Kal Penn-Led Comedy Gets Pilot Order at NBC

Variety reports that a Kal Penn-led pilot from executive producer Michael Schur has received an order from NBC.

Penn co-wrote the untitled project with Matt Murray. It follows former New York City Councilman Garrett Shah (Penn), who finds his calling when faced with six recent immigrants in need of his help and IN SEARCH OF the American Dream.

Penn's most recently starred on TV in "Designated Survivor," which was revived by Netflix after being canceled on NBC. He is best known for the "Harold & Kumar" comedy film franchise, as well his time on the FOX hit "House." He also worked as the White House Associate Director of Public Engagement under Barack Obama.

Murray and Schur have collaborated frequently in the past; Murray has written on "Parks and Recreation," "Brooklyn Nine-Nine," and "The Good Place." His other credits include "Saturday Night Live," "Community," and "The Cleveland Show."

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