Bridge and Tunnel (TV series) explained

Genre:Comedy drama
Creator:Edward Burns
Director:Edward Burns
Country:United States
Language:English
Num Seasons:2
Num Episodes:12
Producer:Vincent Morano (season 2)
Runtime:27–34 minutes
Network:Epix

Bridge and Tunnel is an American comedy drama television series written, directed and produced by Edward Burns for Epix. The first season consists of 6 episodes and premiered on January 24, 2021.[1] In July 2021, the series was renewed for a second season. In September 2022, the series was canceled after two seasons.

Premise

Set in the early 1980s amongst the working class of Long Island, New York, six childhood friends have just graduated college and are stepping out into the real world while also trying to hang on to the familiarity of their hometown and remaining years of their youth

Cast

Episodes

Season 2 (2022)

Production

Development

On October 15, 2020, it was announced that Epix had given the production (originally titled Gibson Station) a series order for a first season consisting of six episodes.[2] The series premiere on January 24, 2021.[1] On July 14, 2021, Epix renewed the series for a second season.[3] On September 28, 2022, Epix canceled the series after two seasons.[4]

Casting

In October 2020 it was announced that the ensemble cast would include Sam Vartholomeos, Caitlin Stasey, Gigi Zumbado, JanLuis Castellanos, Brian Muller and Isabella Farrell.[1] On December 2, 2020, Barrett Wilbert Weed joined the cast in a recurring role.[5] On December 14, 2020, it was announced that Erica Hernandez had joined the cast in a recurring role.[6]

Reception

Writing for the AV Club, Danette Chavez gave the show a C rating, stating: "Bridge And Tunnel is stuck in neutral, hesitant to let its characters let go of a past that hardly seems worth revisiting."[7]

The show holds a 29% on Rotten Tomatoes and a 52% on Metacritic, indicating mixed or average reviews.

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Andreeva . Nellie . Ed Burns 1980s Dramedy 'Bridge and Tunnel' Gets Epix Series Greenlight, Sets Cast . . January 9, 2021 . October 15, 2020.
  2. Web site: Porter . Rick . Edward Burns Dramedy Snags Series Order at Epix . . January 9, 2021 . October 15, 2020.
  3. Web site: Petski . Denise . 'Bridge And Tunnel' Renewed For Season 2 By Epix. . July 14, 2021 . July 14, 2021.
  4. Web site: Ausiello. Michael. Bridge and Tunnel Cancelled: EPIX Dramedy Will Not Return for Season 3. TVLine. September 28, 2022. September 28, 2022.
  5. Web site: Petski . Denise . 'Bridge And Tunnel' Casts Barrett Wilbert Weed; Rushi Kota Returns To 'Never Have I Ever' . . January 9, 2021 . December 2, 2020.
  6. Web site: Petski . Denise . 'Bridge And Tunnel' Unveils Trailer & Key Art For Epix Series; Adds Erica Hernandez As Recurring . . January 9, 2021 . December 14, 2020.
  7. Web site: Ed Burns' coming-of-age dramedy Bridge And Tunnel is afraid to grow up. April 26, 2021. TV Club. January 27, 2021 . en-us.

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