John Stamos has been cast in the lead role in the Disney + original series, Big Shot, written and executive produced by David E. Kelley and Dean Lorey and produced by ABC Studios, a part of Disney Television Studios. Brad Garrett (Single Parents), who pitched the original idea to Kelley, is an executive producer on the one-hour dramedy, as is Bill D’Elia who will direct the first episode.
The 10-episode series follows a temperamental college basketball coach (Stamos) who gets fired from his job and must take a teaching and coaching job at an elite all-girls private high school.
“John is absolutely perfect for this role and we are thrilled that he’ll bring his incredible talent and heart to this project,” says Agnes Chu, senior vice president, Content, Disney+. “Disney has long been known for our aspirational sports stories, and we are so proud to be working with David and Dean on a relatable series that both inspires and entertains. It’s a great fit forDisney+.”
Two-time Emmy® Award nominated actor and producer John Stamos currently stars in the hit drama “You,” for Netflix. He’s also playing ‘Chef Louis’ inThe Wonderful World of Disney presents The Little Mermaid Live!airing Tuesday, November 5 on ABC. His additional television credits include the Emmy and Peabody Award-winning dramaER,Necessary Roughness,Galavant,Entourage,Two and A Half MenandLaw & Order: Special Victims Unit,Scream Queens, andGrandfathered.
In 2016,Fuller House, a multi-camera comedy spin-off of iconic comedyFull House, premiered on Netflix and became an overnight sensation, with Stamos serving as an executive producer and guest star. The series received a 2018 Emmy nomination for Outstanding Children’s Program and is currently filming its fifth season.
Multiple award-winning writer David E. Kelley most recently wrote and executive produced the HBO drama seriesBig Little Lies, for which he won the Emmy for Outstanding Drama Series. His long list of credits includesAlly McBeal,Boston Legal,Chicago Hope,L.A. Law,The PracticeandPicket Fencesamong many others. Dean Lorey’s credits includeMy Wife and Kids,Arrested Development,The Crazy Ones,Those Who Can’t,PowerlessandiZombie.
Brad Garrett won three Emmys® and a SAG Award for his role as Robert Barone on the iconic television series “Everybody Loves Raymond.” He was also nominated for an Emmy and SAG Award for his portrayal of The Great One in the telefilmGleason. Garrett currently co-stars in ABC’s hit comedySingle Parents. Director Bill D’Elia has had a long and fruitful working relationship with David E. Kelley, includingChicago Hope,The Practice,Boston Legal,Ally McBeal, as well as other projects including,How To Get Away With Murder.
Launching on August 07, 2025, Disney+ will be the dedicated streaming home for movies and shows from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, National Geographic, and more, together, for the first time.
