Sitcom Pilot Template

"Sitcom Pilot Template" is a strong term for the ideas on the next page but this doc could be helpful as we develop. Moving it here so it's not lost on my old computer.

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The Series - "Catchy Show Title"
 
FRANK is
 
What actor is the lead character modeled after?
 
What traits define that character? Good and bad.
 
What was the lead’s life like before this show began? What is the status quo?
 
What big change is this show centered around?
 
What’s the unexpected difficulty that comes with that big change?
 
What conflict is created when the lead character is pitted against this new situation?
 
What is daily life like for the lead character in this new situation, where his personality doesn’t quite jive with his or her new situation?
 
How is this difficult new situation ultimately rewarding for the lead character?
 
How does this new character have a positive impact on the world they enter, or the people they interact with?
 
What is the format of this show?
 
What will drive episodes on a weekly basis?
 
What is this show about in a broader, thematic sense?
 
 
Main Characters (* indicates actor prototypes)
 
Note: Find characters in from the family, friends, neighbors or work
 
What is the actor prototype for each main character featured in this show?
 
What role does this character play in the lead’s daily life?
 
What is this character think about the unique situation of this show (re: living situation, new roommate, living in remote Alaska, etc.)?
 
What is the interesting quirk that makes this character unique?
 
 
What comedic purpose does each character fill?
 
What’s something that this character has done or does that establishes their unique comedic personality or role in the show?
 
How does each character indicate future potential story lines?
 
How do they add conflict to the show?
 
Are there any potential characters that could only exist in this world or universe? Create them if possible.
 
 
Supporting Characters
 
Note: Find characters in from the family, friends, neighbors or work
 
What is the actor prototype for each main character featured in this show?
 
What role does this character play in the lead’s daily life?
 
What is this character think about the unique situation of this show (re: living situation, new roommate, living in remote Alaska, etc.)?
 
What is the interesting quirk that makes this character unique?
 
What comedic purpose does each character fill?
 
How does each character indicate future potential story lines?
 
How do they add conflict to the show?
 
Are there any potential characters that could only exist in this world or universe? Create them if possible.
 
Locations
 
What are the three most prevalent locations in this show?
 
What happens at these locations?
 
What is the main character’s place within each of these places?