Phony Pilot
As of May 20, 2026, Phony Pilot is a pilot that is in post-production. Four production companies are attached, including 20th Century Studios, Lisa Parasyn Casting and Stage 49. Attached are casting directors Lisa Parasyn and Jessica Kelly; showrunners Nick Paley and Anthony King; producers Sarah Esberg, Drew Goddard and 2 others; line producer Arielle Boisvert; and production manager Philip Pacaud. It was scheduled to start shooting in Vancouver, BC in October 2025. Production List last updated this listing on May 20, 2026.
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Project Summary
Set in Northern Vermont, "Phony" is a comedic coming-of-age mystery about Sonny, a teenager who wakes up after a car accident convinced his mom, Ellen—his only parent and best friend—has been replaced by an impostor. No one else sees the change, leaving Sonny to uncover the truth alone. Ellen, played by Britton, is also the principal of Sonny's high school.
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Cast & Crew
Production
| Producer | Sarah Esberg |
| Showrunner | Nick Paley |
| Showrunner | Anthony King |
| Producer | Drew Goddard |
| Producer | Charlie Alderman |
| Producer | Andrea Massaro |
| Line Producer | Arielle Boisvert |
Casting
| Casting Director | Lisa Parasyn |
| Casting Director | Jessica Kelly |
Other Crew
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Source: Production List, published by the Film & Television Industry Alliance. Cite this page as https://www.productionlist.com/production/phony-pilot (last updated May 20, 2026).