Cooper Raiff's 'Hal & Harper' Debuts at Sundance as a Bold Independent TV Experiment

The eight-episode dramedy explores complex family dynamics and aims to establish a new model for independent television production.

Hal & Harper, an independently produced TV series by Cooper Raiff, premiered in Sundance's Episodic section, marking a rare attempt to sell an indie TV show at the festival.
The series stars Cooper Raiff, Lili Reinhart, and Mark Ruffalo, with Raiff and Reinhart uniquely portraying both the child and adult versions of their characters.
The show delves into the lives of two siblings raised by a single father, exploring how childhood experiences shape adult relationships, with performances praised for emotional depth.
Raiff produced the series on a $10 million budget, adopting a filmmaking approach by shooting it as a 4.5-hour movie to appeal to potential buyers.
Raiff hopes Hal & Harper’s success will challenge the current TV financing model and open doors for more independently produced television projects.