Fast Casual

Fast Casual is an American sitcom television series that depicts the work life of employees at Danny's, a fast casual burger restaurant. It aired on NBC from October 3, 2013 to March 25, 2021 for eight seasons. The series initially starred Kristen Wiig as Sharon Riggle until her departure at the end of the sixth season. The first season's ensemble also included Bill Hader, Anna Faris, Teyonah Parris, Anthony De La Torre, and Israel Broussard. The series struggled to gain viewership, despite being acclaimed by critics through its entire run. Kristen Wiig was nominated for six Emmy Awards for her role, despite never winning. After Wiig announced her departure from the series in April 2019, a final seventh season was announced the following month. However, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the final two episodes of the series could not be completed, prompting NBC to renew the series for an additional, shortened eighth season to act as the conclusion to the series.
== Cast ==
The series initially starred six main cast members, while having a large recurring cast including staff and other characters. More cast members were promoted to the main cast, while an "also starring" credit was also added to include the extended cast. Out of the original six, Wiig left after season six, while Parris did not appear in the seventh season due to scheduling conflicts, though she did return for the eighth and final season.
*Kristen Wiig as Sharon Riggle; the general manager of Danny's who took the job in a money crunch fifteen years ago that she never got out of.
*Bill Hader as Kyle Russo; a transfer manager from a different branch who becomes Sharon's work rival.
*Anna Faris as Mandy Compton; Sharon's bubbly assistant manager who attracts a variety of men.
*Teyonah Parris as Abigail Hoover; a college student working at Danny's to support her degree.
*Anthony De La Torre as Alex Morales; a high school student working part-time.
*Israel Broussard as Jacob Young; Danny's newest employee who strikes up a friendship with Alex.