Uploaded August 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Joy Sunday discusses her role as detective Jodie Plumb on HBO’s “DTF St. Louis.” She breaks down how she prepared for the role after being cast just weeks before filming, including repeatedly reading the scripts and creating a mind map to track the series’ nonlinear story and Jodie’s emotional journey.
Sunday also talks about building a rapport with Richard Jenkins, finding Jodie’s unconventional style, balancing the show’s dark and comedic tone, and her favorite and most challenging scenes. Plus, she shares advice on showing up and empowering yourself and other actors.
Joy Sunday discusses her role as detective Jodie Plumb on HBO’s “DTF St. Louis.” She breaks down how she prepared for the role after being cast just weeks before filming, including repeatedly reading the scripts and creating a mind map to track the series’ nonlinear story and Jodie’s emotional journey.
Sunday also talks about building a rapport with Richard Jenkins, finding Jodie’s unconventional style, balancing the show’s dark and comedic tone, and her favorite and most challenging scenes. Plus, she shares advice on showing up and empowering yourself and other actors.
