Dan Levy is back, and this time, the stakes are higher than a Rose Apothecary candle.
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Netflix has finally pulled back the curtain on “Big Mistakes,” the highly anticipated crime comedy from Emmy winner Dan Levy.
From a viral “stolen” necklace stunt to a star-studded cast including Laurie Metcalf, here is why this April 9 release is already breaking the internet.
After months of calculated silence, Netflix confirmed today that Dan Levy’s latest brainchild, Big Mistakes, will officially premiere on April 9, 2026.
The announcement wasn’t just a press release; it was a masterclass in guerrilla marketing.
The Heist Before the Show
The road to the trailer was paved with mystery. Earlier this week, a cryptic billboard on Sunset Boulevard featuring a diamond-encrusted “4.9.26” necklace sent fans into a frenzy.
In a meta-move reflecting the show’s heist theme, Netflix’s social channels later posted an AR clip of the necklace being “snatched.”
By the time cast members like Taylor Ortega and Abby Quinn posted selfies wearing the “stolen” loot, the stage was set for what is arguably Netflix’s boldest comedy launch of the year.
A New Breed of ‘Incapable’ Heroes
Unlike the heartwarming growth of the Rose family in Schitt’s Creek, Big Mistakes dives into the chaotic, gritty world of organized crime—but with a clumsy twist.
Levy stars as Nicky, who alongside his sister Morgan (Ortega), finds himself “failing upwards” into a dangerous criminal underworld after a botched attempt to help their dying grandmother.
The series marks a major milestone in Levy’s multi-year overall deal with the streamer. While his 2023 directorial debut Good Grief explored the nuances of loss, Big Mistakes signals a return to the sharp, high-stakes ensemble comedy that made Levy a household name.
Why It’s a Must-Watch for April
With Laurie Metcalf and Elizabeth Perkins rounding out a powerhouse cast, the series isn’t just relying on Levy’s star power. Under the guidance of showrunners Levy and Rachel Sennott, the show promises a blend of dark humor and “accidental” success that feels fresh in a crowded streaming landscape.
As the trailer suggests, Nicky and Morgan are “deeply incapable” siblings. But in the world of Netflix comedies, sometimes being the worst at your job makes for the best television.
