Legendary producer Norman Lear’s final project, “Clean Slate,” is set to start streaming soon, with Laverne Cox in a leading role. Cox plays Desiree, a trans woman who returns to her Alabama hometown for a visit that unexpectedly becomes permanent. Moving back in with her father, Harry, an old-school car wash owner, Desiree’s return challenges her father’s beliefs and forces him to confront his attitudes toward his estranged child.
The new comedy series will premiere on Thursday, Feb. 6, exclusively on Prime Video. “Clean Slate” also features Jay Wilkison as Mack, an employee at Harry’s car wash; D.K. Uzoukwu as Louis, Desiree’s childhood best friend; Telma Hopkins as Louis’ mother, Ella; Norah Murphy as Mack’s daughter, Opal; and Philip Garcia as Harry’s frenemy, Miguel.
Executive produced by the late Norman Lear, the series was produced by Sony Pictures Television and Amazon MGM Studios.
Prime Video subscribers can stream “Clean Slate” for free with a 30-day trial of Prime or Prime Video. The standalone streaming service is $8.99 per month, while Prime membership is $14.99 monthly or $139 annually. Additionally, Amazon offers discounted rates for subscribers aged 18 to 24 through its Prime for Young Adults program.
Prime members enjoy exclusive benefits such as fast shipping, access to special sales events, discounts on groceries, and more. The show will only be available for streaming on Prime Video, so viewers will need a subscription to watch.
In conclusion, “Clean Slate” promises to be a compelling and thought-provoking series with an all-star cast and the creative genius of Norman Lear behind it. Viewers can look forward to engaging with important themes and seeing Laverne Cox shine in this groundbreaking role.