A Daring Heist Kicks Off the Hype (Image Credits: Cdn01.justjared.com)
Netflix released the first trailer for Big Mistakes, the upcoming crime comedy from Emmy winner Dan Levy, teasing a wild tale of family dysfunction and organized crime chaos.[1][2]
A Daring Heist Kicks Off the Hype
The trailer’s debut capped a clever promotional stunt on Los Angeles’ Sunset Boulevard. A billboard displayed a sparkling diamond necklace spelling out “4.9.26,” hinting at the premiere date. Netflix then shared an augmented-reality video capturing the necklace’s apparent theft.[2]
Selfies from cast members soon surfaced, revealing them as the playful culprits. Dan Levy, Taylor Ortega, Laurie Metcalf, Abby Quinn, Boran Kuzum, and Jack Innanen posed with the jewels. The necklace returned intact, unveiling the April 9, 2026, launch for the eight-episode series. This marketing mirrored the story’s central theft gone awry.
Siblings Plunge into Perilous Blunders
At the heart of Big Mistakes lie Nicky and Morgan, two profoundly inept siblings whose lives unravel after a botched necklace theft. Intended as a gift for their dying grandmother, the crime draws them into a blackmail scheme by an organized crime family.[1][3]
Dan Levy portrays Nicky, a pastor moonlighting as a jewel thief, while Taylor Ortega plays his sister Morgan. Forced into risky jobs, the pair stumbles through failures that propel them deeper into danger. Their clumsy mishaps form the core of this family crime comedy. The trailer highlights their escalating panic and comedic disasters.
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Ensemble Cast Fuels the Family Drama
Laurie Metcalf joins as the siblings’ mother, adding layers to the chaotic household. Supporting players include Abby Quinn as Natalie, Jack Innanen as Max, Boran Kuzum as Yusuf, Elizabeth Perkins as Annette, Mark Ivanir as Ivan, Jacob Gutierrez as Tare, Joe Barbara as Mike, and others like Ilia Volok and Darren Goldstein.[4]
This talented lineup promises sharp interplay amid the crime caper. Levy praised the group, noting his thrill at working with Metcalf. Ortega’s breakout role positions her for stardom, per Levy’s comments. The dynamic promises laughs rooted in relatable family tensions amplified by criminal stakes.
- Dan Levy as Nicky: Pastor and reluctant thief
- Taylor Ortega as Morgan: Inept partner in crime
- Laurie Metcalf: Family matriarch
- Abby Quinn, Jack Innanen, Boran Kuzum: Key allies and foes
- Elizabeth Perkins, Mark Ivanir: Crime world figures
Levy Crafts His Next Emmy Contender
Dan Levy created Big Mistakes alongside Rachel Sennott, who also executive produces. As showrunner, Levy directs under his Not a Real Production Company banner. This marks his first series from a Netflix overall deal and follows the success of Schitt’s Creek.[1]
Executive producers include Anne-Marie McGintee, Dean Holland, Etan Frankel, and Timothy Greenberg. Levy expressed excitement: “I’m so excited to be bringing this truly chaotic family story to life with Netflix. I’m thrilled with the team we’re building both behind the scenes and in front of the camera. Taylor Ortega is going to become a household name, and it’s been my life’s mission to get to call Laurie Metcalf ‘mother.’ Looking forward to getting to share this with everyone.”[1] The trailer’s release builds anticipation for Levy’s blend of humor and tension.
Viewers can expect a fresh take on crime comedies, where incompetence reigns supreme. As the siblings navigate their “big mistakes,” the series underscores how small errors snowball into epic fallout.
Key Takeaways
- Premieres April 9, 2026, with eight episodes on Netflix.
- Centers on a necklace theft spiraling into organized crime blackmail.
- Dan Levy stars, creates, and showruns alongside Rachel Sennott.
Big Mistakes arrives just in time for spring viewing, promising Levy’s signature wit in a high-stakes package. Will Nicky and Morgan escape their mess? What do you think of the trailer? Tell us in the comments.
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