A down-to-earth radio host teams up with a quirky astronaut aboard the International Space Station for a hilarious and heartwarming deep dive into the cosmos, inspiring listeners on Earth to reach for the stars.

SYNOPSIS:

Charlie "Cosmic Charles" Mulberry, a small-town radio host with a giant love for all things space, is known for his infectious enthusiasm and folksy charm. But his down-to-earth approach to space exploration clashes spectacularly when he's paired with Valentina "Val" Petrova, a brilliant but socially awkward astronaut stationed on the International Space Station (ISS).

QSKY radio launches a new segment: "Chasing the Stars with Cosmic Charles." Each week, Val beams down live from the ISS, sharing mind-blowing scientific discoveries and breathtaking views of Earth from space. Charles, meanwhile, tackles listener questions about the cosmos, weaving in humor, pop culture references, and even interviews with everyday people with extraordinary space dreams.

Despite their initial friction, Charles and Val develop an unlikely friendship. Val loosens up, sharing personal stories and her passion for space exploration. Charles, inspired by Val's dedication, starts an outreach program, connecting underprivileged kids with scientists and astronauts, igniting their curiosity about the universe.

As the show's popularity grows, so does the bond between Charles and Val. They face challenges, from technical difficulties to the ever-present threat of budget cuts. But through it all, their combined humor, passion, and dedication create a powerful message: space exploration isn't just for the chosen few; it's for dreamers of all kinds.

Logline (Scene 1):

INT. RADIO STUDIO - NIGHT

A cozy radio studio with quirky space memorabilia. CHARLIE MULBERRY (50s, folksy charm), in a Hawaiian shirt and khakis, leans into the microphone.

CHARLES (Voice booming) Greetings, space cadets and earthlings alike! This is Cosmic Charles, your guide through the final frontier, right here on QSKY radio! Buckle up, because tonight we're hurtling towards the Andromeda Galaxy!

Logline (Scene 2):

INT. INTERNATIONAL SPACE STATION - DAY

Futuristic and cramped, the space station whizzes around Earth. VALENTINA PETROVA (30s, brilliant, slightly awkward), in a spacesuit, floats in front of a monitor displaying Earth.

VAL (Dryly) This is Dr. Valentina Petrova, reporting live from the International Space Station. Today, we'll be discussing the ongoing research on…

Logline (Scene 3):

INT. RADIO STUDIO - NIGHT

Charles jams to space-themed music, phone clutched to his ear.

CHARLES (Flustered) Hold on, folks, seems we have a bit of a technical difficulty… Apparently, Dr. Space… I mean, Dr. Petrova… is having some… signal issues…

Logline (Scene 4):

INT. INTERNATIONAL SPACE STATION - DAY

Val adjusts a satellite dish, frustration evident.

VAL Ugh, come on, you rusty bucket of bolts!

Logline (Scene 5) - Montage

• Charles interviews a child who dreams of becoming an astronaut. Val watches the interview on the ISS, a small smile playing on her lips.
• Charles, struggling with scientific terminology, uses wacky analogies to explain a complex space phenomenon. Val chuckles to herself.
• Charles organizes a stargazing event for underprivileged kids. Val beams down a live message, answering their questions with genuine warmth.

Logline (Scene 6):

INT. RADIO STUDIO - NIGHT

Charles and Val chat on air, a comfortable ease between them.

CHARLES Thanks to you, Val, space exploration doesn't feel so out of reach anymore. You make it real, you make it exciting!

VAL (Smiling) And you, Charles, make it relatable. You remind everyone that the universe is full of wonder, waiting to be discovered.

Logline (Scene 7):

INT. QSKY RADIO STATION - DAY

Charles is informed the show might be cancelled due to budget cuts. He's heartbroken.

Logline (Scene 8):

INT. INTERNATIONAL SPACE STATION - DAY

Val sees Charles' dejection on a video feed. She gathers the station crew and hatches a plan.

Logline (Scene 9):

INT. QSKY RADIO STATION - NIGHT

Charles is about to announce the show's end when a surprise video message appears on screen.