Ben Stiller and Jessica Chastain are collaborating on a new limited series titled The Off Weeks, which Apple TV+ recently picked up. Both actors will star in and serve as executive producers on the project, continuing Stiller’s ongoing relationship with the streaming platform.
Plot Details and Creative Team Behind the Series
The Off Weeks centers on writing professor Gus Adler, whose life spirals amid a difficult divorce. He struggles to manage the time he spends with his kids during his “on weeks,” while during his “off weeks,” he becomes entangled with Stella West, a mysterious woman whose presence threatens to disrupt both his responsibilities and ambitions drastically. The series will be directed and executive produced by Michael Showalter, with Alissa Nutting acting as showrunner.
Additional Apple TV+ Projects for Stiller and Chastain
Alongside this series, Ben Stiller is preparing to release Stiller & Meara: Nothing Is Lost, a documentary about his parents, also set to premiere on Apple TV+. Jessica Chastain is involved in producing and starring in another Apple Original thriller series, The Savant, which adds to her expanding collaboration with the platform.
Impact and Future Prospects of The Off Weeks
The partnership between Stiller, Chastain, and Apple TV+ signals a strong commitment to quality storytelling, blending thoughtful drama with compelling performances. With seasoned talents like Michael Showalter directing and Alissa Nutting overseeing the showrunners’ duties, The Off Weeks is poised to attract viewers interested in emotional narratives about personal struggles and relationships. This new series promises to be a significant addition to Apple TV+’s growing slate of original content.
“This marks a continued partnership with the streamer for Ben, who also executive producers the hit Severance.” ?Unattributed
“Ben is also releasing the upcoming feature, Stiller & Meara: Nothing Is Lost, a documentary about his parents, on Apple TV+.” ?Unattributed
“Jessica will star in and executive produce the upcoming Apple Original thriller series The Savant.” ?Unattributed
“Michael Showalter will direct and executive produce, with Alissa Nutting set as showrunner.” ?Unattributed
