AMC just announced details on a new dramatic series titled Lodge 49 and set in Long Beach, CA. The series, which is described as a modern fable, was created by Jim Gavin and is produced by Peter Ocko (Pushing Daisies), Paul Giamatti (Billions), and Dan Carey (Outsiders). Gavin is also writing and producing Lodge 49 with Ocko serving as the series’ showrunner. According to the official announcement, season one will consist of 10 one-hour episodes.
“Lodge 49 is a show that defies easy categorization. It is, at once, a show about a loveable loser, the idea that life can be magical if you look at it from the right angle, what it means to be on the fringe, and the importance of community. It’s also incredibly funny, poignant and truly entertaining” said Joel Stillerman, President of Original Programming and Development for AMC and SundanceTV. “This is a formidable creative team beginning with series creator Jim Gavin, show runner Peter Ocko, and the awesome producing team of Dan Carey and Paul Giamatti. Their passion and vision won the day, and we look forward to working with them to bring it to life.”
Giamatti added, “We are beyond excited to be doing this unique show under the auspices of the fine folks at AMC.”
The Plot: Lodge 49 is a modern fable set in Long Beach. The series is centered on Dud, a deadbeat but charming ex-surfer who joins a fraternal order hoping to reclaim the simple, happy lifestyle he lost when his father died. Through the Lodge and his newfound connection with the other members, Dud will come to find the missing sense of purpose in his life and confront his deepest fears and greatest hopes. Other key characters featured in Lodge 49 include Liz Dudley, Dud’s twin sister and Ernie Fontaine, a middle-aged African American and long-time lodge member who welcomes him into this mysterious new world.
