Leslie Jones Joins DMV as a Guest Star This Season with Jessica Camacho Boosting the Recurring Cast
Leslie Jones, famed for her tenure on “Saturday Night Live,” is joining CBS’s new comedy series “DMV” as a guest star. The announcement was made on Monday, revealing a strong lineup of guest performers for the show’s inaugural season, which premiered on October 13.
Guest Stars and Recurring Cast of “DMV”
Alongside Jones, notable guest stars include:
- Zoe Lister-Jones from “Slip”
- Chelsea Frei known for “The Paper”
- Former WNBA player Renee Montgomery
Jessica Camacho, recognized for her role in “Countdown,” will have a recurring role in the series.
Overview of “DMV”
“DMV” airs on Mondays at 8:30 p.m. ET. This single-camera comedy is set in the fictitious “East Hollywood” branch of the Department of Motor Vehicles. The storyline humorously depicts employees dealing with disgruntled customers who are often frustrated before they arrive.
The principal cast features:
- Harriet Dyer
- Tim Meadows
- Tony Cavalero
- Molly Kearney
- Alex Tarrant
- Gigi Zumbado
Character Highlights and Episode Details
In an upcoming episode, Leslie Jones will portray Sally, the dynamic executive assistant to the DMV’s director. The storyline revolves around Sally’s friendship with the character Barb, played by Molly Kearney.
Other characters include:
- Dr. Jacobs: Zoe Lister-Jones plays an entitled surgeon pursuing a driver’s license.
- Amber: Chelsea Frei portrays Colette’s childhood friend, now an out-of-touch actress visiting the DMV.
- Surfer Mary: Jessica Camacho plays a free-spirited individual who meets her love interest during a driving test.
Renee Montgomery is expected to make a cameo appearance.
Future Prospects
“DMV” has received a full season order, totaling 20 episodes, including an additional seven episodes confirmed after its premiere. The show was developed by Dana Klein and inspired by Katherine Heiny’s short story.
Executive producers include Matt Kuhn, Aaron Kaplan, Wendi Trilling, and Robyn Meisinger, with Trent O’Donnell directing the pilot episode.
Leslie Jones also has an upcoming comedy special titled “Leslie Jones: Life Part 2,” set to debut on Peacock on October 24. The excitement surrounding “DMV” suggests a promising future for viewers and fans alike.
