Fortune Rookie (2018)
Synopsis
On the advice of a fortune teller in a bathroom, Janet Varney leaves showbiz behind to become a psychic. Exploring her gifts (such as they are), Janet parses the future of a Los Angeles populated by the famous, the not-yet-famous, from aspiring cult leaders to aging boy bands. She reads palms, cards and the occasional piece of cheese to help those seeking answers, herself most of all.
Creator
Brice Beckham, Janet Varney, David Fickas
Network
IFC.com
Episodes
The Scoop
Janet Varney does her first palm reading. Then she meets her friend Jessica Makinson for Gelato, where they discuss life choices and try flavors.
Psych-out
Janet Varney receives a visit from Roday, the star of the TV show Psych. He warns her not to intrude on his "brand" as a fake imaginary psychic. She responds that being a psychic is her destiny, possibly. Roday leaves with a final threat.
Do Your Business
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In The Cards
After a humiliating brush with a scornful customer, Janet attempts her first tarot reading with a lovesick stranger but is crippled with nerves. Attempts to mitigate anxiety lead to surprisingly little results.
The Uh-Cult
No description available.
Business is Booming
No description available.
Hot Basics
A visit from an eclectic group leads Janet to an important revelation about life for struggling artists in Los Angeles and beyond, and the group gives Janet their own special gift.
Nemesis
An unexpected series of voicemails upends Janet's plans and she's determined to find out who or what is behind it. The answer is more disturbing than she could have imagined, and brings a dark new character into her spiritual reality.
Cast
Trailer
Details
Original Title
Fortune Rookie
Status
Ended
Seasons
1
Episodes
8
Production
Above Average, Drama 3/4 Productions