As we journey further into 2025, it’s remarkable to look on the rich history of television, and to appreciate the creative minds that have shaped our favorite shows. While some of these series have concluded, others continue to thrive, captivating audiences worldwide. This post revisits “The Writers’ Room,” a series presented by Sundance Channel and Entertainment Weekly in 2013, that offered viewers an intimate look into the creative processes behind iconic shows such as “Breaking Bad”, “Dexter”, “Game of Thrones”, ” Horror Story”, “Parks and Recreation”, and “New Girl”. Read on to delve deep into the world of TV’s creative masterminds, and gain insight into their smartest choices, toughest decisions, and biggest mistakes.
The Writers’ Room: An Introduction
Hosted by Academy -winning screenwriter, comedian, and actor Jim Rash, “The Writers’ Room” spotlighted an array of scripted television shows – from pioneering cable dramas to critically acclaimed and popular network sitcoms. The roundtable talk show delved deep into the world of TV’s creative masterminds, divulging inside details about their smartest choices, toughest decisions, and biggest mistakes.
The Vision Behind The Series
Television inspires communities of passionate and vocal fans who crave new information about their favorite shows. “The Writers’ Room” sought to satiate this desire, with Sundance Channel and Entertainment Weekly at the helm of the production. Jim Rash, a multi-talented creative both behind and in front of the camera, was the perfect host, intimately understanding the unique highs and lows of a a writer.
Insights from The Creative Teams
As a writer and fan, Rash was honored to sit down with colleagues whose work he respected and admired, to discuss shows that had a tremendous impact on pop culture. The series provided audiences with a behind-the-scenes look at how these genius programs came to life.
Panelists from Iconic Shows
The series featured panelists from various iconic shows such as ” Horror Story”, “Breaking Bad”, “Dexter”, “Game of Thrones”, “New Girl” and “Parks and Recreation”. Each panel consisted of key members from the creative teams, including showrunners, producers, writers, and cast members. Additionally, each panel discussion was accompanied by a featured expert from Entertainment Weekly.
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