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Vinyl
File:Vinyl logo.jpg
GenrePeriod drama
Created by
Starring
Opening theme"Sugar Daddy" by Sturgill Simpson[1]
Country of originUnited States
Original languageEnglish
No. of seasons1
No. of episodes1 (list of episodes)
Production
Executive producers
Producers
  • Mari Jo Winkler-Ioffreda
  • Brad Carpenter
  • Jessica Levin
Production locationNew York
EditorDavid Tedeschi
Camera setupSingle-camera
Running time53–60 minutes
113 minutes (pilot)
Production companiesParamount Television
Jagged Productions
Sikelia Productions
Cold Front Productions
Original release
NetworkHBO
ReleaseFebruary 14, 2016 (2016-02-14) –
present

Vinyl is an American period drama television series created by Mick Jagger, Martin Scorsese, Rich Cohen and Terence Winter. The series stars Bobby Cannavale as Richie Finestra, a record executive in the 1970s. It premiered on HBO on February 14, 2016.[2]

From a teleplay by Terence Winter and George Mastras, and story by Rich Cohen, Mick Jagger, Martin Scorsese and Terence Winter, the pilot episode is directed by Scorsese.[3] The first season will consist of 10 episodes.[4] Scorsese has confirmed plans to direct further episodes of the series.[5]

Cast

Main

  • Bobby Cannavale as Richie Finestra, a record executive trying to resurrect his label American Century.[6]
  • Paul Ben-Victor as Maury Gold, a charming, avuncular record company owner.[7]
  • P. J. Byrne as Scott Leavitt, the head of legal for American Century.[7]
  • Max Casella as Julian "Julie" Silver, the head of A&R of American Century.[7]
  • Ato Essandoh as Lester Grimes, a former singer and Richie's ex-colleague.[7]
  • James Jagger as Kip Stevens, lead singer of The Nasty Bits, an early punk rock band.[7]
  • J. C. MacKenzie as Skip Fontaine, head of sales for American Century.[7]
  • Jack Quaid as Clark Morelle, a young A&R executive at American Century.[7]
  • Ray Romano as Zak Yankovich, Richie's confidant and head of promotions at American Century.[7]
  • Birgitte Hjort Sørensen as Ingrid, a Danish actress favored by Andy Warhol and close friend of Richie's wife.[7]
  • Juno Temple as Jamie Vine, an ambitious assistant at American Century's A&R Department.[7]
  • Olivia Wilde as Devon Finestra, Richie's wife.[7]

Recurring

  • Emily Tremaine as Heather, receptionist of American Century.
  • Griffin Newman as Casper, a mustachioed A&R rep at American Century.[8]
  • Bo Dietl as Joe Corso, an "independent promotion man" with possible ties to organized crime.[6]
  • Robert Funaro as Tony Del Greco, chief enforcer for a New York mob boss.[6]
  • John Cameron Mitchell as Andy Warhol[9]
  • Joe Caniano as Leo, Richie’s long-time chauffeur and confidant.[6]
  • Val Emmich as Alex[6]
  • Christian Peslak as young David Johansen[10]

Guest

Episodes

No.TitleDirected byWritten byOriginal air dateU.S. viewers
(millions)
1"Pilot"Martin ScorseseStory by : Rich Cohen & Mick Jagger & Martin Scorsese and Terence Winter
Teleplay by : Terence Winter and George Mastras		February 14, 2016 (2016-02-14)TBD
2"Yesterday Once More"[12]Allen CoulterTerence WinterFebruary 21, 2016 (2016-02-21)TBD
3"Whispered Secrets"[13]Mark RomanekJonathan Tropper and Debora Cahn & Adam RappFebruary 28, 2016 (2016-02-28)TBD
4"The Racket"[14]S. J. ClarksonDebora CahnMarch 6, 2016 (2016-03-06)TBD
5"He in Racist Fire"[15]Peter SollettAdam RappMarch 13, 2016 (2016-03-13)TBD
6"Cyclone"[16]TBATBAMarch 20, 2016 (2016-03-20)TBD
7"The King and I"[17]TBATBAMarch 27, 2016 (2016-03-27)TBD
8"E.A.B."[18]TBATBAApril 3, 2016 (2016-04-03)TBD

International broadcast

In Canada, the series premiered on HBO Canada on February 14, 2016, airing simultaneous with the American broadcast.[19] The Australian premiere is scheduled to air on Showcase on February 15, 2016.[20]It was shown simulcast in the UK, Italy and Germany on Sky Atlantic.

References

  1. ^ Jon Freeman (February 11, 2016). "Hear Sturgill Simpson's Hard-Edged 'Vinyl' Theme 'Sugar Daddy'". Rolling Stone. Retrieved February 12, 2016.
  2. ^ Petski, Denise (October 29, 2015). "'Vinyl', 'Girls' & 'Togetherness' Get February Premiere Dates On HBO". Deadline.com. Retrieved October 29, 2015.
  3. ^ Andreeva, Nellie (December 2, 2014). "Martin Scorsese, Mick Jagger & Terence Winter's Rock 'N' Roll Drama Picked Up To Series By HBO". Deadline. Retrieved July 31, 2015.
  4. ^ Petski, Denise (August 6, 2015). "'Vinyl' Teaser: First Look At Martin Scorsese's '70s-Set Rock Drama For HBO". Deadline.
  5. ^ Joe Otterson (January 8, 2016). "Martin Scorsese Hopes to 'Direct a Few More' Episodes of 'Vinyl'". TheWrap. Retrieved January 17, 2016.
  6. ^ a b c d e f "HBO's Martin Scorsese/Mick Jagger Rock 'N' Roll Drama Adds Cast". Deadline. June 26, 2014. Retrieved July 31, 2015.
  7. ^ a b c d e f g h i j k l "HBO - Vinyl - Series Information". HBO.
  8. ^ http://tvseriesfinale.com/tv-show/vinyl-hbo-releases-new-details-and-photos/
  9. ^ http://www.vulture.com/2016/02/tv-review-martin-scorseses-vinyl.html#
  10. ^ "Brooklyn's Rough Trade transformed into a '70s Sam Goody for Martin Scorsese & Mick Jagger's new HBO series 'VINYL'". Retrieved January 17, 2016.
  11. ^ http://www.inquisitr.com/2776541/how-mick-jaggers-hbo-series-vinyl-will-pay-tribute-to-david-bowie-noah-bean-set-to-play-starman-singer/
  12. ^ "Vinyl 02: Yesterday Once More". HBO. Retrieved January 3, 2016.
  13. ^ "Vinyl 03: Whispered Secrets". HBO. Retrieved January 8, 2016.
  14. ^ "Vinyl 04: The Racket". HBO. Retrieved February 7, 2016.
  15. ^ "Vinyl 05: He in Racist Fire". HBO. Retrieved February 7, 2016.
  16. ^ "Vinyl 06: Cyclone". HBO. Retrieved February 7, 2016.
  17. ^ "Vinyl 07: The King and I". HBO. Retrieved February 7, 2016.
  18. ^ "Vinyl 08: E.A.B." HBO. Retrieved February 15, 2016.
  19. ^ "This February on HBO Canada: the Epic New HBO Drama VINYL; new Animated Series from the Duplass Brothers, ANIMALS; New Seasons of GIRLS, LAST WEEK TONIGHT WITH JOHN OLIVER, VICE, and TOGETHERNESS; and New HBO Documentaries" (Press release). HBO Canada. February 1, 2016. Retrieved February 11, 2016.
  20. ^ "Vinyl - Showcase". Foxtel. Retrieved February 10, 2016.
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