Pilot

Season 1 - Episode 1: Pilot
Overview
In the pilot of Smash we are introduced to Tom Levitt and Julia Houstona song-writing duo who had planned on taking a break from the business of Broadway but, find themselves drawn back in when they get the desire to produce a musical based around the life of Marilyn Monroe. When a demo of one of the tracks goes viral the project attracts the eye and ear of tenacious producer Eileen Rand and, although causing a conflict that of director Derek Wills. But the biggest and most important task is to find their Marilyn after, auditioning a range of girls they whittle it down to two but, who do they go for. Ivy Lynn a veteran of the stage who wants to break away from the chorus line to get her break as a lead or Karen Cartwright a fresh talent who is trying to follow her dream of becoming a star.
Episode Information
TV Show
Smash
Season
Season 1
Episode Number
1
Air Date
February 6, 2012
Runtime
44 minutes
Guest Stars
Savannah Wise
Jessica

Robert LuPone
Jerry's Attorney
Kate Clinton
Director
Jake Wilson
Casting Assistant

Maddie Corman
Rene Walters

Becky Ann Baker
Mrs. Cartwright
Crew
Theresa Rebeck
Story
Michael Mayer
Director
Theresa Rebeck
Teleplay

Jennifer Lame
Assistant Editor