoke, and Mac Brandt were added to the cast. Jenny Klein serves as showrunner for the series. By using the site, you consent to these cookies. She will soon begin production on the feature film The Back Nine in the role of a former golfer who set her clubs aside to make way for her husbands pro career and raise her son, only to then turn pro during the back nine of her life. [26][27] Hair department head Lawrence Davis and makeup department head Carla Brenholtz said they added light touches to prosecutor Leah Askey (played by Greer), based on a look anchored in Troy, Missouri. Zellweger's received criticism for donning a fat suit to play Pam Hupp (via The Wrap), the Midwestern mom and alleged serial killer.And some critics have found the comedic elements of the story off-putting. Glenn Fleshler will portray Betsy's husband, Russ, who was convicted and later exonerated for her death. "I was lucky enough to speak to Mariah on the phone once, before we started filming, and it was obviously very enlightening and heart-breaking, but she really gave me more perspective into what it was like, at that time in her life," she explained. [20] At the second annual BlumFest in October, Zellweger spoke with Dateline correspondent Keith Morrison about portraying Hupp, "Truth is stranger than fiction. Meanwhile, television producers sought to devote several episodes from Dateline NBC to Betsy's story, which uncovers Pam's past and makes her a suspect in the case. * Available content may vary through participating service providers. However, his troubles had only just begun when he was arrested and convicted for her death. Rene Zellweger as Pam Hupp in "The Thing About Pam", and the real-life Pam Hupp who is currently serving a life sentence in prison. They are also available the following day on Peacock. Actor Bio. After Peacock Productions was shut down, NBC News Studios was launched with the intention of creating documentary-style content. ", Helene visits Pam in the hospital after their baby is born. The Thing About Pam premiered on NBC on March 8, 2022. "So she was manipulated and definitely felt like her voice was stunted and she wasn't really no one was listening to her. Unfortunately, she too becomes a victim of Pams manipulation. During her lengthy stage career, she served on the board of directors for both Company of Angels and Deaf West Theatre. Going on to speak about what it was like filming with Zellweger, Adlon said her co-star was able to convey Pam's "toxic" nature with ease. "I think Glenn [Fleshler, who plays Russ] did such an incredible job of conveying that on screen, and you can see Mariah struggle with her want to connect with him and just how she doesn't agree with anyone around her. This page was last edited on 19 February 2023, at 11:39. 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