Scott Foley Headlines New Faith-Based Drama It’s Not Like That Set for January Debut on Prime Video

Veteran television star Scott Foley is stepping into deeply emotional territory with It’s Not Like That, a new family drama series set to premiere January 25 on Prime Video. The eight-episode series marks a significant move into faith-based storytelling for both Foley and the platform, as the project launches through Wonder Project’s subscription channel with an initial two-episode debut, followed by weekly releases for the remaining six episodes.

In addition, the first episode will be made available to all Prime Video subscribers on January 25 as a special preview, with a wider global rollout expected at a later date.

It’s Not Like That centers on Malcolm, portrayed by Foley, a modern-day pastor navigating life as a widower and single father to three children. Once part of a close-knit family unit with longtime friends, Malcolm’s world is forever changed by loss. Across the street lives Lori, played by Erinn Hayes, a newly divorced mother raising two teenagers. As both families struggle through personal upheaval, Malcolm and Lori find their lives increasingly intertwined in unexpected ways.

Though the series teases the possibility of romance, the creators insist the heart of the story lies in emotional healing, resilience, and the complexity of rebuilding after life-altering change. The show explores grief, faith, parenting, and the delicate balance between spiritual leadership and private vulnerability.

The ensemble cast expands that emotional scope. Additional cast members include J.R. Ramirez as David Soto, Caleb Baumann as Merritt Soto, Cary Christopher as Justin Jeffries, Leven Miranda as Flora Jeffries, Liv Lindell as Casey Soto, and Cassidy Paul as Penelope Jeffries. Together, the young cast members play the children caught in the emotional crosscurrents of fractured families attempting to become whole again.

Series creators Ian Deitchman and Kristin Robinson, who also serve as showrunners, executive producers, and writers, describe the project as deeply personal and timely.

“It’s Not Like That is a story about hope, and finding light after loss, rebuilding families and exhibiting grace in the most uncertain circumstances,” Deitchman and Robinson said in a joint statement. “There is a powerful dynamic around what we all choose to hold onto when everything around us is falling apart, and how we find our way back — something we hope audiences will relate to and love.”

The production boasts an extensive team of high-profile executive producers. In addition to Deitchman and Robinson, Garrett Lerner serves as executive producer, alongside Jon Erwin, Justin Rosenblatt, and Jon Gunn for Wonder Project. Foley also takes on executive producing duties, joined by Brad Silberling and Alex Goldstone representing 42 & Anonymous Content, as well as the Florida-based Kingdom Story Company. The series is produced by Amazon MGM Studios.

The project reflects a broader industry trend as major streaming platforms increasingly explore faith-based and family-oriented programming. Once largely confined to niche distribution, inspirational content has seen a resurgence driven by strong audience demand for stories centered on community, redemption, and moral reflection.

For Foley, best known for roles in long-running hits across drama, comedy, and political thrillers, this marks one of his most emotionally grounded roles to date. Playing a grieving pastor balancing spiritual leadership with personal heartbreak pushes the actor into quieter, more introspective terrain. The character of Malcolm must shepherd others through pain while privately navigating his own unresolved sorrow — a tension that serves as one of the show’s most compelling dramatic engines.

It’s Not Like That also distinguishes itself by avoiding simple moral absolutes. Rather than presenting easy answers, the series places its characters inside difficult decisions shaped by faith, doubt, family loyalty, and personal longing. The question of whether Malcolm and Lori’s growing connection is emotional refuge or romantic destiny remains an intentional slow burn throughout the first season.

Wonder Project describes the series as a story about families learning to live again after devastation — confronting loneliness, fear, and uncertainty while striving to remain hopeful. By framing these struggles within the rhythms of everyday life rather than grand spectacle, the show aims to resonate across religious and secular audiences alike.

With its January debut approaching, It’s Not Like That arrives at a moment when viewers are increasingly seeking uplifting yet emotionally honest storytelling. Whether it becomes a breakout hit for Wonder Project remains to be seen, but early anticipation suggests the series may strike a powerful chord with audiences looking for heart, healing, and human connection in uncertain times.