It has been praised for its originality, vibrancy, and relevance to contemporary issues. Some of the positive reviews are:
- “A smart, funny, and empowering novel that celebrates the power of knowledge, creativity, and courage.” – Publishers Weekly
- “A delightful and inspiring read that will make you laugh out loud and cheer for Elizabeth Zott.” – Kirkus Reviews
- “A witty and charming novel that blends science, cooking, romance, and feminism in a captivating way.” – Booklist
- “A novel that will make you want to learn new things, question old assumptions, and pursue your passions.” – Library Journal
The TV Series
Plot
The TV series is an adaptation of the novel, with some changes and additions to the plot and characters.
The series will consist of eight episodes, each written by Lee Eisenberg or Elissa Karasik, and directed by Sarah Adina Smith or Bert and Bertie.
The series will follow Elizabeth Zott’s journey from being a marginalized scientist to becoming a celebrated TV personality and a catalyst for social change.
It will also explore the themes of science, cooking, romance, friendship, family, and empowerment.
Cast
The series will feature Brie Larson as Elizabeth Zott. Larson is an Academy Award winner for her role in Room (2015), and also known for her roles in Captain Marvel (2019), The Glass Castle (2017), Short Term 12 (2013), Scott Pilgrim vs. the World (2010), among others.
Larson is also an executive producer of the series. The other cast members are:
- Lewis Pullman as Calvin Evans. Pullman is known for his roles in Catch-22 (2019), Bad Times at the El Royale (2018), The Strangers: Prey at Night (2018), among others.
- Aja Naomi King as Harriet Slone. King is known for her roles in How to Get Away with Murder (2014-2020), The Birth of a Nation (2016), Four (2012), among others.
- Stephanie Koenig as Fran Frask. Koenig is known for her roles in The Fosters (2016-2018), Stitchers (2015-2017), The Gay and Wondrous Life of Caleb Gallo (2016), among others.
- Patrick Walker as Wakely. Walker is known for his roles in The Resident (2018-2020), The Hate U Give (2018), The Passage (2019), among others.
- Thomas Mann as Boryweitz. Mann is known for his roles in Me and Earl and the Dying Girl (2015), Kong: Skull Island (2017), Project X (2012), among others.
- Kevin Sussman as Walter. Sussman is known for his roles in The Big Bang Theory (2007-2019), Ugly Betty (2006-2010), Hitch (2005), among others.
- Beau Bridges as Wilson. Bridges is a Golden Globe and Emmy winner for his roles in Without Warning: The James Brady Story (1991) and The Second Civil War (1997). He is also known for his roles in The Fabulous Baker Boys (1989), The Descendants (2011), Masters of Sex (2013-2016), among others.
Release Date
The series is set to premiere on October 13, 2023, on Apple TV+ with the first two episodes. The remaining episodes will be released weekly until November 24, 2023.
