Overview

• Netflix executives reportedly expressed concerns over the premiere's guest lineup, which included Fred Armisen, Joan Baez, and Cypress Hill, calling it insufficiently 'buzzy.'
• Mulaney mocked Netflix's misunderstanding of the show's creative direction, highlighting their confusion over elements like a 'Body Double' parody and misnaming Joan Baez as 'Jo Ann Baez.'
• The show aligns with Mulaney's original pitch, maintaining a niche and experimental tone that prioritizes humor over mainstream appeal.
• Mulaney described the project as a 'fun experiment' and emphasized its short-term nature, signaling no intention of a long-term commitment.
• Despite tensions, Netflix has invested heavily in the series, with Mulaney joking it mirrors their high-profile deals with minimal planning, such as the Harry and Meghan partnership.