James R | On 18, May 2022

Physical returns to Apple TV+ for Season 2 this June, and a new trailer gives us a closer glimpse at what’s in store.

The dark comedy, starring Rose Byrne and created by Annie Weisman, is set in 1980s San Diego, where Sheila Rubin (Byrne), a quietly tortured, seemingly dutiful housewife is battling personal demons relating to her self-image – that is, until she finds an unlikely release through the world of aerobics. The 10-episode Season 2 finds Sheila having successfully launched her first fitness video only to encounter some new and bigger obstacles on her path. She is torn between loyalty to her husband (Rory Scovel), and the values he represents, and a dangerous attraction to someone else. And since she’s no longer the only game in town, she finds herself having to outrun some fierce new competitors.

Joining Dierdre Friel, Della Saba, Lou Taylor Pucci and Paul Sparks for Season 2 is new addition Murray Bartlett (The White Lotus) as Vincent “Vinnie” Green, a charismatic fitness instructor, weight-loss guru and pioneer of the late-night infomercial.

The series premieres on 3rd June, with one episode arriving weekly.

 

First look: Physical returns to Apple TV+ this June

6th April 2022

Physical will return to Apple TV+ this June, and new images give us a first look at Season 2.

The dark comedy, starring Rose Byrne and created by Annie Weisman, is set in the idyllic but fragile beach paradise of sunny 1980s San Diego. It follows Sheila Rubin (Byrne), a quietly tortured, seemingly dutiful housewife supporting her smart but controversial husband’s bid for state assembly. But behind closed doors, Sheila has her own darkly funny take on life she rarely lets the world see. She’s also battling a complex set of personal demons relating to her self-image… that is, until she finds release through the unlikeliest source: the world of aerobics.

Season 2 finds Sheila having successfully launched her first fitness video only to encounter some new and bigger obstacles on her path. She is torn between loyalty to her husband (Rory Scovel), and the values he represents, and a dangerous attraction to someone else. And since she’s no longer the only game in town, she finds herself having to outrun some fierce new competitors on the road to building a full-fledged fitness empire.

In addition to Byrne, Physical stars Scovel, Dierdre Friel, Della Saba, Lou Taylor Pucci and Paul Sparks. Joining the ensemble for Season 2 is The White Lotus star Murray Bartlett in the new role of Vincent “Vinnie” Green, a charismatic fitness instructor, weight-loss guru, and pioneer of the late-night infomercial.

You can see him n action on 3rd June, when the 10-episode second season premieres on Apple TV+, with one episode arriving each week.

 

Apple TV+ renews Physical for Season 2

6th August 2021

Apple TV+ has renewed Physical for a second season.

The comedy-drama, starring Rose Byrne and created by Annie Weisman, is set in the idyllic but fragile beach paradise of sunny 1980s San Diego. It follows Sheila Rubin (Byrne), a quietly tortured, seemingly dutiful housewife supporting her smart but controversial husband’s bid for state assembly. But behind closed doors, Sheila has her own darkly funny take on life she rarely lets the world see. She’s also battling a complex set of personal demons relating to her self-image… that is, until she finds release through the unlikeliest source: the world of aerobics.

At first hooked on the exercise itself, Sheila’s real road to empowerment comes when she discovers a way to merge this newfound passion with the burgeoning technology of videotape to start a revolutionary business. The series tracks her epic journey from a stifled, overlooked enabler to a powerful, confident economic force, as Sheila transforms into someone we take for granted today (but was entirely radical at the time) – the female lifestyle guru.

In addition to Byrne, Physical stars Rory Scovel, Dierdre Friel, Della Saba, Lou Taylor Pucci, Paul Sparks, Ashley Liao and Geoffrey Arend.

Now, as the first season reaches its finale this weekend, Apple has confirmed that Byrne and co will be back for Season 2, after Sheila entertains an intriguing proposition and Bunny’s finances and Tyler’s health come to a head.

“We couldn’t be more proud to showcase Annie Weisman’s singular take on this darkly funny, heartbreaking and bold story,” said Michelle Lee, director of Domestic Programming, Apple TV+. “And then we got to watch Rose Byrne inhabit this incredible, multi-layered character, giving us an unforgettable tour de force performance. We have been thrilled to see audiences around the world fall in love and feel seen by this show and we can’t wait for everyone to experience the next chapter in Sheila’s journey towards personal empowerment.”

Physical is produced for Apple TV+ by Tomorrow Studios (an ITV Studios partnership). Created, written and executive produced by Weisman, who also serves as showrunner, Physical is directed by Craig Gillespie and Stephanie Laing, who also serve as executive producers along with Marty Adelstein and Becky Clements for Tomorrow Studios, Alexandra Cunningham, John McNamara, Sera Gamble and Byrne.

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