Full Breakdown
Elizabeth Gillies Joins Political Dramedy “The Right Side”
8/4/2026, 1:13:28 PM
Series Overview and New Casting
Jordan is a liberal-leaning podcaster who critiques her parents’ politics on social media and wields significant influence in online progressive circles. The show also stars Andie MacDowell as Ruthie Silver, a conservative media celebrity, and Peter Gallagher as Ruthie’s husband and longtime television partner. Talisman plays Jordan’s twin brother, Elliot Silver, while Dyllón Burnside appears in a recurring role.
Premise and Thematic Focus
According to the series’ official logline, the narrative opens with a live, on-air announcement that transforms a terminal illness into a national spectacle. The country’s most beloved conservative TV couple must confront the disparity between their curated public image and their private family life when their liberal, podcast-famous children return home for a network tribute special.
Creative Leadership and Production Team
Max Talisman serves as creator, writer, executive producer, and showrunner. Additional executive producers include Buzz Koenig and Darren Goldberg of Atlantic Pictures, Jess Sonnenfeld Jolles of Luber Roklin, and Katharina Eggmann, who also functions as casting director. Atlantic Pictures provides production services for the series. The involvement of multiple production entities underscores the project’s independent financing and collaborative development model.
Gillies’ Recent Television Portfolio
Gillies is widely recognized for her role as Jade West on Nickelodeon’s “Victorious” (2010-2013) and as Fallon Carrington on Netflix’s “Dynasty,” which concluded after five seasons in 2022. Her recent credits also include appearances in “The Hunting Party” and “The Orville.” She is represented by Paradigm, Mainstay Entertainment, and Ziffren Brittenham.
Anticipated Impact
“The Right Side” blends political commentary with family drama, aiming to attract audiences interested in both satire and character-driven storytelling. By pairing Gillies’ established fan base with a cast that spans multiple generations of television talent, the series positions itself to explore contemporary cultural tensions while leveraging the star power of its leads.
