Official First Look & Date Announcement for the New Series “Boots” [GALLERY]

Netflix releases first look at BOOTS starring Miles Heizer, Liam Oh, Vera Farmiga, Max Parker, and more.

Set in the tough, unpredictable world of the US Marine Corps, this coming-of-age story follows directionless, closeted Cameron and his straight best friend Ray as they join a diverse group of recruits in the unpredictable world of the US Marine Corps in the ’90s.

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Coming to Netflix October 9

QUOTES FROM MILES HEIZER (CAMERON COPE):

On working on BOOTS:

“Boots was easily the hardest and most fun thing I’ve ever been a part of. The show is interesting because it manages to find the humor in a very intense experience, which is the only way to live, in my opinion! It’s also rare in that it’s 50% acting and 50% actually struggling through training and DI screams.”

On cast camaraderie:

“Due to the group nature of boot camp, we were essentially together all day, every day of filming and got incredibly close. In a way, the show sort of mirrors our real experience of meeting, coming together, and forming a very deep bond by the end. I truly feel a phantom boot camp connection to all of these boys.”

On what he’s excited for audiences to see:

“There really isn’t another show like [BOOTS]. It’s very funny, uplifting, and has a particularly great soundtrack. You’ll laugh, you’ll cheer, and, I’m sorry, but you’ll probably cry as well.”

ABOUT BOOTS:

BOOTS is a one-hour comedic drama that delivers an irreverent, off-beat take on the coming-of-age story. Set in the tough, unpredictable world of the 1990s US Marine Corps – when being gay in the military was still illegal – the series follows directionless, closeted Cameron Cope (Miles Heizer) and his best friend Ray McAffey (Liam Oh), the son of a decorated Marine, as they join a diverse group of recruits. Together, this ensemble navigates the literal and metaphorical landmines of boot camp, forging unlikely bonds and discovering their true selves in an environment designed to push them to their limits. With sharp wit and plenty of heart, BOOTS is about friendship, resilience, and finding your place in the world – even when that world seems determined to keep you in line or leave you behind.

The eight-episode series hails from creator and co-showrunner Andy Parker (Tales of the City, Imposters), showrunner Jennifer Cecil (Umbrella Academy, One Tree Hill), and executive producer Norman Lear. Inspired by the book “The Pink Marine” by Greg Cope White.

Showrunner/Executive Producer: Jennifer Cecil

Creator/Co-Showrunner/Executive Producer: Andy Parker

Executive Producers: Andy Parker, Jennifer Cecil, Norman Lear and Brent Miller through ACT III Productions, Rachel Davidson, Scott Hornbacher & Peter Hoar (episode 101)

Studio: Sony Pictures Television for Netflix

Series Regulars: Miles Heizer (Cameron Cope), Max Parker (Sergeant Robert “Bobby” Sullivan), Vera Farmiga (Barbara Cope), Liam Oh (Ray McAffey), Cedrick Cooper (Staff Sergeant Marcus McKinnon), Ana Ayora (Capt. Denise Fajardo), Angus O’Brien (Thaddeus Beau Sterling Hicks), Dominic Goodman (Isaiah Nash), Kieron Moore (Nicholas Slovacek), Nicholas Logan (Sergeant Cary Wayne Howitt), Rico Paris (Santos Santos), Blake Burt (John Bowman)

Additional Cast: Brandon Tyler Moore (Cody Bowman), Zach Roerig (Sgt. Knox), Anthony Marble (Harlan McAffey) and Joy Osmanski (Setsuko McAffey), Ivan Hoey Jr. (Benjy Cope), Logan Gould (Mo Mason), Jack Kay (Joshua Jones), Troy Leigh-Anne Johnson (Alice), Jonathan Nieves (Eduardo Ochoa), Brett Dalton (Sgt. Pitowski)

Inspired by Greg Cope White’s memoir “The Pink Marine”

	Boots
	Network: NetflixGenre: ComedySeasons: 1Episodes: 8
	Overview After impulsively joining the U.S. Marine Corps, a bullied teen finds new purpose — and unexpected brotherhood — with his motley team of fellow recruits.