Palm Royale

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Why "Palm Royale" Falls Short Despite Star-Studded Cast

1960s fashion - Allison Janney - Apple TV+ - Carol Burnett - Costume design - High society - Kristen Wiig - Palm Beach - Ricky Martin - TV series

Discover why Kristen Wiig's new Apple TV+ series fails to impress, despite a stellar lineup of Hollywood icons. Find out more here!

"Palm Royale" is the latest buzz on Apple TV+ with a star-studded cast including Kristen Wiig, Carol Burnett, Allison Janney, and Ricky Martin. Set in 1969, this satirical series delves into the world of high society and the lengths women go to for acceptance. With breathtaking costumes and sets, the show promises a visual feast but unfortunately falls short in delivering a compelling storyline that matches its impressive lineup of actors.

Director Tate Taylor shares that "Palm Royale" aims to capture the essence of the 1960s through its stunning visuals, reminiscent of photographer Slim Aarons' style. Despite the aesthetic appeal, some reviews suggest that the plot lacks depth and fails to fully utilize the talents of its renowned cast members.

In a unique collaboration, the show's costume designer, Alix Friedberg, teams up with TheRealReal for an edit inspired by the series, offering fans a chance to shop for vintage designer pieces featured on the show. Additionally, Leslie Bibb's standout performance in the premiere episodes has garnered praise, hinting at a potential breakout star in the making.

Despite high expectations, "Palm Royale" has received mixed reviews, with some viewers expressing disappointment in the series' overall execution. While the show showcases iconic Palm Beach fashion and explores themes of high society, it may not have fully lived up to the hype surrounding its release.

Did you know that Carol Burnett, Kristen Wiig, and Allison Janney attended the star-studded premiere of "Palm Royale" on March 14th, creating a buzz around the show's launch? Additionally, the filming locations for the fictional Palm Beach setting were actually shot in California, adding a touch of Hollywood magic to the series.

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'Palm Royale' does a little with a lot (The Washington Post)

It stars Kristen Wiig, Carol Burnett, Allison Janney and even Ricky Martin, but “Palm Royale” is less than the sum of its parts.

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Why isn't Kristen Wiig's star-studded Apple TV+ show 'Palm Royale ... (USA TODAY)

Even with a stacked cast (Kristen Wiig, Carol Burnett, Ricky Martin, Laura Dern) and gorgeous costumes and sets, "Palm Royale" falls flat.

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'Palm Royale' features Carol Burnett, Kristen Wiig, Allison Janney ... (ABC News)

The new Apple TV+ series “Palm Royale" set in 1969 takes a satirical look at the lengths a woman takes for acceptance into high society.

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Palm Royale Show: Director Tate Taylor on Carol Burnett, Slim Aarons (IndieWire)

Palm Royale, the new show on Apple TV+, looks like a photograph of Slim Aarons. According to director of the pilot Tate Taylor, that was by design.

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Palm Royale Review: Kristen Wiig's Apple TV+ Series Skewers ... (Bloomberg)

Apple's New TV Show Pits Palm Beach Society Against the Arrivistes ... Kristen Wiig breaks through the upper crust in Palm Royale. Allison Janney as Evelyn ...

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'Palm Royale' puts iconic Palm Beach fashion on full display (WPTV.com)

High fashion and high society will be represented, though fictitiously, on a new Apple TV+ series called "Palm Royale," set in 1960s Palm Beach.

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Palm Royale x TheRealReal Edit: Shop Online (Variety)

Palm Royale costume designer Alix Friedberg partnered with The RealReal for an edit inspired by the show, full of vintage designer pieces.

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'Palm Royale' Recap: Leslie Bibb Steals the Show From Kristen Wiig (Daily Beast)

The Apple TV+ show's three-episode premiere has one major takeaway: This iconic character actress is its MVP.

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'Palm Royale' Cast on the Joys of Working With Carol Burnett (Variety)

Kristen Wiig, Carol Burnett, Allison Janney and more cast members attended the "Palm Royale" premiere on March 14.

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'Palm Royale' Is A Big Disappointment (HuffPost)

The new series is full of big names like Kristen Wiig and was expected to be the spring's prestige TV show.

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Palm Royale: Everything We Know About the Filming Locations So Far (HouseBeautiful.com)

The country club in 'Palm Royale' is fictional. While set in Palm Beach, Florida, the Apple TV+ series was mainly filmed at locations in California.

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Here's When New Episodes of Palm Royale Drop (TownandCountrymag.com)

Kristen Wiig stars in this new show set in Palm Beach high society.

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'Palm Royale': How to Watch Ricky Martin's New Comedy Miniseries ... (Billboard)

You can stream 'Palm Royale' online at home now starring Kristen Wiig, Ricky Martin, Laura Dern and Carol Burnett.

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Three Real Florida Society Scandals in Honor of Palm Royale (Vanity Fair)

Though Apple TV+'s new show starring Kristen Wiig is based on a novel, Miami and Palm Beach have hosted enough salacious society scandals to fill another ...

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On Location: 'Palm Royale' Is a Fabulously Nostalgic Depiction of ... (Condé Nast Traveler)

Palm Royale was created by Abe Sylvia who consciously tried to replicate the “romance of Slim Aarons' photography in Palm Beach, but also the gallivanting ...

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'Palm Royale' Recap, Episodes 1-3: Palm Beach in 1969 (Vulture)

Palm Royale finds a unique sweet spot between Big Little Lies and Barb and Star Go to Vista Del Mar. Read more in Vulture's recap.

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'Palm Royale' Creators On Why Show Is Different From The Book (Today.com)

“Palm Royale” debuted its first three episodes on March 20 on Apple TV+. The 10-episode comedy follows former beauty pageant queen Maxine Simmons (Kristen Wiig) ...

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Everyone in Palm Royale Wears High Fashion—Except Kaia Gerber (HarpersBAZAAR.com)

Costume designer Alix Friedberg details how her team re-created vibrant '60s fashion for the TV screen.

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'Palm Royale' features Carol Burnett, Kristen Wiig, Allison Janney ... (Okotoks Today)

How do you get comedy legend Carol Burnett to sign on to your TV show when her character spends multiple episodes in a coma? That was a task for Abe Sylvia, ...

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Always Great: Leslie Bibb's Patient, Bumpy Road to 'Palm Royale ... (Vanity Fair)

The scene-stealer of Kristen Wiig's hot new show reflects on a career of many ups and downs—in the midst of perhaps her most exciting run of roles yet.

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