New TBS Comedy in the Works

ATLANTA: TBS has greenlit the new comedy Sullivan and Son, starring Steve Byrne and executive produced by Vince Vaughn, Peter Billingsley and Rob Long.

Byrne, a comedian, will also serve as executive producer on the series. The show is from Vaughn’s Wild West Picture Show Productions, in association with Warner Horizon Television. A ten-episode order has been placed, with plans to launch the series this summer. The show is set in a neighborhood bar in a working-class neighborhood in Pittsburgh.

"Sullivan and Son is a smart, funny, workplace comedy from the distinct comedy voices of Steve Byrne and Rob Long," said Michael Wright, the executive VP and head of programming for TBS, TNT and Turner Classic Movies. "The barstools at Sullivan’s bar are filled with outrageous, unique characters, and Steve and Rob have created an outstanding in which they can shine. We are extremely proud of this show and look forward to spending many nights throwing one back with the regulars at Sullivan & Son."