Do you recall the days when Network Television reigned supreme? Everyone eagerly anticipated returning home to catch the latest episodes of their favorite shows, immersed in the unfolding dramas of beloved characters. It was a golden era featuring hits like Desperate Housewives, Scandal, How to Get Away With Murder, and early Grey’s Anatomy. Viewers could easily identify with their favorite characters or aspire to be more like them, cheering them on, sharing their tears, and learning the art of taking risks when needed. These shows and characters felt like family, sparking conversations and gossip among friends. Unfortunately, such a captivating series faded into the background—until now. Grosse Pointe Garden Society revives the essence of that cherished television era in the most delightful way.
NBC’s Grosse Pointe Garden Society is based in the affluent Detroit suburb of Grosse Pointe, Michigan. There we meet our four members of a garden club who become entangled in a murder mystery. As they try to cover their tracks, viewers also get to enjoy watching them struggle to maintain their not-so-perfect lives.
AnnaSophia Robb (Carrie Diaries) and Aja Naomi King (How To Get Away With Murder) play Alice and Catherine. Alice is married to Doug, and the two are having a stalemate in their marriage. After the death of her dog, Alice begins to spiral seeing the culprit everywhere, even at home. Catherine seems to have the perfect life. She’s a successful businesswoman, happily married, with a stunning home. However, things are never as perfect as they seem.
GROSSE POINTE GARDEN SOCIETY: AnnaSophia Robb & Aja Naomi King
MORE ABOUT THE SERIES
Grosse Pointe Garden Society is produced by Universal Television and was created by Jenna Bans and Bill Krebs, who, along with Casey Kyber, serve as showrunners and executive producers. The pilot episode was directed by executive producer Maggie Kiley. The main cast features Melissa Fumero (Brooklyn-99), Aja Naomi King (How to Get Away With Murder), Ben Rappaport (Younger), AnnaSophia Robb (The Carrie Diaries), Alexander Hodge (Joy Ride), Nancy Travis (So I Married an Axe Murderer), Matthew Davis (The Vampire Diaries), and Felix Wolfe (Raven’s Home).
Make sure to check out Grosse Pointe Garden Society Sunday evenings on NBC, and the next day on Peacock!
