Big Bang Theory boss Chuck Lorre’s new show criticised for portrayal of Afghan character

CBS’s upcoming sitcom from The Big Bang Theory’s Chuck Lorre has received an outpouring of criticism after a new trailer was released online. The comedy giant’s midseason series, The United States of Al, has already garnered serious backlash for its casting of a non-Afghan actor in the show’s titular role. Chuck Lorre’s brand new comedy […]

Chuck Lorre’s United States of Al Draws Fire for Portrayal of Afghan Character

RELATED STORIES A new CBS sitcom from uber-producer Chuck Lorre is sparking controversy online well before it even hits air. The Big Bang Theory producer’s midseason comedy United States of Al has raised red flags for its casting of a non-Afghan actor in the titular role of Al, and for the character’s general depiction. The […]

United States of Al Trailer: First Look at Chuck Lorre’s Military Vet Comedy

RELATED STORIES Does sitcom giant Chuck Lorre have another hit on his hands? CBS aired the first trailer for United States of Al during Thursday’s Young Sheldon. Hailing from Big Bang Theory vets David Goetsch and Maria Ferrari, the new comedy focuses on the friendship between Riley (Enlisted‘s Parker Young), “a Marine combat veteran struggling to […]