Literal Interpretation

When a man who takes everything literally moves in with his cousin and friends, their casual hangouts quickly spiral into absurd misunderstandings and comedic chaos.

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Genre

Comedy

Logline

When a man who takes everything literally moves in with his cousin and friends, their casual hangouts quickly spiral into absurd misunderstandings and comedic chaos.

Synopsis

In a world where communication is key, a group of friends must navigate the complexities of language and idioms when one of them, the cousin, takes everything said around him at face value. As they attempt to enjoy a simple game night, the cousin’s literal interpretations lead to increasingly hilarious and chaotic situations, forcing the group to rethink how they express themselves. From taking off pants to misunderstandings about sports, every conversation becomes a comedic minefield. Will they manage to teach him the nuances of language, or will it all end in hilarious disaster?

Examples of Content

Cousin takes the phrase ‘get comfortable’ to an extreme by removing his pants.; When asked to sit down, he interprets it as needing to sit on the floor, leading to a game of musical chairs.; A discussion about ‘breaking a leg’ before a game leads to a physical comedy scene where he attempts to mimic breaking a leg.; The group tries to watch a sports game while the cousin misunderstands the commentary, causing him to react literally to every term used.; Each miscommunication is paired with animated gameplay that reacts to their dialogue, enhancing the comedic effect.

Rationale

The concept plays on the universal experience of miscommunication, particularly with the use of idioms and figures of speech. The literal cousin serves as a comedic foil, highlighting the absurdity of everyday language and the potential chaos that can arise from it. This show will appeal to audiences who enjoy sharp wit, relatable humor, and absurd situations, reminiscent of shows like ‘The Office’ and ‘Brooklyn Nine-Nine’.

Alternative Titles

Literal Cousin; Lost in Translation; Say What?

Alternative Loglines

When a cousin who takes everything literally joins his friends for game night, hilarity ensues as every idiom leads to outrageous misadventures.; A group of friends must survive the chaos that erupts when their cousin interprets every word they say in the most literal way possible.; Miscommunication reigns as a literal-minded cousin turns simple hangouts into a series of comedic blunders.

Trend Date

2024-09-16

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