We do not get much else to work with in terms of concrete plot details, but this quick trailer seems to make it reasonably clear that Barry is aiming to balance the inherent darkness of its premise with the relatable, awkward comedy that Bill Hader typically excels at in his roles.
The upcoming HBO project centers on the titular Barry (Bill Hader), a veteran assassin who finds a love for acting during a mission in Los Angeles.
There will be plenty of laughs, but there also appears to be an explicit recognition of what Barry does for a living — guns, blood, and all.
Barry is one of those series that has been on our collective radar for quite some time, but this first look indicates the show will strike a darker tone than we previously anticipated.