NETFLIX ANNOUNCES THREE NEW UNSCRIPTED SERIES
The Fix
The Fix is the first comedy show in the world with the stated ambition to solve the world’s biggest problems. Through comedy. And experts. But mainly through comedy. In each episode Jimmy Carr, along with two permanent team captains – Katherine Ryan and D.L. Hughley – host guest comics and experts in taking one massive issue facing the world and attempting to solve it.
The series is produced by Embassy Row.
Episodes: 10
Executive Producers: Michael Davies and Andrew Westwell
Westside
The series follows a group of ambitious and deeply talented young musicians spanning multiple genres, coming together to create an original performance series at a Los Angeles nightclub. Following the artists in their complicated lives as they pursue their dreams to make it in the music business, the format weaves gritty and cinematic docu-series scenes with artistic music videos featuring original songs that underscore the storylines of the series.
The series is produced by Love Productions and Madwood Studios.
Episodes: 8
Director: James Carroll
Executive Producers: Kevin Bartel, Richard McKerrow, Michael Flutie, Sun de Graaf, Lara Spotts
Sugar Rush
Sugar Rush is the new, relentlessly fast-paced baking competition that challenges brilliant bakers to create sweet treats that look beautiful and taste amazing – all against the clock. The competition is judged by two world class pastry chefs: Candace Nelson (co-founder and executive pastry chef behind Sprinkles cupcakes and Pizzana in Los Angeles) and Adriano Zumbo, with Hunter March hosting.
The series is produced by Magical Elves.
Episodes: 8
Executive Producers: Dan Cutforth, Jane Lipsitz, Doneen Arquines, Casey Kriley, Candace Nelson, Andrew Wallace
