History of The Good Place in Timeline

The Good Place, created by Michael Schur, is a fantasy-comedy TV series that aired on NBC from 2016 to 2020. The series spans four seasons and 53 episodes. The show explores philosophical themes of morality and ethics through its comedic narrative. It revolves around Eleanor Shellstrop, who finds herself in the afterlife's "Good Place" despite being a less-than-good person. With the help of her assigned soulmate, Chidi Anagonye, a moral philosophy professor, she attempts to become a better person while navigating the complexities of the afterlife and discovering the true nature of the Good Place.

August 13, 2015: NBC Orders The Good Place

On August 13, 2015, NBC announced that it had given a 13-episode order to The Good Place based purely on a pitch by Michael Schur.

January 12, 2016: Casting of Kristen Bell and Ted Danson

On January 12, 2016, Kristen Bell and Ted Danson were announced to have been cast in the lead roles for The Good Place. A synopsis was released stating that Eleanor would design her own self-improvement course with Michael as her guide.

February 11, 2016: William Jackson Harper Casting

On February 11, 2016, William Jackson Harper was cast as Chris in The Good Place, later renamed Chidi.

February 25, 2016: Jameela Jamil Casting

On February 25, 2016, Jameela Jamil was cast as Tessa in The Good Place, later renamed Tahani.

March 3, 2016: Manny Jacinto Casting

On March 3, 2016, Manny Jacinto was cast as Jason, a DJ from Southern Florida, in The Good Place.

March 14, 2016: D'Arcy Carden Casting

On March 14, 2016, D'Arcy Carden was cast as Janet Della-Denunzio, a violin salesperson, though this was later revealed to be a hoax in The Good Place.

May 15, 2016: Final Premise Announcement

On May 15, 2016, NBC announced the final premise of The Good Place, including the afterlife element, during its 2016–17 TV season announcement.

September 19, 2016: The Good Place Series Premiere

On September 19, 2016, The Good Place, an American fantasy-comedy television series created by Michael Schur for NBC, premiered.

2016: TV Guide's Top New Shows

In 2016, TV Guide placed The Good Place second among the top ten picks for the most anticipated new shows of the 2016–17 season. Writer Liam Matthews praised the show's pedigree and potential to restore NBC's comedy brand.

January 30, 2017: The Good Place Renewed for Season 2

On January 30, 2017, NBC renewed The Good Place for a second season consisting of 13 episodes.

September 20, 2017: Season 2 Premiere

On September 20, 2017, the second season of The Good Place premiered with an hour-long opening episode.

September 21, 2017: The Good Place on Netflix

On September 21, 2017, The Good Place first season was released on Netflix in several international territories. Episodes of subsequent seasons became available within 24 hours of their U.S. broadcast.

October 17, 2017: Season 1 DVD Release

On October 17, 2017, the first season of The Good Place was released on DVD in region 1 by Shout! Factory.

November 21, 2017: The Good Place Renewed for Season 3

On November 21, 2017, NBC renewed The Good Place for a third season consisting of 13 episodes.

2017: American Film Institute Top 10 Television Programs

In 2017, the American Film Institute named The Good Place as one of its top 10 television programs of the year.

July 17, 2018: Season 2 DVD Release

On July 17, 2018, the second season of The Good Place was released on DVD by Shout! Factory.

September 27, 2018: Season 3 Premiere

On September 27, 2018, the third season of The Good Place premiered.

December 4, 2018: The Good Place Renewed for Season 4

On December 4, 2018, NBC renewed The Good Place for a fourth season.

2018: Ted Danson wins Critics' Choice Television Award

In 2018, Ted Danson won a Critics' Choice Television Award for his performance as Michael in The Good Place.

June 7, 2019: Final Season Announcement

On June 7, 2019, it was announced that the fourth season of The Good Place would be the last.

July 30, 2019: Season 3 DVD Release

On July 30, 2019, the third season of The Good Place was released on DVD by Shout! Factory.

September 2019: Release of The Selection Web Series

In September 2019, NBC released a six-episode web series titled The Selection (full title: The Good Place Presents: The Selection), directed by Eric Kissack, on their website, app, and YouTube channel.