About Divorce (HBO)

"Divorce", an American television series on HBO, debuted in 2016. The series, created by Sharon Horgan, stars Sarah Jessica Parker and Thomas Haden Church as Frances and Robert, a middle-aged couple going through a long and protracted divorce. The show delves into the impact the divorce has on their lives and their two children, providing a nuanced, compassionate, and often humorous look at broken relationships and the paths to healing.

Making / Production

The show was created and written by Sharon Horgan, who employed a talented team to make this illustrative series a success. Paul Simms also joined as the showrunner. It was filmed on location in several spots in New York, reflecting a realistic mid-life crisis experienced by many couples.

Actors

• Sarah Jessica Parker as Frances - Transitioning from her iconic role in "Sex and the City", Parker plays Frances, a woman seeking a fresh start. She finely portrays her character's emotional journey through a challenging period in her life.
• Thomas Haden Church as Robert - Known for his rugged charm, Church gives a heart-touching performance as Robert, the soon-to-be ex-husband who struggles with the dissolution of his marriage.
• Molly Shannon as Diane - An Emmy Nominee, Shannon brings depth and humor to the role of Frances' high-strung friend and confidant, Diane.
• Tracy Letts as Nick - Letts plays Diane's restrained and often exasperated husband, Nick, providing many of the show's comedic moments.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The show marks Sarah Jessica Parker's return to HBO 12 years after the end of "Sex and the City".
• Thomas Haden Church decided to join the series after a long conversation with Parker about the character and its significance in the story.
• The series has been praised for its realistic portrayal of divorce, and it has also been lauded for its writing and performances.

Music, Soundtrack

• The show is known for its eclectic array of music choices, often using lesser-known tracks to underscore its most poignant moments.
• The haunting theme song, "This Feeling" by Alabama Shakes, sets the tone for the series.
• Artists such as Liza Anne, Caroline Rose, and The Rolling Stones have their music featured in the series.

Quotes

• "It's so nice to know I'm not the only one pretending to be a grown up." - Frances
• "You can't unring a bell, Frances." - Robert
• "Maybe we should get a turtle instead and if it doesn't work out we can flush it." - Lila

Awards

Sarah Jessica Parker was nominated for a Golden Globe for Best Performance by an Actress in a Television Series - Musical or Comedy in 2017.