Introduction to NBC's "Stumble"
When Jeff and Liz Astrof decided to adapt Netflix's "Cheer" into a comedy series, they knew Monica Aldama, the cheer coach, was essential. This character is central to the story.
Celebration of Cheer
NBC’s new primetime comedy "Stumble" is both a tribute to cheer and an homage to the Netflix documentary series "Cheer.". The series showcases the high-flying stunts, squad drama, unique uniforms, and makeup that made cheerleading a cultural phenomenon.
Inspiration from "Cheer"
“It’s a love letter to cheer. Or should that be ‘Cheer,’ the hit Netflix docuseries that made a sport with diverse backgrounds, athletic prowess, and competition a cultural icon?”
Connection to Navarro College
Like many in America, the Astrof siblings became captivated by Navarro College's champion cheerleaders and their no-nonsense coach, Monica Aldama. Greg Whiteley's two-season series, released in 2020, highlighted the sport's athleticism, competitiveness, and diverse social, economic, and racial backgrounds of the cheerleaders.
Jeff's Inspiration
“I watched the documentary at Liz’s insistence and was hooked. I thought, ‘We should create a show where Monica visits the worst college in America, called ‘Stumble,’”
Development of "Stumble"
The idea simmered before finally gaining momentum, aiming to blend humor with the inspiring story of cheerleading's physical and cultural significance.
Авторское резюме: "Stumble" — это комедийный сериал, вдохновленный успехом "Cheer", с фокусом на уникальные истории колледжских чирлидеров и коуча, подчеркнутые поклонниками и культурным значением спорта.