Move Over Archer, There’s A New Spy In Town

Lately, it seems like everyone is making videos and putting them on the internet. However, with all that content out there, it is tricky to find material worth watching. Well, I found something definitely worth watching and it is a brand new webseries called Get Spy. I spoke with creator and writer, David Beatty, about the new show.

 
Congratulations on the launch of your new web series! How does it feel?
Fantastic! After months of shooting and then editing, it’s very fulfilling to get this project out into the public so people can see it. Also having the cast and crew watch the project is very rewarding. Their dedication and talent is my inspiration to do good work. And the truth is, all the actors in GET SPY turned in such wonderful performance, it’s a complete joy to share that with the world.

In addition, I would say the feeling is also very terrifying because it’s always sort of vulnerable to put something out there. Fortunately the reviews have been very positive and people seem to really like the show and that helps ease the nerves.

What was the inception for Get Spy? Were you influenced by any TV shows or movies in particular?
I’m a huge fan of the show Archer on FX and HBO’s VEEP. I would say I tried to create the bastard stepchild of those two series. Also, perhaps more significantly, I was inspired to make this show because I wanted to create something for this specific group of actors. We all met, at one time or another, at the same acting studio in Los Angeles: Studio 24/7 with Mark McPherson. The very beginning of this idea started with a desire to bring all these talented people together and focus that talent into a single project we can call our own. Because we studied together, we spoke the same artistic language. I wrote each character specifically for the actor. We even brought some scenes into our acting class as a way to rehearse. By the time shooting began, everybody had a personal investment and our artistic history and sense of responsibility to to each other helped create the elements I consider best for an environment of creativity. In short, we trusted each other and that’s a very valuable asset when collaborating.

What was the most challenging part of the process?
Most challenging is right now, the part where you have to publicize the show and try to get it out there for people to see. It’s cliche and we’ve all heard it before but really is so much content out there, it seems impossible to break through the chatter. However, it helps to have something you are really proud of, easy to get behind and share.

In the course of shooting, did any moment stand out to you? Good or bad.
The day we filmed episode 1 ‘The Disc’ the temperature outside was 107 degrees. The scene called for us to do a lot of running and punching and fighting, falling on the ground, etc. That day truly tested our ability not to kill each other. At one point I was convinced none of it was worth it. But magically, at the end of the day, when we got all the shots, everybody was home nursing their sore feet and drinking a cold beer it was incredibly clear how wonderful it is to overcome obstacles. After that day, it was like we could do anything. It’s a great feeling to come out the other end successful knowing you didn’t let the little things beat you down.

How did this project come into being? Did you do any sort of crowd funding? Labor of love?
It’s all labor of love. Everybody on the project worked together because they believed in it and were part of the process. I remember the first table read where I suggested that maybe the script was a little too ambitious for such a shoe string budget. I was met with a resounding vote of encouragement to do it anyway. The group said not to worry, we will figure it out. They were excited, which made me excited. It was that first read and the cast enthusiasm that gave me the courage to continue. It’s a simple reminder how important it is to surround yourself with positive people who support your goals and help you realize your dreams.

Is there a season 2 in the works?
I would love to do second season! I have already begun to sketch out ideas and maybe some spin off ideas. It’s such a fun show and I think there is a lot of possibility for these characters.

Any final comments?
Watch our show! www.getspy.wordpress.com

Like Us On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/getspyshow

Subscribe to our Youtube Page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4gOC9Eskm3pELv7SaCfZRQ

Episodes 1-5 are now available!