Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist Explained

Genre:
Creator:Austin Winsberg
Country:United States
Language:English
Num Seasons:2
Num Episodes:25 + film
Location:Richmond, British Columbia
Camera:Single-camera
Runtime:43–44 minutes (season 1 and 2)
99 minutes (film)
Network:NBC

Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist is an American musical comedy-drama television series created by Austin Winsberg that premiered on January 7, 2020, on NBC. The series stars Jane Levy as Zoey Clarke, a software developer who discovers she has the ability to hear the innermost thoughts of people as songs. Each episode features multiple song-and-dance numbers that develop the storyline, with each cast member singing their own character's songs.[1] The series also stars Skylar Astin, Alex Newell, John Clarence Stewart, Peter Gallagher, Mary Steenburgen, Lauren Graham, Andrew Leeds, Alice Lee, Michael Thomas Grant and Kapil Talwalkar, and Bernadette Peters. In June 2020, the series was renewed for a second season which premiered on January 5, 2021. In June 2021, the series was canceled after two seasons.

In September 2021, it was announced that streaming service The Roku Channel officially commissioned a two-hour holiday film, which if successful, could lead to more episodes.[2] The film was released on December 1, 2021.[3] In addition to songs performed on Zoey's Extraordinary Christmas, a second original song for this series was composed — "North Star", written by Mary Steenburgen, Caitlyn Smith and Troy Verges and sung by Tori Kelly, and played during the end credit sequence.[4]

Cast

Main

Recurring

Guest

Episodes

Film (2021)

Production

Development

On January 12, 2019, the production officially received a pilot order.[11] The pilot was written by Austin Winsberg who executive produces alongside Richard Shepard, Paul Feig, Kim Tannenbaum, Eric Tannenbaum, David Blackman and Daniel Inkeles. Production companies involved with the pilot include Lionsgate Television and Universal Television. On May 12, 2019, it was announced that the production had been given a series order.[12] A few days later, it was announced that the series would premiere as a mid-season replacement in the mid-season of 2020.[13] The series premiered as a special preview on January 7, and moved to its regular time-slot on February 16, 2020.[14] On June 11, 2020, NBC renewed the series for a second season, following significant gains among digital viewership[15] and strong fan support in USA Today's annual Save Our Shows poll.[16] The second season premiered on January 5, 2021.[17] On June 9, 2021, NBC canceled the series after two seasons, but was expected to shop to other networks.[18] On August 5, 2021, it was announced that streaming service The Roku Channel was nearing a deal for a two-hour wrap-up movie, with potential of leading to more episodes.[19] TVLine reported on September 8, 2021, that the movie — Zoey's Extraordinary Christmas — was scheduled to begin production in Vancouver within the month. An excerpt of the movie was posted to YouTube on November 1, 2021, promoting a full release of the movie on December 1, 2021.[20]

Casting

In February 2019, it was announced that Jane Levy, Skylar Astin, Alex Newell and Mary Steenburgen had been cast in the pilot's leading roles.[21] [22] [23] The pilot was ordered. In March 2019 it was reported that Peter Gallagher, John Clarence Stewart and Carmen Cusack had joined the cast.[24] [25] On May 23, 2019, Andrew Leeds was cast as David in a recurring role.[26] On August 27, 2019, it was announced that Lauren Graham had replaced Cusack in the role of Joan.[27] On September 6, 2019, Michael Thomas Grant, Kapil Talwalkar and Stephanie Styles were cast in recurring capacities.[28] In September 2020, it was announced that Kapil Talwalkar, Andrew Leeds, Alice Lee, and Michael Thomas Grant had been promoted to series regulars while Harvey Guillén was cast in a recurring role for the second season.[29] [30] On October 29, 2020, Jee Young Han and Felix Mallard were cast in recurring roles for the second season.[31]

Graham's character was written out in the second season as moving to Singapore, since Graham was busy filming .[32] On March 18, 2021, Katie Findlay joined the cast in a recurring role for the second season.[33]

Filming

Principal photography for the first season began on September 3, 2019, and ended on January 30, 2020, in Richmond, British Columbia.[34] The closing credits note that the pilot was partially filmed in San Francisco, with a number of open air musical productions shot on the downtown streets of The Embarcadero and North Beach.[35] Mandy Moore serves as a producer and the choreographer for the series.[36] [37] Filming for the second season began on September 21, 2020, and concluded on March 26, 2021.[38] Filming for Zoey's Extraordinary Christmas ran from September 15, 2021, to October 8, 2021.[39]

Broadcast

Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist premiered on Tuesday, January 7, 2020, in the 10:00 p.m. (EDT) hour. The series returned on Sunday, February 16, 2020, at 9:00 p.m. and maintained that timeslot for the remainder of the first season. The second season premiered on Tuesday, January 5, 2021, at 8:00 p.m. EDT. Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist went on hiatus on February 9, 2021, and was replaced by Young Rock and Kenan.[40] The series returned to its original timeslot on Sunday, March 28, 2021.[41]

In the United Kingdom, the series was picked up by Channel 4 for broadcast on their E4 channel, though after a few episodes of season 2 the show was moved, at short notice, out of primetime to around 2:00am, being replaced by a repeat of Naked Attraction.[42] [43] [44] [45] In addition to E4, Channel 4 have also re-run season 1 on their 4Music channel.

In Australia, the series premiered on streaming service Stan on February 17, 2020 with each episode being released the week after its US premiere.[46]

List of songs performed on the show

This is a list of songs that have been performed on the show. The series features "musical performances that explore the innermost feelings of its characters" as they "break out into song and (sometimes) dance". Mae Abdulbaki of Cinemablend, said the show "cleverly tackles pent-up emotions and storylines through song".[47]

Season 1

EpisodeSongPerformer(s)
1.1"Angel of the Morning" by Juice Newton[48] Alex Newell as Mo
"Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go" by Wham![49]
"All by Myself" by Eric CarmenMalinda Farrington as Lonely Woman
"Whatta Man" by Salt-N-PepaConnie Chen, Karriyma Pekary, and Carolyn Fluehr as Three Ogling Women
"Help!" by The BeatlesVarious as Crowd
"Lean on Me" by Bill Withers[50] Alex Newell as Mo
"Morning Has Broken" by Eleanor Farjeon
"Mad World" by Michael Andrews featuring Gary JulesJohn Clarence Stewart as Simon
"All I Do Is Win" by DJ KhaledMichael Thomas Grant as Leif
"True Colors" by Cyndi LauperPeter Gallagher as Mitch
"Good Morning" by Gene Kelly, Debbie Reynolds, Donald O'Connor[51] [52] Alex Newell as Mo
"I Think I Love You" by The Partridge FamilySkylar Astin as Max
1.2"I've Got the Music in Me" by Kiki Dee[53] Jane Levy as Zoey
"Sucker" by Jonas BrothersSkylar Astin as Max
"I Wanna Dance with Somebody (Who Loves Me)" by Whitney HoustonVarious as Crowd
"Moondance" by Van MorrisonPeter Gallagher as Mitch
1.3"(I Can't Get No) Satisfaction" by The Rolling StonesLauren Graham as Joan
"How Can You Mend a Broken Heart" by The Bee GeesMary Steenburgen as Maggie
"Superstar" from Jesus Christ SuperstarMichael Thomas Grant, Kapil Talwalkar, various as Coders
"NO" by Meghan TrainorJohn Clarence Stewart as Simon
"Roar" by Katy PerryLauren Graham as Joan
1.4"Great Pretender" by The PlattersAlex Newell as Mo
"Con te partirò" by Andrea BocelliSkylar Astin as Max
"Margaritaville" by Jimmy BuffettNaoko Mori as Bonnie
"Kokomo" by The Beach Boys
"Wrecking Ball" by Miley CyrusLauren Graham as Joan
"This Little Light of Mine" by Harry Dixon LoesAlex Newell as Mo
1.5"Just Give Me a Reason" by P!nk (ft. Nate Ruess)Andrew Leeds as David and Alice Lee as Emily
"(You Gotta) Fight for Your Right (to Party!)" by The Beastie BoysAndrew Leeds as David
"Everybody Hurts" by R.E.M.Michael Thomas Grant as Leif
"It's Your Thing" by The Isley BrothersPeter Gallagher as Mitch
"Should I Stay or Should I Go" by The ClashJohn Clarence Stewart as Simon
1.6"You Give Love a Bad Name" by Bon JoviStephanie Styles as Autumn
"Tik Tok" by Ke$haLauren Graham as Joan
"Say My Name" by Destiny's ChildIndia de Beaufort as Jessica
"I'm Gonna Be (500 Miles)" by The ProclaimersSkylar Astin as Max
1.7"A Little Less Conversation" by Elvis PresleyMary Steenburgen as Maggie
"If I Can't Have You" by Shawn MendesSkylar Astin as Max
"Don't Speak" by No DoubtKapil Talwalkar as Tobin
"Bailamos" by Enrique InglesiasAlex Newell as Mo and Patrick Ortiz as Eddie
"I Put a Spell on You" by Screamin' Jay HawkinsMichael Thomas Grant as Leif
1.8"Crazy" by Gnarls BarkleyJane Levy as Zoey
"I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus" by Jimmy Boyd
"Pressure" by Billy JoelJane Levy as Zoey and Skylar Astin as Max
"I'm Yours" by Jason MrazJane Levy as Zoey
"I Want You to Want Me" by Cheap Trick
"How Do I Live?" by LeAnn Rimes
1.9"The Sound of Silence" by Simon & GarfunkelZak Orth as Howie and Peter Gallagher as Mitch
"Buttons" by The Pussycat DollsAlice Lee as Emily
"Fight Song" by Rachel PlattenSandra Mae Frank as Abigail
"The Trouble with Love Is" by Kelly ClarksonAlex Newell as Mo
"Happier" by Marshmello (ft. Bastille)John Clarence Stewart as Simon and India de Beaufort as Jessica
1.10"Here I Go Again" by WhitesnakeSkylar Astin as Max and John Clarence Stewart as Simon
"Let's Stay Together" by Al GreenMichael Thomas Grant as Leif
"Mad World" by Michael Andrews featuring Gary JulesJohn Clarence Stewart as Simon
"The Boy Is Mine" by Brandy & MonicaLauren Graham as Joan and Renée Elise Goldsberry as Ava
"Perfect" by Ed SheeranMary Steenburgen as Maggie and Peter Gallagher as Mitch
1.11"We Gotta Get Out of This Place" by The AnimalsMary Steenburgen as Maggie, Andrew Leeds as David, various as crowd
"Feeling Good" by Nina SimoneBernadette Peters as Deb
"All Out of Love" by Air Supply/ "Bye Bye Bye" by
  • NSYNC
Michael Thomas Grant as Leif & Skylar Astin as Max
"Issues" by Julia MichaelsAlex Newell as Mo
"Get Together" by The YoungbloodsLauren Graham as Joan and Renée Elise Goldsberry as Ava
1.12"Bad Moon Rising" by Creedence Clearwater RevivalJane Levy as Zoey
"Jealous" by Nick JonasJohn Clarence Stewart as Simon
"I Will Follow Him" by Peggy MarchAlex Newell as Mo
"All of Me" by John LegendSkylar Astin as Max
"I Know You Want Me (Calle Ocho)" by Pitbull
"Lullaby (Goodnight My Angel)" by Billy JoelPeter Gallagher as Mitch and Andrew Leeds as David
"Dream a Little Dream of Me"Mary Steenburgen as Maggie
"American Pie" by Don McLeanVarious as Crowd

Season 2

EpisodeSongPerformer(s)
2.1"Rise Up" by Andra DayAlex Newell as Mo
"Hello, Dolly!" from Hello Dolly!Various
"Are You Gonna Be My Girl" by JetSkylar Astin as Max and John Clarence Stewart as Simon
"Don't Cry Out Loud" by Melissa ManchesterHarvey Guillén as George
"Carry On" by fun.Mary Steenburgen as Maggie, Alice Lee as Emily, and Andrew Leeds as David
2.2"Poison" by Bell Biv DeVoeAlice Lee as Emily
"Too Good at Goodbyes" by Sam SmithAlex Newell as Mo
"Baby Did a Bad Bad Thing" by Chris IsaakMichael Thomas Grant as Leif
"Take Me Out to the Ball Game", music by Albert Von Tilzer, lyrics by Jack NorworthSkylar Astin as Max
"I'll Make Love to You" by Boyz II Men
"A Moment Like This" by Kelly ClarksonSkylar Astin as Max and Jane Levy as Zoey
2.3"Nowhere to Run" by Martha Reeves and the VandellasJane Levy as Zoey
"Someone You Loved" by Lewis CapaldiMary Steenburgen as Maggie
"One Call Away" by Charlie PuthJee Young Han as Jenna
"It's the Hard-Knock Life" from AnnieMichael Thomas Grant as Leif, Kapil Talwalkar as Tobin, and Harvey Guillén as George
"Say Something" by A Great Big World and Christina AguileraSkylar Astin as Max
2.4"I Want to Break Free" by QueenAndrew Leeds as David
"Juice" by LizzoJohn Clarence Stewart as Simon
"Opposites Attract" by Paula AbdulAlex Newell as Mo and Skylar Astin as Max
"Stronger" by Britney SpearsHarvey Guillén as George
"I'll Stand by You" by The PretendersAlice Lee as Emily
"Sex and Candy" by Marcy PlaygroundFelix Mallard as Aiden
2.5"Unwritten" by Natasha BedingfieldFelix Mallard as Aiden
"Starships" by Nicki MinajJane Levy as Zoey, Felix Mallard as Aiden, Noah Weisberg as Danny, Various as Crowd
"Numb" by Linkin ParkSkylar Astin as Max
"Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood" by Nina SimoneJohn Clarence Stewart as Simon
2.6"Black Man in a White World" by Michael KiwanukaJohn Clarence Stewart as Simon
"No More Drama" by Mary J. BligeAlex Newell as Mo
"The Tracks of My Tears" by The MiraclesKapil Talwalkar as Tobin
"Tightrope" by Janelle MonáeJohn Clarence Stewart as Simon, Alex Newell as Mo, Alvina August as Tatiana
2.7"Drift Away" by Dobie GrayAndrew Leeds as David
"Tainted Love" by Gloria JonesMichael Thomas Grant as Leif
"Let's Get Loud" by Jennifer LopezAlex Newell as Mo and Skylar Astin as Max
"Watermelon Sugar" by Harry StylesFelix Mallard as Aiden
2.8"Need You Tonight" by INXSSkylar Astin as Max and Katie Findlay as Rose
"Don't Leave Me This Way" by Thelma HoustonJohn Clarence Stewart as Simon, Kapil Talwalkar as Tobin, Morgan Taylor Campbell as McKenzie, Various as Coders
"Kiss Me" by Sixpence None the RicherAlex Newell as Mo, David St. Louis as Perry, Alice Lee as Emily, Andrew Leeds as David, Morgan Taylor Campbell as McKenzie, Alvina August as Tatiana, Various as Crowd
"Crimson Love" (original song)[54] Felix Mallard as Aiden and Andrew Leeds as David
"Into You" by Ariana GrandeJohn Clarence Stewart as Simon
2.9"Anyone" by Demi LovatoSkylar Astin as Max
"One" by Harry NilssonKapil Talwalkar as Tobin, Morgan Taylor Campbell as McKenzie, Michael Thomas Grant as Leif, Various as Coders
"Anything You Can Do (I Can Do Better)" by Irving BerlinMary Steenburgen as Maggie
"The More I Drink" by Blake SheltonAlex Newell as Mo
"The Fox (What Does the Fox Say?)" by YlvisJohn Clarence Stewart as Simon
"IDGAF" by Dua LipaKatie Findlay as Rose
"Love on the Brain" by RihannaRocco Morris as August
"Rosanna" by TotoAlice Lee as Emily
"Anyone" by Demi Lovato
2.10"Make You Feel My Love" by Bob DylanAndrew Leeds as David
"Cheap Thrills" by SiaBernadette Peters as Deb
"Tearin' Up My Heart" by NSYNCJohn Clarence Stewart as Simon, Alex Newell as Mo, and Skylar Astin as Max
"Gasoline" by HalseyAlice Lee as Emily
"I Look to You" by Whitney HoustonAlex Newell as Mo, Various as Choir
2.11"Overwhelmed" by Royal & the SerpentNoah Galvin and Becca Tobin as Therapy Patients
"Unwell" by Matchbox TwentyDavid St. Louis as Perry
"Don't Stop Me Now" by QueenJohn Clarence Stewart as Simon, Katie Findlay as Rose, Various as Crowd
"New York State of Mind" by Billy JoelSkylar Astin as Max
"Suspicious Minds" by Mark JamesJohn Clarence Stewart as Simon
"Rich Girl" by Gwen Stefani featuring EveBernadette Peters as Deb and Mary Steenburgen as Maggie
2.12"Pure Imagination" by Gene WilderNoah Weisberg as Danny Michael Davis
"The Climb" by Miley CyrusSPRQ Point Employee
"Thinking Out Loud" by Ed SheeranSkylar Astin as Max and Michael Thomas Grant as Leif
"Shut Up and Drive" by RihannaAlex Newell as Mo
"Dream a Little Dream of Me"Peter Gallagher as Mitch and Mary Steenburgen as Maggie
2.13"Sing" by Joe RaposoVarious as Crowd
"Shake It Off" by Taylor SwiftVarious as Crowd
"We Can Work It Out" by The BeatlesAlex Newell as Mo and David St. Louis as Perry
"I Lived" by OneRepublicPeter Gallagher as Mitch
"When a Man Loves a Woman" by Percy SledgeSkylar Astin as Max
"I'm Still Standing" by Elton JohnJohn Clarence Stewart as Simon
"I Melt with You" by Modern EnglishJane Levy as Zoey

Film

SongPerformer(s)
"It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year" by Andy WilliamsAlex Newell as Mo
"Bad Blood" by Taylor SwiftJane Levy as Zoey
"Home Sweet Home" by Mötley CrüeMichael Thomas Grant as Leif, Kapil Talwalkar as Tobin, Morgan Taylor Campbell as McKenzie, Various as Crowd
"Just the Two of Us" by Grover Washington Jr. & Bill WithersSkylar Astin as Max
"We Need A Little Christmas" by Jerry HermanJane Levy as Zoey
"Mele Kalikimaka" by Bing Crosby & The Andrews SistersBernadette Peters as Deb
"Call Me Maybe" by Carly Rae JepsenMary Steenburgen as Maggie
"Underneath the Tree" by Kelly ClarksonAlex Newell as Mo
"Wish You Were Here" by Pink FloydJane Levy as Zoey, Andrew Leeds as David, Alice Lee as Emily and Mary Steenburgen as Maggie
"Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas" by Judy GarlandPeter Gallagher as Mitch
"Time After Time by Cyndi LauperJane Levy as Zoey and Skylar Astin as Max
"What Christmas Means to Me" by Stevie WonderAmarah Taylor as Amirah and David St. Louis as Perry

Reception

Critical response

The review aggregator website Rotten Tomatoes reported a 76% approval rating with an average rating of 7.18/10, based on 34 reviews for the first season. The website's critical consensus states, "Though it hits the occasional sour note, Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist manages to carry a pretty enjoyable tune, thanks in large part to the always charming Jane Levy."[55] On Metacritic, it has a weighted average score of 66 out of 100, based on 18 critics, indicating "generally favorable reviews".[56] Mae Abdulbaki of CinemaBlend, said the show "cleverly tackles pent-up emotions and storylines through song".

On Rotten Tomatoes, the second season has an approval rating of 83% based on 6 critic reviews, with an average rating of 8.37/10.[57]

Ratings

Season 2

Accolades

YearAwardCategoryNominee(s)Result
2020Hollywood Critics Association Midseason AwardsBest Broadcast Network Series (New or Recurring)Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist[58]
Primetime Emmy AwardsOutstanding Choreography for Scripted Programming[59]
Television Critics Association AwardsOutstanding New ProgramZoey's Extraordinary Playlist[60]
2021Critics' Choice Television AwardsBest Supporting Actor in a Comedy SeriesAlex Newell[61]
Golden Globe AwardsBest Actress – Television Series, Musical or ComedyJane Levy[62]
Hollywood Critics Association TV AwardsBest Broadcast Network Series, ComedyZoey's Extraordinary Playlist[63]
Best Actress in a Broadcast Network or Cable Series, ComedyJane Levy
Best Supporting Actor in a Broadcast Network or Cable Series, ComedySkylar Astin
Alex Newell
John Clarence Stewart
Best Supporting Actress in a Broadcast Network or Cable Series, ComedyMary Steenburgen
Motion Picture Sound Editors AwardsOutstanding Achievement in Sound Editing - Episodic Short Form – MusicJaclyn Newman Dorn [64]
Primetime Emmy AwardsOutstanding Guest Actress in a Comedy Series[65]
Outstanding Choreography for Scripted Programming
Mandy Moore
Outstanding Music Direction
Outstanding Original Music and Lyrics"Crimson Love" – Harvey Mason Jr., Andrew Hey, Austin Winsberg and Lindsey Rosin
Television Critics Association AwardsOutstanding Achievement in ComedyZoey's Extraordinary Playlist[66]
2022Primetime Emmy AwardsOutstanding Television MovieZoey's Extraordinary Christmas [67]
Outstanding Choreography for Scripted ProgrammingMandy Moore and Jillian Myers (Routines: It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year/We Need a Little Christmas/Just the Two of Us)

See also

Notes and References

  1. Web site: 'Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist': Are the Actors Really Singing? . Ngo . Sheiresa . January 5, 2021 . Showbiz Cheat Sheet . Endgame360 Inc. . August 27, 2022 . August 27, 2022 . https://web.archive.org/web/20220827054110/https://www.cheatsheet.com/entertainment/zoeys-extraordinary-playlist-are-the-actors-really-singing.html/ . live .
  2. Web site: Gelman. Vlada. September 8, 2021. Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist Wrap-Up Christmas Movie Officially a Go at Roku. live. September 8, 2021. TVLine. en-US. September 8, 2021. https://web.archive.org/web/20210908144437/https://tvline.com/2021/09/08/zoeys-extraordinary-playlist-christmas-movie-roku/.
  3. Web site: 'Zoey's Extraordinary Christmas': Roku Sets Premiere Date For Holiday Movie, Shares First Look. Deadline Hollywood. Del Rosario. Alexandra. November 1, 2021. November 1, 2021. November 1, 2021. https://web.archive.org/web/20211101190214/https://deadline.com/2021/11/zoeys-extraordinary-christmas-roku-premiere-date-holiday-movie-shares-first-look-1234865814/. live.
  4. Legaspi. Althea. 2021-12-01. Tori Kelly Finds Comfort in 'North Star' on 'Zoey's Extraordinary Christmas Playlist'. 2021-12-02. Rolling Stone. en-US. December 2, 2021. https://web.archive.org/web/20211202190814/https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/tori-kelly-north-star-zoeys-extraordinary-christmas-playlist-1264988/. live.
  5. Web site: Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist Cast. March 30, 2020. April 1, 2020. https://web.archive.org/web/20200401213935/https://www.nbc.com/zoeys-extraordinary-playlist/credits/cast. live.
  6. austinwinsberg. Austin Winsberg. 1241430073120415744. The officially answer is, drum roll please... RICHMAN.. March 21, 2020. May 6, 2020.
  7. Web site: NBC's musical 'Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist' will make you wanna dance with somebody . Lawler . Kelly . USA TODAY . February 17, 2020 . https://web.archive.org/web/20200217031852/https://www.usatoday.com/story/entertainment/tv/2020/01/07/zoeys-extraordinary-playlist-review-mostly-hits-right-notes/2807427001/ . February 17, 2020. live.
  8. Web site: 'Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist' Boss on That Devastating Finale and Season 2 Plans . Bentley. Jean. May 3, 2020 . . live. https://web.archive.org/web/20200505180647/https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/live-feed/zoeys-extraordinary-playlist-finale-explained-austin-winsberg-interview-1292766 . May 5, 2020. May 4, 2020.
  9. News: Feldman . Kate . April 4, 2020 . How 'Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist' Brought a Deaf Musical Number to Life . . New York . October 7, 2020 . https://web.archive.org/web/20200519012253/https://www.nydailynews.com/entertainment/tv/ny-zoeys-extraordinary-playlist-deaf-20200404-rgucpfbbkrbf5cqgihx72x4nqu-story.html . May 19, 2020 . live .
  10. Web site: Zoey's Playlist Enlists The Office Alum Oscar Nunez as [Spoiler]'s Therapist ]. Gelman . Vlada . April 12, 2021 . TV Line . May 3, 2021 . May 3, 2021 . https://web.archive.org/web/20210503111633/https://tvline.com/2021/04/12/zoeys-extraordinary-playlist-oscar-nunez-cast-therapist-season-2/ . live .
  11. Web site: NBC Pilot Orders: Musical Dramedy 'Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist' & Thriller Drama 'Emergence'. Nellie. Andreeva. January 12, 2019. Deadline Hollywood. May 12, 2019. https://web.archive.org/web/20190511181152/https://deadline.com/2019/01/nbc-pilots-musical-dramedy-zoeys-extraordinary-playlist-thriller-drama-emergence-1202534076/. May 11, 2019. live.
  12. Web site: NBC Picks Up 'Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist' Musical Drama Starring Jane Levy to Series. Nellie. Andreeva. May 10, 2019. Deadline Hollywood. May 12, 2019. https://web.archive.org/web/20190511005551/https://deadline.com/2019/05/zoeys-extraordinary-playlist-musical-dramedy-picked-up-series-by-nbc-jane-levy-1202611534/. May 11, 2019. live.
  13. Web site: NBC Fall Schedule: Manifest Held for Midseason, Good Place 'Promoted'. Michael. Ausiello. May 12, 2019. TVLine. May 12, 2019. https://web.archive.org/web/20190630000053/https://tvline.com/2019/05/12/nbc-fall-lineup-2019-this-is-us/. June 30, 2019. live.
  14. Web site: NBC Unveils Midseason Schedule, Sets 'Manifest' & 'Brooklyn Nine-Nine' Returns. Nellie. Andreeva. November 8, 2019. Deadline Hollywood. November 9, 2019. https://web.archive.org/web/20191109011228/https://deadline.com/2019/11/nbc-midseason-schedule-manifest-brooklyn-nine-nine-premiere-dates-indebted-zoeys-extraordinary-playlist-lincoln-1202781318/. November 9, 2019. live.
  15. Web site: 'Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist' Renewed For Season 2 By NBC. Deadline Hollywood. Nellie. Andreeva. Peter. White. June 11, 2020. June 11, 2020. https://web.archive.org/web/20200611234757/https://deadline.com/2020/06/zoeys-extraordinary-playlist-renewed-season-2-nbc-1202924053/. June 11, 2020. live.
  16. Web site: Levin. Gary. Save Our Shows: 'Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist' tops 2020 survey with record-breaking support. June 12, 2020. USA TODAY . https://web.archive.org/web/20200513112932/https://www.usatoday.com/story/entertainment/tv/2020/05/05/zoeys-extraordinary-playlist-wins-save-our-shows/3064057001/. May 13, 2020. live.
  17. Web site: NBC January Premiere Dates: Tina Fey Comedy 'Mr. Mayor', 'Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist' On New Night. Deadline Hollywood. Nellie. Andreeva. November 20, 2020. November 20, 2020. https://web.archive.org/web/20201120182457/https://deadline.com/2020/11/nbc-january-premiere-dates-tina-fey-comedy-mr-mayor-zoeys-extraordinary-playlist-this-is-us-chicago-superstore-1234619553/. November 20, 2020. live.
  18. Web site: 'Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist' Canceled By NBC After 2 Seasons; Series Won't Move To Peacock, Will Be Shopped Elsewhere. Deadline Hollywood. Nellie. Andreeva. Alexandra. Del Rosario. June 9, 2021. June 9, 2021. https://web.archive.org/web/20210609195514/https://deadline.com/2021/06/zoeys-extraordinary-playlist-canceled-nbc-season-3-chances-peacock-1234753663/. June 9, 2021. live.
  19. Web site: Zoey's Playlist Rescued By Roku! Cancelled NBC Drama Eyes Wrap-Up Movie at Upstart Streamer. Vlada. Gelman. TVLine. August 5, 2021. August 5, 2021. August 5, 2021. https://web.archive.org/web/20210805183633/https://tvline.com/2021/08/05/zoeys-extraordinary-playlist-roku-season-3-movie-renewed/. live.
  20. Web site: The Roku Channel. November 1, 2021. Zoey's Extraordinary Christmas First Look The Roku Channel. live. November 1, 2021. YouTube. November 1, 2021. https://web.archive.org/web/20211101151721/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-xiKiHB_2ks.
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