Running Pointis an Americansportscomedyseries created byElaine Ko,Mindy Kaling,Ike Barinholtz,and David Stassen,[1]and starringKate Hudson.The series premiered onNetflixon February 27, 2025.[2]
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| Genre | Sportscomedy |
| Created by | Elaine KoandMindy Kaling&Ike Barinholtz& David Stassen |
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| Music by | Joseph Stephens |
| Country of origin | United States |
| Original language | English |
| No.of seasons | 1 |
| No.of episodes | 10 |
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| Cinematography | Marco Fargnoli |
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| Running time | 26–33 minutes |
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| Network | Netflix |
| Release | February 27, 2025 |
Cast
editMain
edit- Kate Hudsonas Isla Gordon, the former coordinator of charitable endeavors who recently became the president of the Los Angeles Waves
- Drew Tarveras Sandy Gordon, Isla's younger half-brother who is the chief financial officer of the Waves
- Scott MacArthuras Ness Gordon, Isla's second older brother who is the general manager of the Waves
- Brenda Songas Ali Lee, Isla's best friend and chief of staff for the Waves
- Fabrizio Guido as Jackie Moreno, the younger half-brother recently discovered by the Gordon siblings
- Chet Hanksas Travis Bugg, the problematic point guard of the Waves
- Toby Sandemanas Marcus Winfield, the long-time star player of the Waves
Recurring
edit- Jay Ellisas Jay Brown, the head coach of the Waves
- Dane DiLiegroas Badrag Krause, a Waves player from Eastern Europe
- Jon Glaseras Sean Murphy
- Keyla Monterroso Mejiaas Ana Moreno, Jackie's cousin who is a lawyer
- Uche Agada as Dyson Gibbs, the rookie player of the Waves who was drafted from the D-League
- Roberto Sanchez as Stephen Ramirez, the chairman of the board of the Waves
- Justin Therouxas Cam Gordon, Isla's eldest brother who recently temporarily stepped down as the president of the Waves and named Isla as his successor
- Max Greenfieldas Lev Levenson, Isla's fiancé who is a pediatrician
- Scott Evansas Charlie, Sandy's boyfriend who is a dog groomer
Production
editDevelopment
editIn June 2021, it was announced thatNetflixhad given a straight-to-series order to an untitledLos Angeles Lakersthemed comedy series created byMindy Kaling.The Los Angeles Lakerscontrolling ownerand president,Jeanie Buss,will co-executive produce the series with Kaling.[3]The series was initially going to be written, executive produced, and showrun byElaine Ko.[3]
In January 2024, it was reported that the series had a new creative team, with Ko leaving the series, and Kaling now co-writing and executive producing the series withIke Barinholtzand David Stassen.[4]Stassen will also serve as the series showrunner.[4]In May 2024, the untitled series was given the name,Running Point.[5]
The series will be executive produced by Mindy Kaling, Ike Barinholtz, David Stassen, Jeanie Buss, Linda Rambis,Howard Klein,and Kate Hudson, and produced by Jordan Rambis.[5]Production companies involved with the series are Kaling'sKaling International,3 Arts Entertainment,andWarner Bros. Television Studios.[5]
Casting
editIn January 2024, it was announced thatKate Hudsonhad joined the series as the protagonist, Isla Gordon, and also as an executive producer.[4]In February 2024, it was announced thatBrenda Songhad joined the series as Ali Lee,Drew Tarveras Sandy Gordon, andScott MacArthuras Ness Gordon.[6]Also in February 2024, it was announced thatChet Hankshad joined the series as Travis Bugg,Keyla Monterroso Mejiaas Ana Moreno, Fabrizio Guido as Jackie Moreno,Toby Sandemanas Marcus Winfield, and Roberto Sanchez as Stephen Ramirez.[7]
In March 2024, it was announced thatMax Greenfieldhad joined the series as Lev Levy,Dane DiLiegroas Badrag Knauss, and Uche Agada as Dyson Gibbs.[8]In May 2024,Jay Ellisjoined the series as Jay Brown.[9]In June 2024,Scott Evansjoined the series as Charlie.[10]
Filming
editThe series began filming in February 2024, inLos Angeles.[11]
Legal matter
editIn February 2025,Pepperdine UniversitysuedNetflixandWarner Bros. Discoveryfor "alleged trademark infringement". The university claimed that the TV series used their team's logo, the Waves.[12]Pepperdine University also accusedRunning Pointfor the used of their "basketball team's colors, orange and blue" and promoting the number 37 on a fictional basketball player.[13]
Episodes
edit| No. | Title | Directed by | Written by | Original release date | Prod. code |
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| 1 | "Pilot" | James Ponsoldt | Teleplay by :Mindy Kaling&Ike Barinholtz& David Stassen Story by :Elaine Koand Mindy Kaling & Ike Barinholtz & David Stassen | February 27, 2025 | T12.18101 |
| 2 | "Joe Pesci" | James Ponsoldt | Mindy Kaling | February 27, 2025 | T12.18102 |
| 3 | "The Travis Bugg Affair" | Michael Weaver | Ike Barinholtz & David Stassen | February 27, 2025 | T12.18103 |
| 4 | "Doljanchi" | Michael Weaver | Grace Edwards | February 27, 2025 | T12.18104 |
| 5 | "Beshert" | Thembi Banks | Joe Mande | February 27, 2025 | T12.18105 |
| 6 | "The Yips" | Thembi Banks | Akshara Sekar | February 27, 2025 | T12.18106 |
| 7 | "A Special Place in Hell" | Michael Weaver | Brandon Childs | February 27, 2025 | T12.18107 |
| 8 | "The Streak" | Michael Weaver | Michael Rodriguez | February 27, 2025 | T12.18108 |
| 9 | "The Playoffs" | David Stassen | Michael Chung & Bronson Diallo | February 27, 2025 | T12.18109 |
| 10 | "Game Seven" | David Stassen | Mindy Kaling and Ike Barinholtz & David Stassen | February 27, 2025 | T12.18110 |
Release
editReception
editThe review aggregator websiteRotten Tomatoesreported an 80% approval rating with an average rating of 6/10, based on 30 critic reviews. The website's critics consensus reads, "Kate Hudsoncontinuously makes three-pointer shots with her dynamite charisma inRunning Point,carrying this amusing series while it straightens out its game strategy. "[14]Metacritic,which uses a weighted average, assigned a score of 64 out of 100 based on 20 critics, indicating "generally favorable" reviews.[15]
References
edit- ^"Running Point".Writers Guild of America West.Archivedfrom the original on August 29, 2024.RetrievedAugust 29,2024.
- ^abRice, Lynette (January 21, 2025)."'Running Point': Netflix Reveals Start Date For Comedy Starring Kate Hudson ".Deadline hollywood.RetrievedJanuary 21,2025.
- ^abAndreeva, Nellie (June 18, 2021)."LA Lakers-Inspired Office Comedy Series Ordered By Netflix From Mindy Kaling, Elaine Ko & Jeanie Buss".Deadline Hollywood.RetrievedAugust 13,2024.
- ^abcAndreeva, Nellie (January 26, 2024)."Kate Hudson To Headline Mindy Kaling's Netflix Basketball Comedy Series".Deadline Hollywood.Archivedfrom the original on July 4, 2024.RetrievedAugust 13,2024.
- ^abcPetski, Denise (May 15, 2024)."Mindy Kaling's Netflix Comedy Series Unveils First Photos Of Kate Hudson As Pro Basketball Team President".Deadline Hollywood.Archivedfrom the original on July 10, 2024.RetrievedAugust 13,2024.
- ^Otterson, Joe (February 1, 2024)."Mindy Kaling's Pro Basketball Front Office Comedy at Netflix Casts Brenda Song, Drew Tarver, Scott MacArthur".Variety.RetrievedAugust 13,2024.
- ^Petski, Denise (February 21, 2024)."Mindy Kaling's Netflix Basketball Series Adds 5 To Cast".Deadline Hollywood.Archivedfrom the original on March 8, 2024.RetrievedAugust 13,2024.
- ^Cordero, Rosy (March 7, 2024)."Max Greenfield, Uche Agada & Dane DiLiegro Join Mindy Kaling's Netflix Basketball Series".Deadline Hollywood.Archivedfrom the original on March 18, 2024.RetrievedAugust 13,2024.
- ^Petski, Denise (May 30, 2024)."Jay Ellis Rounds Out Cast Of Mindy Kaling's 'Running Point' Series At Netflix".Deadline Hollywood.Archivedfrom the original on August 7, 2024.RetrievedAugust 13,2024.
- ^Cordero, Rosy (June 24, 2024)."Scott Evans Boards Mindy Kaling's Basketball Series 'Running Point'".Deadline Hollywood.RetrievedAugust 13,2024.
- ^Gaudens, Reed (February 26, 2024)."Kate Hudson is Running Point in Netflix's comedy series coming in 2025".Netflix Life.Archivedfrom the original on August 13, 2024.RetrievedAugust 13,2024.
- ^Stenzel, Wesley (February 21, 2025)."California university sues Netflix, WB over Mindy Kaling showRunning Point".Entertainment Weekly.RetrievedFebruary 22,2025.
- ^Lavietes, Matt (February 21, 2025)."Pepperdine University sues Netflix and Warner Bros. over Mindy Kaling's new show".NBC News.RetrievedFebruary 22,2025.
- ^"Running Point:Season 1 ".Rotten Tomatoes.RetrievedFebruary 28,2025.
- ^"Running Point:Season 1 ".Metacritic.RetrievedFebruary 27,2025.
