Jennifer Aniston shared candid insights into the demanding experience of filming each season of The Morning Show, revealing the physical and emotional toll it takes. Speaking in a September 2 Glamour cover story, Aniston described the process of shooting the series as a grueling challenge that feels like an exhausting ordeal every year.
Aniston Draws a Parallel Between Production and Childbirth
At 56, Aniston compared the effort involved in producing The Morning Show to the intense pain and struggle of childbirth, describing it as a repetitive cycle of agony and resilience. She said,
“I kind of compare it to what childbirth must be like when my friends are like, ‘You just kind of forget what it was, and then next thing you know you’re knocked up again,’”
emphasizing the recurring hardships actors face with each new season. She added,
“And having that same agony of pushing that watermelon out of a tiny little pinhole and then you just get to do it again.”
The Emotional Weight and Relief After Wrapping Up a Season
Aniston further remarked on the unique emotional journey actors endure during the filming process. She reflected,
“So I do feel there’s something extraordinary about finishing a season and not saying those words of, ‘I’m done.’ And just knowing that you’ve got to decompress and walk away from it for a while, and in my case, go do a comedy as fast as possible.”
This sheds light on the necessity of finding ways to recharge after such intense work.
Season Four’s Premiere and Its Focus on Contemporary Issues
The Morning Show is set to return for its fourth season on Apple TV+ starting September 17. The new episodes will explore the complex responsibilities and hidden agendas within the newsroom, particularly in a polarized America overwhelmed by misinformation and deepfakes. The official premise highlights the challenge of discerning truth amid corporate cover-ups and conspiracy theories:
“In a world rife with deepfakes, conspiracy theories and corporate cover-ups — who can you trust? And how can you know what’s actually real?”
Returning Cast and New Faces Joining the Series
The show features a strong ensemble cast including Jennifer Aniston, Reese Witherspoon, Billy Crudup, Karen Pittman, Mark Duplass, Greta Lee, Jon Hamm, Nicole Beharie, Marion Cotillard, and Nestor Carbonell. Season four will also introduce new actors Jeremy Irons, Aaron Pierre, William Jackson Harper, and Boyd Holbrook, expanding the series’ dynamic character roster.
Aniston Comments on the Show’s Demanding Nature
Earlier this year, Aniston described filming The Morning Show as a particularly challenging endeavor. She said,
“The Morning Show is just a beast to film. It is layered, it’s complicated, it’s emotional, it hits on a lot of topics and current events, so let’s just say, it’s not Friends,”
underscoring the serious tone and complexity compared to her previous iconic sitcom work.
Behind-the-Scenes Commitment and Impact on Cast
Since joining The Morning Show in 2019, Aniston has highlighted how much the show requires from her each season. She noted,
“We’re involved in every single aspect of the show, on top of just the performance side, which is a big piece of it,”
and praised the support of her team, saying,
“But I’ve got incredible support, and we have such an incredible team.”
New Episodes Scheduled Weekly on Apple TV+
The Morning Show’s fourth season will release new episodes weekly on Wednesdays beginning September 17 on Apple TV+. With the show’s continued focus on relevant news issues and complex character dynamics, it promises to maintain its reputation as a demanding yet rewarding production for its cast and crew.
