ATX TV Festival & Apple TV present Tatiana Maslany & Jake Johnson in Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed
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TV fans, this is your chance to get seriously (and hilariously) tangled up in suburban chaos, Apple TV–style.
ATX TV Festival & Apple TV present a special advance screening of Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed, the darkly funny new series starring Tatiana Maslany and Jake Johnson. The show follows Paula, a newly divorced mom whose attempt to rebuild her life takes a wild detour into blackmail, murder, and youth soccer after she becomes convinced she’s witnessed a crime.
At this event, you’ll catch Episodes 4 and 5 before they hit the streaming world, then stick around as the creative team dives into the juicy details of making the series. Expect behind-the-scenes stories, character insights, and plenty of sharp, offbeat humor that mirrors the show itself.
- What you’ll experience: A sneak-peek screening that puts you right in the middle of Paula’s spiraling world of secrets, sideline drama, and questionable choices.
- Live conversation: After the episodes, creator and executive producer David J. Rosen joins the cast to unpack how this twisted, suburban thriller-comedy came together.
- Star-packed panel:
- Tatiana Maslany (Paula) bringing her signature intensity and charm
- Jake Johnson with his laid-back, razor-sharp comedic energy
- Murray Bartlett, Jessy Hodges, and Brandon Flynn rounding out the perfectly chaotic ensemble
- David J. Rosen sharing how this particular brand of neighborhood madness was born
- Festival vibes: This screening is part of ATX TV Festival’s stacked Season 15 lineup, so you’re not just going to a show—you’re stepping into a full-on TV camp for grown-ups.
- How tickets work: A limited number of single tickets are released for select ATX TV Festival events. Single-ticket holders are seated after badge and pass holders, and all seats are first-come, first-served, so arriving early is part of the fun.
- Make it a TV week: If this event just whets your appetite, you can explore TV passes or local discounts to catch even more screenings, panels, and reunions across the festival.
With its blend of mystery, dark comedy, and sideline drama, Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed is tailor-made for anyone who loves their TV a little twisted and a lot addictive. This is the kind of event where you laugh, gasp, and then immediately start theorizing with the person next to you.
If you want bragging rights for discovering your next binge before it drops widely, this is the screening to circle on your calendar.
Venue Details
Tucked into bustling Congress Avenue, the historic State Theatre in downtown Austin is a jewel box of Art Deco charm and creative energy. Opened in 1935 as the city’s first purpose-built movie house, it now goes by “Stateside at the Paramount” and pairs vintage character with a thoroughly modern lineup of performances.
- The theatre is part of the Paramount Theatre complex, sharing its block and history while offering a more intimate, 305-seat setting that puts every guest close to the action.
- Its design reflects the sleek lines and geometric flair of the Art Deco era, with a cozy auditorium that feels tailor-made for live storytelling, sharp stand-up, and atmospheric film screenings.
- Originally created for cinema, the space has evolved into a multi-use venue that hosts drama, comedy, music, dance, podcasts, spoken-word events, festivals, and special film programs.
- Over the decades, careful renovations and repairs have preserved its historic character while improving comfort, acoustics, and technical capabilities for both audiences and performers.
- The State Theatre is a key stage for Austin’s Moontower Comedy Festival and other marquee events, giving audiences a chance to see big-name acts and rising stars in a small, character-filled room.
- Its stadium-style seating and cushy chairs create excellent sightlines throughout the house, enhancing the feeling of being immersed in whatever is happening on stage.
- The theatre’s programming reflects Austin’s eclectic tastes, ranging from music and comedy to local award shows and community-centered performances that keep the venue deeply connected to the city’s arts scene.
- Because it operates under the Austin Theatre Alliance alongside the larger Paramount next door, the State benefits from shared resources and thoughtful curation, resulting in a busy calendar with a wide variety of events.
- Concessions lean into the classic theatre experience, with popcorn, candy, and a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages that make it easy to relax and settle in before the show.
- Whether you know it as the State Theatre or Stateside at the Paramount, this landmark blends nostalgia and contemporary creativity, offering a warm, intimate place to experience Austin’s vibrant performing arts up close.