What are the key highlights of Netflix’s FYSEE LA event? How will the festival support local businesses affected by wildfires? Which Netflix stars are scheduled to appear at the event? What are the specific dates and locations for the FYSEE LA activities? How does the collaboration with Deadline enhance the festival experience?
Netflix’s FYSEE is on the move. Looking to spotlight Los Angeles, which is still recovering from the devastating wildfires, the annual FYC showcase of the streamer’s top Emmy contenders will take place at various locations throughout the city from Saturday, May 17 to Monday, June 2. Festival events for FYSEE: LA will be held at theaters and other landmarks in Santa Monica, Hollywood, Pasadena, Eagle Rock, The Valley, South Central and beyond.
Adolescence, Squid Game, Nobody Wants This, Black Mirror, The Four Seasons, Simone Biles Rising, Arcane and The Diplomat are among Netflix’s live-action and animated series and documentaries spotlighted with panel and other events.
Emmy winner John Mulaney, who anchors the opening night with a presentation for his Everybody’s Live, recorded a FYSEE: LA announcement video on the set of his talk show, which you can watch below.
Other Netflix stars slated to appear at FYSEE LA throughout the festival include Kristen Bell, Simone Biles, Adam Brody, Ted Danson, Tina Fey, Paul Giamatti, Jamie Foxx, Kate Hudson, Allison Janney, Rashida Jones, Mindy Kaling, Nick Kroll, Lee Jung-jae, Aaron Pierre, Keri Russell, Tracee Ellis Ross, and Sarah Silverman. The lineup also includes a live recording of The World’s First Podcast hosted by Nobody Wants This executive producers Erin and Sara Foster.
Throughout FYSEE LA, Netflix will support local businesses impacted by the wildfires by highlighting restaurants, coffee shops, and florists during the festival. A “Made in LA” event will feature series filmed in Los Angeles, including Forever, A Man on the Inside, Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story, Nobody Wants This, and Running Point.
Deadline is FYSEE: LA’s media partner. The collaboration will include a live taping of Pete Hammond’s Actor’s Side with Ted Danson, an artisans conversation moderated by Peter White, Scott Shilstone hosting Deadline On the Go social media coverage, and a Deadline Portrait Studio.
Below is a list of the FYSEE LA highlights. Detailed schedule of events can be found here.
TV ACADEMY OFFICIAL FYC EVENTS
BLACK MIRROR (May 17) – Kick off FYSEE LA with a series of special afternoon conversations with the casts and creative teams behind “Eulogy,” “Common People,” and the first Black Mirror sequel “USS Callister: Into Infinity” at the Television Academy Saban Media Center Wolf Theater.
EVERYBODY’S LIVE WITH JOHN MULANEY (May 17) – The laughs continue on opening night, as Emmy Award-winning comedian John Mulaney anchors an evening celebrating the critically-acclaimed talk series at The Egyptian Theater in Hollywood.
THE DIPLOMAT (May 18) – Celebrate the sophomore season of the acclaimed drama series with a special event at The Huntington Library in Pasadena with creator Debora Cahn, Keri Russell, Allison Janney, and the incredible cast and creatives.
A NETFLIX DOCUMENTARY SPOTLIGHT (May 18) – Go behind the scenes with the year’s most impactful documentaries. Join the teams from Will & Harper, Gone Girls: The Long Island Serial Killer, Bad Influence: The Dark Side of Kidfluencing, and more at Netflix’s Tudum Theater.
THE FOUR SEASONS (May 19) – Join Tina Fey, Will Forte, and the cast and creative team of The Four Seasons for an evening of laughs at the Aero Theater in Santa Monica, followed by an oceanside reception.
A MAN ON THE INSIDE (May 21) – Ted Danson, Mike Schur, and the cast of the heartwarming series will participate in a conversation at the Motion Picture & Television Fund in Woodland Hills.
BIG MOUTH (May 22) – Expect big laughs, big feels, and probably a few awkward moments as Nick Kroll and the Big Mouth cast and creators gather at the iconic Egyptian Theatre for a special premiere celebrating the show’s eighth and final season.
ADOLESCENCE (May 27) – Stephen Graham, Owen Cooper, the cast and artisans of Adolescence come together to discuss the vitally important, critically acclaimed limited series at the Wolf Theatre at the Saban Media Center.
SQUID GAME (May 30) – Relive the drama and let the new games begin with a special evening featuring Director Hwang, Lee Jung-jae, Lee Byung-hun, and the rest of the cast and artisans who brought the global phenomenon to life at The Egyptian Theater.
RUNNING POINT (May 30, in partnership with Warner Bros. Television) – Cheer on Running Point’s Kate Hudson, Mindy Kaling, Ike Barinholtz, David Stassen, Jeanie Buss, and the cast and producers for a screening and conversation at the Los Angeles Lakers’ UCLA Health Training Center in El Segundo.
NOBODY WANTS THIS (June 1) – Fall in love all over again and hang out with your favorite Nobody Wants This cast at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures and Sciences. Join Kristen Bell, Adam Brody, Justine Lupe, Timothy Simons, and Jackie Tohn for a special live podcast taping of The World’s First Podcast, hosted by creator/executive producer/writer Erin Foster and executive producer Sara Foster.
SIMONE BILES RISING (June 2) – Join Olympic Gold Medalist Simone Biles on closing night of FYSEE LA on Monday, June 2, for an intimate conversation with director Katie Walsh to discuss the award-winning docu-series at The Hollywood Athletic Club. The Closing Ceremonies of FYSEE LA will feature a special performance by a local gymnastics group.
MULTI-TITLE EVENTS
FYSEE LA will partner with Netflix is a Joke Festival for an all-star night of comedy on Thursday, May 29, at The Comedy Store in Hollywood. The event will include stand-up comedy sets, a live panel conversation with Mike Birbiglia, Michelle Buteau, Andrew Schulz, Tom Segura, and Sarah Silverman, followed by a marquee conversation with Jamie Foxx moderated by Corinne Foxx.
FYSEE LA: HQ AND FYSEE LA: CRAFT CENTRAL
The FYSEE LA HQ at Netflix’s Tudum Theater will be the ultimate destination for voters to keep up with all the exciting events happening all around town for FYSEE LA, plus photo opps, collectible giveaways, and special marathon screenings of your favorite series.
Netflix will also transform its Roma Theater in Hollywood into a dedicated FYSEE LA: Craft Central hub designed to take voters behind the scenes of the shows they love. Curated events will include conversations with artisans and custom displays featuring iconic costumes, wigs, props, and much more from American Primeval, Bridgerton, Emily in Paris, The Residence, and others.
EVENTS IN PARTNERSHIP WITH DEADLINE
TED DANSON | THE ACTOR’S SIDE LIVE
Date: Thursday, May 29
Location: Netflix Home Theater
Details: Pete Hammond sits down with award-winning actor Ted Danson for a live, in-depth conversation for Deadline’s The Actor’s Side on his role in the critically acclaimed Netflix comedy series, A Man on the Inside, storied acting career, and creative process.
CRAFTING LA: THE CITY YOU LOVE ONSCREEN
Date: Wednesday, May 21
Location: Netflix Roma Theater (FYSEE LA: Craft Central)
Peter White, Deadline’s executive editor of television, will lead a conversation with the artisans behind FOREVER, Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story, Nobody Wants This about how they crafted Los Angeles, the city you love, for the screen.
DEADLINE ON THE GO AT NETFLIX FYSEE LA FEST
Deadline’s social correspondent Scott Shilstone will be on the ground during Netflix’s FYSEE LA Fest covering all the hottest talent and events, including the critically acclaimed limited series Adolescence, global juggernaut Squid Game, and beloved comedy series Nobody Wants This.
DEADLINE PORTRAIT STUDIO
Deadline will be the official trade portrait studio covering Netflix’s FYSEE LA and capturing the behind the scenes with some of Emmy season’s hottest talent and showrunners.
The Emmy Festival: A Celebration of Television Excellence in Los Angeles
Every year, Los Angeles transforms into a vibrant hub of innovation and creativity as it plays host to the Emmy Festival, a multifaceted celebration dedicated to honoring and promoting excellence in the television industry. This prestigious event attracts professionals from all corners of the entertainment world—including actors, producers, directors, and writers—while also engaging fans and the general public in a rich tapestry of activities, discussions, and screenings. With its multicultural backdrop and diverse programming, the Emmy Festival is not just an awards ceremony; it is a feast for the senses and a showcase of storytelling in its many forms.
Hub of Creativity
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The Future of Television
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In a world that increasingly craves authentic narratives, the Emmy Festival stands as a testament to the art of television—one that celebrates artistic excellence while also seeking to uplift and include diverse voices. The festival’s blend of entertainment, education, and community engagement makes it a hallmark event for those passionate about the television industry. As it continues to evolve in response to changing cycles in media and storytelling, the Emmy Festival remains a critical touchstone for all those who love television.
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