Veep: The Complete Series [DVD] [2012] [2019]

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Louis-Dreyfus' performance won her six consecutive Primetime Emmy Awards, three Screen Actors Guild Awards, two Critics' Choice Television Awards, a Television Critics Association Award, and five consecutive Golden Globe nominations. For his portrayal of Selina's personal aide, Gary, Tony Hale received six consecutive Emmy nominations for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series, winning in 2013 and 2015. Other members of the cast who received Emmy nominations include Anna Chlumsky (six nominations), Gary Cole (one nomination), Matt Walsh (two nominations), Martin Mull (one nomination), Hugh Laurie (one nomination), and Peter MacNicol (one nomination). Heil, Emily (March 1, 2016). " 'Veep' is filming in Washington, and it's a homecoming for Julia Louis-Dreyfus". The Washington Post. Archived from the original on March 4, 2016 . Retrieved March 18, 2016. Meyer frequently finds herself relegated and ignored by Hughes, who is never depicted on-screen at the outset of the series. In the second season, Meyer comes to accrue some power and influence and, by the end of the season, is actively considering challenging Hughes for their party's nomination in the 2016 election. This becomes a moot point when Hughes abruptly resigns due to his wife's poor mental health and Meyer becomes president. Meyer begins her presidential campaign at the end of the third season. The fourth season finds her adjusting to her new role while continuing her presidential campaign, both of which are undermined by a series of scandals. The election results in a tie between Meyer and challenger Bill O'Brien ( Brad Leland), leading to a contingent election in the House of Representatives during the fifth season to decide the next president after a recount in Nevada fails to alter the election's outcome. The House vote ends in a tie, meaning that when the Senate votes to elect the vice president the winner will be the next president. The Senate vote also ends in a tie; Meyer's disgruntled Vice President Andrew Doyle ( Phil Reeves), who did not run for a full term, casts the tiebreaking vote for O'Brien's running mate Laura Montez ( Andrea Savage) instead of Meyer's running mate Tom James ( Hugh Laurie), leading to Montez becoming president. The sixth season follows Meyer out of office for the first time in the series, as she attempts to ensure her legacy by authoring a memoir, setting up a foundation and attempting to establish a presidential library. At the end of the season, Meyer decides to run for president again. The seventh season sees Meyer attempting to run for president once again in the 2020 election, featuring her former political rivals Ryan and James as major competitors, in addition to introducing the young, likable, and progressive challenger Kemi Talbot ( Toks Olagundoye). Snierson, Dan (December 19, 2018). "Veep stars say goodbye to show on emotional final day of shooting". Entertainment Weekly. Archived from the original on December 22, 2018 . Retrieved December 22, 2018.

Mitovich, Matt Webb (May 31, 2015). "Critics' Choice Television Awards: HBO, Better Call Saul, Taraji P. Henson and Amy Schumer Among Big Winners". TVLine . Retrieved August 12, 2020. Lowry, Brian (April 19, 2012). "Review: 'Veep' ". Variety. Archived from the original on June 6, 2014 . Retrieved June 6, 2014. Goodman, Tim (April 21, 2016). " Veep Season 5: TV Review". The Hollywood Reporter. Archived from the original on May 5, 2016 . Retrieved May 17, 2016.

Nowalk, Brandon (April 2, 2014). "The campaign trail brings out the best in Veep". The A.V. Club. Archived from the original on July 6, 2014 . Retrieved June 6, 2014. Selina is worried when Tom James, her running mate, unknowingly takes her spotlight on the campaign trail due to his popularity; Amy, still bitter from her experience with Selina, gets a job working with Dan and Jonah gets ambushed in a 'job interview'. Selina travels to the wrong state during a hurricane. Lambert, David (January 21, 2016). "Veep– HBO Home Entertainment's Press Release for 'The Complete 4th Season' ". TVShowsOnDVD.com. Archived from the original on March 29, 2016 . Retrieved April 19, 2016. a b c d e Anderson, Kyle (June 15, 2015). " 'Veep' recap: 'Election Night' ". EW.com . Retrieved August 9, 2020. Departing creator and showrunner Armando Iannucci was praised for the season by Newsweek, who called it the "funniest season yet." [4] The acting and writing were received well, as in The Hollywood Reporter's review by Tim Goodman: " Veep enters its fourth season firmly established as one of television's best comedies, and then immediately does what seems impossible: It delivers its most thoroughly assured, hilarious and brilliantly written and acted episodes." [19]

Kevin Dunn as Ben Cafferty: [15] the White House Chief of Staff, under both the unseen former president and President Meyer. Although he is depressed and a high-functioning alcoholic, he is often very insightful and is treated with respect and even fear throughout Washington. Ben shows little regard for his co-workers or his job, and appears to love his nine-cup coffee thermos more than anything else. Selina refers to him as a "burned-out loser", but he apparently considers her a close friend and resolves to help her become president. Though he was planning on leaving the White House imminently, he agrees to remain with the administration indefinitely. When Selina fails to win reelection, he joins Congressman Ryan's staff with Kent. (Seasons 3–7; recurring season 2) Stuever, Hank (April 19, 2012). " 'Veep': A playful pander in Washington's zoo". The Washington Post. Archived from the original on July 7, 2014 . Retrieved June 6, 2014. The Making of Veep", " Veep: Misspoke", " Veep: Obesity", deleted scenes and outtakes, 12 audio commentaries with cast and crew [80] The first episode of the season aired on April 12, 2015, on HBO and new episodes aired every Sunday until its finale on June 14, 2015. Matt Zoller Seitz wrote in Vulture of the titular character's acting: "Louis-Dreyfus is her usual Swiss-watch self, so confident that she seems to glide through her scenes." [5] The comedic duo of Louis-Dreyfus and Tony Hale was also applauded; Ben Travers described them in IndieWire: "The duo’s chemistry continues to drive entire episodes with a few short moments, and if they’re kept apart too long, the rest of the team is there to fill gaps faster than you can spot them." [2]Amy Brookheimer played by Anna Chlumsky". HBO. Archived from the original on August 31, 2017 . Retrieved March 22, 2013. Peterman, Mindy (April 23, 2014). "A conversation with 'VEEP's Sufe Bradshaw". Digital Journal. Archived from the original on March 21, 2016 . Retrieved March 18, 2016. McNary, Dave (February 14, 2016). "WGA Honors 'Big Short,' 'Spotlight,' 'Mad Men' at 68th Awards". Variety . Retrieved August 12, 2020.

Lambert, David (December 6, 2012). "Veep– Blu-ray, DVD Announced for Julia Louis-Dreyfus in 'The Complete 1st Season' ". TVShowsOnDVD.com. Archived from the original on March 13, 2013 . Retrieved April 13, 2013. Lowry, Brian (April 9, 2015). "TV Review: 'Silicon Valley,' 'Veep' ". Variety . Retrieved August 9, 2020. Gary Cole as Kent Davison: [16] the senior strategist to the president, under both the unseen former president Hughes and later President Meyer. He is a number-cruncher, and is often referred to as being cold and robotic. His obsession with polling statistics negatively influences the President's decision-making during several episodes in the second season. Kent is also focused on the public images of Selina and Catherine. It is implied that he and Sue are in some form of ersatz relationship. Although Selina initially dislikes him, she comes to appreciate his useful polling and statistical data, and he becomes a key part of her presidential administration. When Selina fails to win reelection, he joins Congressman Ryan's staff with Ben. Cole received a Primetime Emmy Award nomination for his performance. (seasons 4–7; recurring seasons 2–3)Goodman, Tim (April 12, 2015). " 'Veep' and 'Silicon Valley': TV Review". The Hollywood Reporter. Archived from the original on April 15, 2015 . Retrieved April 21, 2015. Season four follows Selina Meyer in the role of President after her predecessor steps down to care for his wife. She attempts to pass a landmark bill supporting working mothers while navigating her presidential campaign, overseen by top campaign manager Bill Ericsson, portrayed by Diedrich Bader. Two of her staffers, Amy and Dan, abruptly exit the White House and begin work as lobbyists. Eventually, Selina is forced to choose a new running mate when Andrew Doyle unexpectedly drops out of the role. She chooses Senator Tom James, played by Hugh Laurie, whose popularity and political machinations come to irk her. After a campaign data breach puts her in jeopardy, Selina's team scapegoats Ericsson. The season finale centers on the night of the election, which concludes with an electoral college tie between Selina and her opponent, Senator Bill O'Brien. [2] Kauffman, Jeffrey (January 13, 2020). "Veep: The Final Season Blu-ray Review". Blu-ray.com . Retrieved January 7, 2021. de Moraes, Lisa (April 14, 2015). " 'Veep' Viewership Grows In Season 4 Bow". Deadline . Retrieved August 10, 2020. Sullivan, Kevin (April 21, 2016). " Veep season 5: EW review". Entertainment Weekly. Archived from the original on May 29, 2016 . Retrieved May 17, 2016.

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Andreeva, Nellie (April 13, 2015). " 'Veep' & 'Silicon Valley' Renewed By HBO". Deadline . Retrieved August 10, 2020. Iannucci is credited as story co-writer for every episode. Directors for the season included Addison, Martin, Laing, and Iannucci. Selina Meyer played by Julia Louis-Dreyfus". HBO. Archived from the original on September 5, 2017 . Retrieved March 22, 2013. Dan Egan played by Reid Scott". HBO. Archived from the original on October 8, 2017 . Retrieved March 22, 2013.