Everything to know about Dan Levy’s new Netflix comedy ‘Big Mistakes’
Everything to know about Dan Levy’s new Netflix comedy ‘Big Mistakes’
The eight-episode family crime comedy arrives on Netflix in 2026 with Laurie Metcalf and Taylor Ortega along for the ride.
Dan Levy plus organized crime plus deeply incompetent siblings? Say no more! Netflix’s upcoming comedy series “Big Mistakes” sounds like the exact kind of chaotic energy Levy thrives in after “Schitt’s Creek.” Two incapable siblings getting blackmailed into the world of organized crime already feels like a recipe for panic, bad decisions, and very funny consequences. And with Laurie Metcalf involved, this is one comedy I’m looking forward to. Here’s everything you need to know about “Big Mistakes” before it lands on Netflix in 2026.
Everything you need to know about ‘Big Mistakes’
When does ‘Big Mistakes’ come out?
“Big Mistakes” is set to debut on Netflix in 2026. That’s all we’ve got right now. No specific month, no exact date, just the year. The series will run for eight episodes, and as soon as Netflix locks in an official premiere date, we’ll know more about how it’s rolling out. For now, 2026 is the window, and if I had to guess, it’ll be a binge drop.
Can you watch ‘Big Mistakes’ for free once it starts streaming?
Probably not. Netflix doesn’t offer a free trial anymore, so you’ll need a subscription when “Big Mistakes” drops. Plans currently start at $8 per month with ads, $18 per month ad-free, or $25 per month for the Premium tier. Once it goes live, it’ll be available to stream on whichever plan you’re on.
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Is there a trailer for ‘Big Mistakes’?
Not yet. Netflix hasn’t released a trailer for “Big Mistakes” so far, but given that it’s slated to come out this year, we could get one at any time. For now, I’m just going to have to picture Dan Levy navigating organized crime with panic in his eyes. Which, honestly, isn’t hard to imagine.
What is ‘Big Mistakes’ about?
“Big Mistakes” follows two deeply incapable siblings, played by Taylor Ortega and Dan Levy, who are blackmailed into the world of organized crime. That’s the setup, and it’s already funny. These aren’t master criminals or secret geniuses. They’re the kind of people who probably can’t return an Amazon package without spiraling. Laurie Metcalf joins the chaos as their mother, and the series leans into family dysfunction and high-stakes chaos. If “Schitt’s Creek” explored what happens when a family loses everything, this sounds like what happens when a family makes a bad decision even worse.
Who stars in ‘Big Mistakes’?
Taylor Ortega and Laurie Metcalf lead the eight-episode series, alongside Dan Levy himself. Ortega’s credits include “Welcome to Flatch,” “The Four Seasons,” and “Another Simple Favor,” while Metcalf brings serious range from projects like “Lady Bird,” “Scream 2,” “Roseanne,” and “Hacks.” That’s not a light bench.
The larger ensemble includes Jack Innanen as Max, Boran Kuzum as Yusuf, Abby Quinn as Natalie, Elizabeth Perkins as Annette, Jacob Gutierrez as Tareq, Joe Barbara as Mike, and Mark Ivanir as Ivan.
Who is making ‘Big Mistakes’?
“Big Mistakes” marks Dan Levy’s second original scripted series after the Emmy-winning “Schitt’s Creek.” He stars, serves as showrunner, and executive produces. He’s also fresh off his feature directorial debut with 2024’s “Good Grief,” so this feels like a natural next step in building his own creative lane.
The series is co-created and executive produced by Rachel Sennott, with Anne-Marie McGintee executive producing for Not a Real Production Company. It’s also the first series under Levy’s overall deal with Netflix, which makes this a pretty big moment for him and his production company.