Bridge and Tunnel (TV series)

Bridge and Tunnel is an American comedy drama television series written, directed and produced by Edward Burns for Epix. The first season consists of 6 episodes and premiered on January 24, 2021.[1] In July 2021, the series was renewed for a second season.[2] In September 2022, the series was canceled after two seasons.[3]

Bridge and Tunnel
GenreComedy drama
Created byEdward Burns
Written byEdward Burns
Directed byEdward Burns
Starring
Country of originUnited States
Original languageEnglish
No. of seasons2
No. of episodes12
Production
Executive producers
  • Edward Burns
  • Aaron Lubin
  • Lori Keith Douglas
  • Michael Wright
  • Nancy Cotton
ProducerVincent Morano (season 2)
Running time27–34 minutes
Production companies
  • Marlboro Road Gang Productions
  • Epix Studios
Original release
NetworkEpix
ReleaseJanuary 24, 2021 (2021-01-24) –
August 14, 2022 (2022-08-14)

Premise

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Set in the early 1980s amongst the working class of Long Island, New York, six childhood friends have just graduated college and are stepping out into the real world while also trying to hang on to the familiarity of their hometown and remaining years of their youth

Cast

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  • Sam Vartholomeos as Jimmy Farrell
  • Caitlin Stasey as Jill Shore
  • Gigi Zumbado as Tammy Ocampo
  • JanLuis Castellanos as Mikey Diaz
  • Brian Muller as Nick 'Pags' Pagnetti
  • Edward Burns as Artie Farrell
  • Isabella Farrell as Stacey Ross
  • Erica Hernandez as Genie Farrell
  • Barrett Wilbert Weed as Lizzie Pagnetti
  • Rebecca Gibel as Kitty Farrell

Episodes

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Series overview

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SeasonEpisodesOriginally released
First releasedLast released
16January 24, 2021 (2021-01-24)February 28, 2021 (2021-02-28)
26July 17, 2022 (2022-07-17)August 14, 2022 (2022-08-14)

Season 1 (2021)

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No.
overall
No. in
season
TitleDirected byWritten byOriginal release date
11"The Graduates"Edward BurnsEdward BurnsJanuary 24, 2021 (2021-01-24)
22"Making up for Lost Time"Edward BurnsEdward BurnsJanuary 31, 2021 (2021-01-31)
33"A Perfect Couple"Edward BurnsEdward BurnsFebruary 7, 2021 (2021-02-07)
44"Just Friends"Edward BurnsEdward BurnsFebruary 14, 2021 (2021-02-14)
55"Today Is Your Birthday"Edward BurnsEdward BurnsFebruary 21, 2021 (2021-02-21)
66"The Swan Song"Edward BurnsEdward BurnsFebruary 28, 2021 (2021-02-28)

Season 2 (2022)

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No.
overall
No. in
season
Title [4]Directed byWritten byOriginal release date [4]
71"Back Together Again"Edward BurnsEdward BurnsJuly 10, 2022 (2022-07-10)
82"Breaking Up Is Hard To Do"Edward BurnsEdward BurnsJuly 17, 2022 (2022-07-17)
93"She’s Gone"Edward BurnsEdward BurnsJuly 24, 2022 (2022-07-24)
104"Dance the Night Away"Edward BurnsEdward BurnsJuly 31, 2022 (2022-07-31)
115"Bloodshot Eyes"Edward BurnsEdward BurnsAugust 7, 2022 (2022-08-07)
126"The Promise Land Six"Edward BurnsEdward BurnsAugust 14, 2022 (2022-08-14)

Production

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Development

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On October 15, 2020, it was announced that Epix had given the production (originally titled Gibson Station) a series order for a first season consisting of six episodes.[5] The series premiere on January 24, 2021.[1] On July 14, 2021, Epix renewed the series for a second season.[2] On September 28, 2022, Epix canceled the series after two seasons.[3]

Casting

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In October 2020 it was announced that the ensemble cast would include Sam Vartholomeos, Caitlin Stasey, Gigi Zumbado, JanLuis Castellanos, Brian Muller and Isabella Farrell.[1] On December 2, 2020, Barrett Wilbert Weed joined the cast in a recurring role.[6] On December 14, 2020, it was announced that Erica Hernandez had joined the cast in a recurring role.[7]

Reception

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Writing for the AV Club, Danette Chavez gave the show a C rating, stating: "Bridge And Tunnel is stuck in neutral, hesitant to let its characters let go of a past that hardly seems worth revisiting."[8]

The show holds a 29% on Rotten Tomatoes and a 52% on Metacritic, indicating mixed or average reviews.[9][10]

References

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  1. ^ a b c Andreeva, Nellie (October 15, 2020). "Ed Burns 1980s Dramedy 'Bridge and Tunnel' Gets Epix Series Greenlight, Sets Cast". Deadline. Retrieved January 9, 2021.
  2. ^ a b Petski, Denise (July 14, 2021). "'Bridge And Tunnel' Renewed For Season 2 By Epix". Deadline. Retrieved July 14, 2021.
  3. ^ a b Ausiello, Michael (September 28, 2022). "Bridge and Tunnel Cancelled: EPIX Dramedy Will Not Return for Season 3". TVLine. Retrieved September 28, 2022.
  4. ^ a b "Shows A-Z – Bridge and Tunnel on Epix". The Futon Critic. Retrieved July 23, 2022.
  5. ^ Porter, Rick (October 15, 2020). "Edward Burns Dramedy Snags Series Order at Epix". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved January 9, 2021.
  6. ^ Petski, Denise (December 2, 2020). "'Bridge And Tunnel' Casts Barrett Wilbert Weed; Rushi Kota Returns To 'Never Have I Ever'". Deadline. Retrieved January 9, 2021.
  7. ^ Petski, Denise (December 14, 2020). "'Bridge And Tunnel' Unveils Trailer & Key Art For Epix Series; Adds Erica Hernandez As Recurring". Deadline. Retrieved January 9, 2021.
  8. ^ "Ed Burns' coming-of-age dramedy Bridge And Tunnel is afraid to grow up". TV Club. January 27, 2021. Retrieved April 26, 2021.
  9. ^ Bridge and Tunnel: Season 1, retrieved April 26, 2021
  10. ^ Bridge and Tunnel (2021), retrieved April 26, 2021
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