Five-time Emmy nominee Connie Britton stars in the series adaptation of Ann Napolitano bestselling novel Dear Edward which just unveiled a new sneak peek clip. The Apple TV+ series will premiere on February 3, 2023 with the release of its first three episodes, followed by new episodes every Friday.
In addition to Connie Britton as Dee Dee, the season one cast includes SAG Award winner Taylor Schilling as Lacey and newcomer Colin O’Brien as Edward. Amy Forsyth, Anna Uzele, Audrey Corsa, Brittany S. Hall, Carter Hudson, and Dario Ladani Sanchez also star.
The ensemble also includes Douglas M. Griffin, Eva Ariel Binder, Idris DeBrand, Ivan Shaw, Jenna Qureshi, Khloe Bruno, and Maxwell Jenkins.
Emmy Award-winner Jason Katims (Friday Night Lights) created the series and serves as writer, executive producer, and showrunner. Jeni Mulein and author Ann Napolitano also executive produce, with Fisher Stevens directing and executive producing the first episode.
The Dear Edward Plot:
Hailing from Apple Studios, Dear Edward tells the story of Edward Adler (O’Brien), a 12-year-old boy who survives a devastating commercial plane crash that kills every other passenger on the flight, including his family. As Edward and others all over the world are affected by the tragedy try to make sense of life after the crash, unexpected friendships, romances and communities are formed.
Adapted from Ann Napolitano’s bestselling, acclaimed novel, Dear Edward is a heartbreaking, life-affirming, and uplifting story about survival, resilience, connection, and the examination of what makes us human.
