Two 'Jury Duty' Stars Reflect on Surprise Fame

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Only two people in the world know what it's like to be the heroic moral center of Prime Video's hidden-camera comedy experiment Jury Duty—and they've finally met. In a special episode that drops April 10 titled 'The Meeting,' Ronald Gladden, the unsuspecting star of the Emmy-nominated first season of Jury Duty, arrives at a Los Angeles studio to meet his counterpart, James Marsden, who starred in the show's second season.

Why it matters

Jury Duty has become a surprise hit for Prime Video, with its unique format of placing an unsuspecting person in a mock jury duty scenario and capturing their genuine reactions. The show has resonated with viewers for its heartwarming portrayal of everyday people thrust into the spotlight, and this special episode allows the two stars to reflect on their unexpected fame.

The details

In the special episode, Gladden and Marsden discuss their experiences being the unwitting stars of Jury Duty, from the initial shock of realizing they were the focus of a hidden-camera show to the aftermath of their newfound fame. The two men, who had never met before, bond over their shared experience of being thrust into the public eye and the challenges that came with it.

• The special episode 'The Meeting' drops on Prime Video on April 10, 2026.
• Jury Duty's first season, starring Ronald Gladden, was nominated for an Emmy award.

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