John Stamos is set to star in a new Disney+ original series called Big Shot. The ten-episode series will follow “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.“
The series was written and executive produced by David E. Kelley (Ally McBeal, Big Little Lies, Mr. Mercedes) and Dean Lorey (Powerless) and is being developed at ABC Studios. The series is based on an original idea the was pitched by Brad Garrett (Single Parents).
Agnes Chu, senior vice president, Content, Disney+ said in a statement:
“John is absolutely perfect for this role and we are thrilled that he’ll bring his incredible talent and heart to this project. 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 for Disney+.”
This seems like a perfect series project for John Stamos to be a part of. It’s not hard at all to see him fill the role of a character like this. He currently stars in the hit Netflix drama You. He’s also playing Chef Louis in The Wonderful World of Disney presents The Little Mermaid Live! which is airing Tuesday, November 5 on ABC.