The cast of Love Monkey. Photo credit: Craig Blankenhorne

November 1, 2005 - "Love Monkey," a pilot shot in New York City this March-April, has been picked up by CBS and will premiere on the network mid-season. The show, based on Kyle Smith’s eponymous book, focuses on four friends in different phases of marriage and relationships, as told by one of their single friends in the music industry.

"Love Monkey" stars Thomas Cavanagh, Judy Greer, and Jason Preistley, and utilized New York City locations including The Chelsea Hotel, CBGB’s, Arlene’s Grocery, The Tribeca Grand Hotel, Tribeca Park, Tompkins Square Park, The Gansevoort Hotel, and Times Square. The production employed some 100 New Yorkers.

Stay tuned to CBS for this winter’s premiere!