NBC fires Newlyweds showrunner Gail Lerner, keeps 23 October premiere

NBC fired Newlyweds co-creator and showrunner, the series' day-to-day chief, Gail Lerner ahead of its 23 October premiere, Variety reported on 9 October. NBC confirmed creative differences led to the decision. Variety reported the first six episodes were made under Lerner. The slot holds at 8:30 p.m. ET after Happy's Place, with next-day Peacock streaming, according to NBC.