‘Palm Royale’ series review: Kristen Wiig’s talents do not make up for the lacklustre writing in Apple comedy

AppleTV+’s Palm Royale does not shy away from excess. However, Palm Royale’s excesses also extend to its writing, which often ends up serving the audience a confused mess of a show. Adapted from the novel Mr. & Mrs. American Pie, Abe Sylvia’s take on the original mean girls of the Palm Beach community unfolds mostly at the exclusive resort club named ‘Palm Royale’. Over the next 10 episodes, Maxine sets her goal at becoming a part of the elite Palm Beach society, by inheriting not only her husband’s aunt Norma Dellacorte’s fortune but also her position as the reigning queen of the socialites. Palm Royale Creator: Abe Sylvia Cast: Kristen Wiig, Ricky Martin, Josh Lucas, Leslie Bibb, Laura Dern, Allison Janney, Carol Burnett, Amber Chardae Robinson Episodes: 10 Runtime: 45-50 minutes Storyline: In 1969 Florida, an out-of-town former pageant contestant aims to cement her place in the exclusive Palm Beach high society An incredible asset for the show comes naturally in the form of its immensely talented cast.