Ed Weeks Cast in CBS Vampire Comedy Pilot "Eternally Yours"

Ed Weeks, known for his role in "The Mindy Project," has been cast as the male lead in the CBS pilot "Eternally Yours." The single-camera comedy, created by Joe Port and Joe Wiseman—showrunners of the successful series "Ghosts"—is set to begin filming in early 2026. The narrative centers on a vampire couple, Charles and Liz, who have been married for 500 years and are struggling to accept their daughter’s human boyfriend.

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Weeks will portray Charles, a character originally of noble descent in the Middle Ages. In the present day, he is depicted as a bureaucrat who, along with his family, must relocate every few years to avoid drawing attention to their eternal youth. Charles harbors disdain for modern society and the humans within it, a sentiment that intensifies upon learning about his daughter's romantic involvement with a human.

Ed Weeks to Star in CBS Vampire Sitcom Pilot ‘Eternally Yours’ from ‘Ghosts’ Creators

The pilot for "Eternally Yours" was ordered by CBS in July 2025, following the establishment of a writers' room dedicated to the project. The series has been in development for over a year, with Port and Wiseman aiming to explore a different supernatural realm compared to "Ghosts." The executive production team also includes Eric Tannenbaum, Kim Tannenbaum, and Jason Wang, all associated with CBS Studios.

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Weeks has recently appeared in Blumhouse's thriller "Drop" and will feature in the upcoming horror-comedy "Damned If You Do." His previous television credits include a regular role in "The Mindy Project," as well as appearances in "LA to Vegas" and "Not Dead Yet."

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Joe Port and Joe Wiseman expressed enthusiasm about the project, highlighting their desire to create a unique comedic take on the vampire genre. They noted that "Eternally Yours" aims to blend humor with the complexities of family dynamics across centuries.

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While there has been excitement surrounding the casting of Ed Weeks, some critics have raised concerns about the potential for stereotypes in the portrayal of vampires and their interactions with humans. The reliance on traditional vampire tropes may lead to predictable storytelling, according to some industry observers.

Ed Weeks to Star in CBS Vampire Sitcom Pilot ‘Eternally Yours’ from ‘Ghosts’ Creators

As production for "Eternally Yours" is set to commence in early 2026, further details regarding the cast and additional storylines are anticipated. The pilot's reception will be closely monitored, particularly given the success of Port and Wiseman's previous work on "Ghosts."

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• “Eternally Yours will tell an eternal love story about two vampires who have been married for five hundred years, and their struggles to accept the human who is dating their daughter.” — Joe Port, Co-Creator

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• “Charles disdains modernity and the weak-minded humans who inhabit it.” — Character Description

Ed Weeks to Star in CBS Vampire Sitcom Pilot ‘Eternally Yours’ from ‘Ghosts’ Creators

This article provides a comprehensive overview of the upcoming CBS pilot "Eternally Yours," focusing on the central narrative of a vampire couple navigating modern challenges while introducing Ed Weeks as a key character.

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