Amy Sedaris Joins Apple TV Comedy 'Protective Custody'

Amy Sedaris has joined the cast of Apple TV's comedy series 'Protective Custody' alongside Ben Stiller and Benicio Del Toro. The show follows a disgraced financier accused of massive fraud who must navigate prison politics while awaiting trial.

The series is co-written, co-showrun, and executive produced by Mike Judge, Steve Hely, and Dave King. Ben Stiller will also executive produce via Red Hour, with John Lesher of Red Hour, Ben Silverman, Howard Owens, and Rodney Ferrell of Propagate Content, and Michael Rotenberg and Oly Obst of 3 Arts Entertainment serving as executive producers. Nanette Burstein is also an executive producer of the series.

Amy Sedaris is a comedic multi-hyphenate known for her work on truTV's Emmy-nominated 'At Home with Amy Sedaris' and the cult hit comedy 'Strangers with Candy'. She has recently appeared in projects like 'Doctor Odyssey', 'Elsbeth', and the Netflix rom-com 'Office Romance'. Sedaris is represented by CAA and attorney James Adams.

## What happens next The series is set to be produced by Apple Studios, with Mike Judge also attached to direct. While the role of Amy Sedaris in the series has not been disclosed, her addition to the cast alongside Ben Stiller and Benicio Del Toro is expected to bring a new dynamic to the show.

## Why it matters The addition of Amy Sedaris to the cast of 'Protective Custody' is a significant development for the Apple TV series. With a talented cast and experienced producers, the show has the potential to be a major hit for the streaming platform. The series' premise, which explores the consequences of massive fraud and the complexities of prison politics, is also likely to resonate with audiences.

The show's production team, which includes Mike Judge, Steve Hely, and Dave King, has a proven track record of creating successful comedy series. With the addition of Amy Sedaris to the cast, 'Protective Custody' is shaping up to be a must-watch series for fans of comedy and drama.