D’Arcy Carden has landed a role in the upcoming Peacock drama series “The Five-Star Weekend” as a series regular. She will be portraying the character Brooke Kirtley, joining a star-studded cast that includes Jennifer Garner, Regina Hall, Chloë Sevigny, and Gemma Chan.
The show’s official synopsis sets the stage for the drama that will unfold, stating, “Hollis Shaw (Garner), a renowned food influencer known for her delectable recipes, impeccable taste, and warm personality, experiences a tragic loss. Struggling to move forward, the death begins to reveal the cracks in Hollis’s seemingly perfect life — her strained marriage, complex relationship with her daughter, and increasing need for validation from her followers. In an attempt to overcome grief and rediscover herself, Hollis decides to host a weekend getaway at her Nantucket home with three friends from different phases of her life: her childhood, her twenties, thirties, and a surprise fifth star. Against the backdrop of luxury and the coast, they will undergo profound personal growth as boundaries are tested and secrets are revealed.”
Carden is most recognized for her role as Janet in the hit series “The Good Place,” which aired on NBC for four seasons from 2016 to 2020. She also appeared as Natalie Greer in “Barry” from 2018 to 2023, and as Greta Gill in the 2022 adaptation of “A League of Their Own.” Additionally, she had a recurring role as Gemma in “Broad City” from 2014 to 2019.
“The Five-Star Weekend” was created by Bekah Brunstetter, who co-writes the series with Beth Schacter. The show is executive produced by Sue Naegle, Ali Krug for Dinner Party Productions, Elin Hilderbrand, and Jennifer Garner. Universal Content Productions serves as the studio behind the production.
Fans of D’Arcy Carden and the rest of the talented cast can look forward to the premiere of “The Five-Star Weekend” on Peacock, where they will witness a story filled with intrigue, emotions, and unexpected twists. Stay tuned for more updates and behind-the-scenes insights as the series unfolds.
