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KAREN KARMA

KAREN KARMA
By Mark Deuce

GENRE: Drama, Comedy
LOGLINE:

When divorced badass Jill Joyner moves into a dream home next to unhinged Hillbilly Karen Darlene, a darkly hilarious war erupts over lawns, fences, and a stolen patio set—fueled by a puppy’s chaos and Jill’s special forces know-how.

SYNOPSIS:

"Mow hard or go home!"

Meet Jill Joyner and her infamous neighbor, Hillbilly Karen, whose obsession with her lawn borders on the extreme. From mowing at all hours to hosting dubious gatherings, Karen's antics keep the neighborhood buzzing. But Jill, a former Special Forces member with an adorable puppy, isn't one to back down. Watch as this epic neighborhood feud unfolds in a blend of humor, drama, and unexpected twists. Don't miss this exciting showdown filled with unforgettable moments and quirky characters!

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Genre: Dark Comedy

Series Premise:

Jill Joyner, a sharp-witted, newly divorced woman in her late 30s, snags a dream house at a suspiciously low price in a pristine suburban neighborhood. Seeking a fresh start, she’s unaware that her next-door neighbor is Darlene "Karen" Kowalski, a unhinged Hillbilly Karen with an obsessive grip on neighborhood aesthetics and a penchant for chaos. What begins as petty disputes over Jill’s flowerbeds, lawn maintenance, and a new backyard fence escalates into an all-out war when Darlene loses it over Jill’s adorable new puppy, Rufus. Jill, trained in self-defense by her ex-husband—a special forces operator—knows how to handle herself. When she catches Darlene stealing her lawn furniture for late-night bacchanals with her biker gang pals, Jill confronts them, sparking a darkly hilarious feud that spirals into absurd, high-stakes chaos.

Pilot Episode Outline: "Welcome to the Jungle"

  • Act 1: The Move-In
    • Jill, brimming with optimism, moves into her new home, marveling at the deal she scored. She’s tough but warm, unpacking boxes filled with tactical gear alongside wine glasses. Her realtor vaguely warns her about "unique neighbors."
    • Darlene (50s, bleach-blonde mullet, bedazzled trucker hat) spies from her porch, clutching a gardening trowel like a weapon. She immediately judges Jill’s "hippie" marigolds and mutters about "standards."
    • Jill notices Darlene’s yard: a gaudy shrine of plastic flamingos, tacky gnomes, and a Confederate flag mailbox. She shrugs it off—live and let live.
  • Act 2: The Spark
    • Darlene leaves a passive-aggressive note demanding Jill mow her lawn "properly" (diagonal stripes only). Jill, amused, mows in wild zigzags just to mess with her.
    • Tensions rise when Jill installs a sleek modern fence, replacing Darlene’s preferred "rustic" chain-link. Darlene screams about property values; neighbors peek from curtains, already taking bets.
    • Jill adopts Rufus, a scrappy rescue pup. Darlene, allergic to anything cute, loses it, claiming Rufus’s barking is a "public safety hazard." She calls animal control, but Jill charms the officer, who leaves with a treat for Rufus.
  • Act 3: The Heist
    • Late at night, Jill spots Darlene and her biker gang friends—leather-clad, chain-smoking misfits—hauling Jill’s chic patio set into Darlene’s backyard. Through binoculars, Jill sees them lounging, drinking moonshine, and passing around legal edibles, cackling on her furniture.
    • Jill sneaks over, GoPro strapped on like she’s on a recon mission, and records the debauchery. Darlene’s crew includes Bubba (tattooed giant with a heart of gold), Tammy (chain-smoking gossip queen), and Zeke (weirdly philosophical stoner).
    • At dawn, Jill confronts them mid-party. Darlene feigns innocence, claiming the furniture was a "donation." The bikers size Jill up, but she holds her ground, dropping a line about her ex teaching her how to disarm a man in three seconds. Bubba’s impressed; Tammy’s intrigued; Zeke quotes Nietzsche.
  • Act 4: War Declared
    • Darlene, humiliated, doubles down, spray-painting "City Snob" on Jill’s fence. Jill retaliates by rigging her sprinklers to douse Darlene’s tacky yard art at 3 a.m.
    • The neighborhood splits: half cheer Jill’s defiance, half fear Darlene’s wrath. A nosy HOA president, Marge, tries to mediate but gets steamrolled by both women.
    • The episode ends with Jill sipping wine, watching Darlene’s crew reassemble in her yard. She mutters, “Game on, Karen,” and pulls out a tactical knife to sharpen—a grin spreading. Darlene, meanwhile, plots with her gang, clutching a stolen garden gnome like a battle trophy.

Series Arc: Each episode escalates the feud with absurd stakes: Darlene sabotages Jill’s BBQ with laxative-laced ribs; Jill hacks Darlene’s smart doorbell to blast polka music; the puppy becomes a local hero after exposing Darlene’s illegal side hustle (selling knockoff essential oils). Jill’s combat skills shine in slapstick showdowns—think disarming a biker with a garden hose or zip-tying Darlene to her own flamingo statue. The bikers grow fond of Jill, creating a messy alliance that infuriates Darlene. Flashbacks reveal Darlene’s tragic backstory (a lost love, a foreclosed farm), adding depth to her mania, while Jill grapples with her own baggage—trust issues from her marriage. By season’s end, a neighborhood crisis (a shady developer eyeing their homes) forces Jill and Darlene to team up, blending their chaos into a hilarious, reluctant partnership.

Tone & Style: Think Pushing Daisies meets Desperate Housewives with a Fargo-esque edge—quirky visuals (Darlene’s garish decor vs. Jill’s minimalist chic), snappy dialogue, and dark humor (no one dies, but lawn gnomes aren’t so lucky). Music swings from twangy banjo riffs to pulsing rock during showdowns. Jill’s tactical know-how is played for laughs—she MacGyvers booby traps from garden tools—while Darlene’s unhinged rants are both vile and oddly poetic.

Key Characters:

  • Jill Joyner: Resilient, sarcastic, handy with a knife or a quip. Loves her puppy and her freedom but struggles to let people in.
  • Darlene "Karen" Kowalski: Chaos incarnate, equal parts cunning and delusional. Rules her biker posse with a mix of charm and tantrums.
  • Rufus: The puppy, a floppy-eared trouble magnet who unwittingly fuels the war.
  • Bubba: Gentle giant biker, torn between loyalty to Darlene and respect for Jill’s grit.
  • Tammy: Darlene’s snarky sidekick, secretly rooting for Jill to shake things up.
  • Marge: HOA tyrant, loves power but crumbles under pressure.

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Thank you so much Joshua Goldman for the perfect 5 star rating!!

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