{
  "id": 18354987,
  "title": "Apple TV unveils return of hit comedy from Ted Lasso, Shrinking creator",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/05/apple-tv-unveils-return-of-hit-comedy-from-ted-lasso-shrinking-creator",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-11-05T18:23:55.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "9to5Mac",
    "slug": "9to5mac",
    "url": "https://9to5mac.com/2026/11/05/apple-tv-unveils-return-of-hit-comedy-from-ted-lasso-shrinking-creator/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Apple TV will bring back the hit comedy Bad Monkey, created by the man behind Ted Lasso and Shrinking, with a brand new season. The trailer for the upcoming season two has just been released. Bill Lawrence, who co-created the three acclaimed comedies, is behind Bad Monkey, which is perhaps the least-known of the three. It's a great time to catch up on Bad Monkey, as season 2 begins airing on December 2 with a single episode, followed by weekly releases through February 3.\n\nThe plot revolves around Andrew Yancy, played by Vince Vaughn, who witnesses the murder of Florida's finest fixer. He's paired with a strict forensic accountant to solve the case, leading him into a turf war between rival criminal organizations. Yancy encounters various Florida oddballs, including a smart mob boss, his unstable son, and a tough young woman who becomes his protector. He also deals with his aging father, unspoken romantic feelings for Dr. Rosa Campesino, who investigates a mysterious rash, and a flamboyant animal relocation specialist whose business endangers the local environment.\n\nThe return of Bad Monkey also sees the addition of John Malkovich as a Miami mob boss opposing Yancy. Season 1 of Bad Monkey is currently available to watch on Apple TV. Fans of the show can share their thoughts and whether they plan to watch season 2 in the comments section. Apple TV is priced at $14.99 per month, or it can be purchased at a discount as part of the Apple One bundle. For more Apple news, check out 9to5Mac on YouTube.",
  "summary": "Bad Monkey , an Apple TV comedy from the creator of Ted Lasso and Shrinking, returns soon for a new season. Here’s the just-released trailer for Bad Monkey season 2. more…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}