The renewal occurred weeks before the first season finale, though the exact date of the announcement has not been disclosed. The series debuted in March, but the total number of episodes in the first season remains unspecified. The series stars Steve Carell as Greg Russo, a writer of bestselling airport thrillers, and features an ensemble cast including Charly Clive as Katie, Phil Dunster as Archie, Lauren Tsai as Sunny, Danielle Deadwyler as Dylan, and John C.
McGinley as Ludlow's president. It was created by Bill Lawrence. Critical reception has been positive, with the series holding an 88 percent score on Rotten Tomatoes, though the broader critical consensus beyond specific reviews is unclear.
According to Esquire, Steve Carell's performance was hailed as phenomenal. IGN described the series as charming, incisive, and laugh-out-loud funny, while Mashable praised its incredible ensemble cast. The specific premiere date for the second season and viewership numbers outside the US have not been announced.