CALL ME KAT (ordered direct to series, fka “Carla”)
based on the BBC series “Miranda”
Carla is a 39-year-old woman who struggles every day against society and her mother to prove that you cannot have everything you want — and still be happy. Which is why she spent the money her parents set aside for her wedding to open a Cat Café in Louisville, KY.
Cast (thus far)
Mayim Bialik (The Big Bang Theory, Blossom) as Carla “Kat”, a 39-year-old woman who struggles every day against society and her mother to prove that you CANNOT have everything you want — and still be happy. Which is why she spent the money her parents set aside for her wedding to open a Cat Café in Louisville, KY. The role is inspired by that of Miranda Hart’s Miranda in the BBC series. (Sep 19, 2019)
Cheyenne Jackson (American Horror Story) as Kat’s high school crush, Max, who recently returned from teaching English overseas and now works as a bartender across the street from the cat café. He’s getting over a long-term relationship with an ex that Kat imagines to be the most beautiful woman in the world — but Max values personality and humor over physical attractiveness. Jackson’s Max is a version of Tom Ellis’ character Gary in the BBC series. (Mar 6)
Swoosie Kurtz (Mike & Molly) as Sheila who grew up in Louisville and subscribes to very traditional gender roles. She views her daughter Kat’s unmarried status as her own personal failure. A charming narcissist, Sheila has used her sex appeal to date an endless array of men since Kat’s father died. The role is inspired by that of Patricia Hodge’s Penny in the BBC series. (Feb 12)
Kyla Pratt (One on One, The Proud Family) as Randi, a hip, confident millennial who was named Louisville’s top barista four years in a row. Randi works at the café despite having no interest in cats. As someone who juggles multiple suitors, Randi encourages Kat to adopt a new approach to dating. (Feb 13)
Julian Gant (Good Girls) as Carter, who manages a piano bar, The Middle C, in a trendy area of Louisville. Recently divorced, he’s navigating life as a single dad, while complaining every step of the way. (Apr 28)
Leslie Jordan (Will & Grace) as Phil, who works for Kat and bakes all the pastries at the cat cafe. Kat is helping Phil get a new lease on life after his recent breakup with his longtime partner. The role is a version of the character Clive played by James Holmes in the BBC series. (Apr 2)
Series Creator: Darlene Hunt
Producers: Jim Parsons, Mayim Bialik, Todd Spiewak, Angie Stephenson, Miranda Hart, Darlene Hunt
Studios: Warner Bros. TV, BBC Studios , Sad Clown Productions, That's Wonderful Productions
Genre: Multicamera
This is one of three BBC-inspired adaptations at FOX this season, alongside fellow comedy “This Country” and drama “The Big Leap.”