Hugh Grant's homemade iPhone audition clip left the 'Unfrosted' writers "stunned".The 'Notting Hill' star features in Jerry Seinfeld's comedy 'Unfrosted' as Thurl Ravenscroft – the actor who played Tony the Tiger for several decades – and his home-filmed try-out couldn't have gone down any better.Recalling his audition, Seinfeld's co-writer Spike Feresten told IndieWire: “He had a glass of wine in his hand, and he was on the couch.“We were just stunned on how homemade his audition was — and how good it was. Here’s Hugh Grant at 8 o’clock at night before he goes to bed, crushing the lines. Crushing. That’s when we said, ‘Jerry, close this for us. Get this guy.’”It was no doubt a relief that Grant was perfect for the role because they were "terrified" of not being able to cast anyone.Seinfeld - who also plays Bob Cabana,...
- 4/26/2024
- by Lizzie Baker
- Bang Showbiz
Bill Burr was in the middle of a standup set in the original room at The Comedy Cellar when his cell phone rang: It was Jerry Seinfeld. What do you do? Burr answered.
Seinfeld wanted Burr to play JFK in his Pop-Tarts (fake) origin story, “Unfrosted.” Burr immediately accepted the role — and then went back to telling jokes to the paying customers.
It was the fastest (and the most public) “yes” that Seinfeld and his writing partner Spike Feresten say they got from a tremendous ensemble comedy cast that includes Seinfeld himself, as well as Jim Gaffigan, Melissa McCarthy, Amy Poehler, Hugh Grant, Max Greenfield, Christian Slater, James Marsden, Jack McBrayer — there’s honestly just too many to list. That wasn’t always the case.
“There was a long time where we didn’t have anybody to make this movie. We had the budget, we had the script, but we...
Seinfeld wanted Burr to play JFK in his Pop-Tarts (fake) origin story, “Unfrosted.” Burr immediately accepted the role — and then went back to telling jokes to the paying customers.
It was the fastest (and the most public) “yes” that Seinfeld and his writing partner Spike Feresten say they got from a tremendous ensemble comedy cast that includes Seinfeld himself, as well as Jim Gaffigan, Melissa McCarthy, Amy Poehler, Hugh Grant, Max Greenfield, Christian Slater, James Marsden, Jack McBrayer — there’s honestly just too many to list. That wasn’t always the case.
“There was a long time where we didn’t have anybody to make this movie. We had the budget, we had the script, but we...
- 4/25/2024
- by Tony Maglio
- Indiewire
Comedian Jerry Seinfeld is telling it how it is and thus recently did not hesitate to share a candid insight during an interview with GQ magazine. Despite his extensive experience in the industry and involvement across various genres, including his upcoming directorial debut, Seinfeld acknowledged a harsh reality and that the industry might be on the decline. Nonetheless, he moved forward with his directorial venture, undeterred by the current challenging landscape as per the actor himself.
Jerry Seinfeld in the NBC sitcom Seinfeld Why Jerry Seinfeld Thinks the Movie Industry is Over
Jerry Seinfeld complained about the lack of grand, enduring cinematic spectacles that once captivated audiences for months on end. He noted a decline in the impact of modern films compared to their predecessors.
Suggested“I was angry”: Jerry Seinfeld’s Humiliating Exit from First TV Show Sowed the Seeds of His Billion Dollar Sitcom Career
In an interview with GQ,...
Jerry Seinfeld in the NBC sitcom Seinfeld Why Jerry Seinfeld Thinks the Movie Industry is Over
Jerry Seinfeld complained about the lack of grand, enduring cinematic spectacles that once captivated audiences for months on end. He noted a decline in the impact of modern films compared to their predecessors.
Suggested“I was angry”: Jerry Seinfeld’s Humiliating Exit from First TV Show Sowed the Seeds of His Billion Dollar Sitcom Career
In an interview with GQ,...
- 4/23/2024
- by Sampurna Banerjee
- FandomWire
Jerry Seinfeld quipped this week that “the movie business is over” because of a sense of confusion among show business workers.
“Disorientation replaced the movie business,” Seinfeld told GQ. “Everyone I know in show business, every day, is going, ‘What’s going on? How do you do this? What are we supposed to do now?'”
Seinfeld was speaking to the outlet in connection with his film Unfrosted, which releases on Netflix next month. The project marks Seinfeld’s directorial film debut.
“It was totally new to me,” he said of the experience. “I thought I had done some cool stuff, but it was nothing like the way these people work. They’re so dead serious! They don’t have any idea that the movie business is over. They have no idea.”
Elaborating on his point, the comedian added he “did not” tell his coworkers that film is over. “But...
“Disorientation replaced the movie business,” Seinfeld told GQ. “Everyone I know in show business, every day, is going, ‘What’s going on? How do you do this? What are we supposed to do now?'”
Seinfeld was speaking to the outlet in connection with his film Unfrosted, which releases on Netflix next month. The project marks Seinfeld’s directorial film debut.
“It was totally new to me,” he said of the experience. “I thought I had done some cool stuff, but it was nothing like the way these people work. They’re so dead serious! They don’t have any idea that the movie business is over. They have no idea.”
Elaborating on his point, the comedian added he “did not” tell his coworkers that film is over. “But...
- 4/23/2024
- by Zoe G Phillips
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Exclusive: Kelly Marie Tran and Miles Robbins will star in Shal Ngo’s Control Freak, a psychological thriller from WorthenBrooks for Hulu Originals. The feature film has wrapped production and will premiere in early 2025.
Control Freak follows a motivational speaker plagued by an uncontrollable itch on her head, who becomes infected with a parasitic demon from her homeland. Tran stars as “Valerie,” alongside Robbins who plays her husband, “Robbie.”
Additional cast includes Toan Le (The Sympathizer) as Valerie’s father, “Sang” and Kieu Chinh (The Joy Luck Club) as her “Aunt Thuy.”
Toan Le and Kieu Chinh
Ngo was tapped to direct Control Freak based on the short film Control. He also wrote and directed for Season 2 of Hulu’s Bite Size Halloween. WorthenBrooks developed Control Freak for Hulu Originals with David Brooks,...
Control Freak follows a motivational speaker plagued by an uncontrollable itch on her head, who becomes infected with a parasitic demon from her homeland. Tran stars as “Valerie,” alongside Robbins who plays her husband, “Robbie.”
Additional cast includes Toan Le (The Sympathizer) as Valerie’s father, “Sang” and Kieu Chinh (The Joy Luck Club) as her “Aunt Thuy.”
Toan Le and Kieu Chinh
Ngo was tapped to direct Control Freak based on the short film Control. He also wrote and directed for Season 2 of Hulu’s Bite Size Halloween. WorthenBrooks developed Control Freak for Hulu Originals with David Brooks,...
- 4/19/2024
- by Rosy Cordero
- Deadline Film + TV
‘Succession’ has gone out with one final bang: The HBO drama won two Writers Guild of America Awards on Sunday night — the most of any series — for best drama series and also for best drama episode. Creator Jesse Armstrong was on hand in New York to accept the award, while several of the show’s writers were also in LA to accept the honor.
This reps the final major awards show where “Succession” (which ended its run last May) was still eligible. Besides best drama, the show also won the episodic drama prize, for the episode “Living+,” written by Georgia Pritchett and Will Arbery.
The WGA Awards recognized the best of 2023’s television and film via its annual event held this year at the Hollywood Palladium for the West Coast edition and at New York’s Edison Ballroom for the East Coast ceremony.
Big winners on the film side included “American Fiction” writer Cord Jefferson,...
This reps the final major awards show where “Succession” (which ended its run last May) was still eligible. Besides best drama, the show also won the episodic drama prize, for the episode “Living+,” written by Georgia Pritchett and Will Arbery.
The WGA Awards recognized the best of 2023’s television and film via its annual event held this year at the Hollywood Palladium for the West Coast edition and at New York’s Edison Ballroom for the East Coast ceremony.
Big winners on the film side included “American Fiction” writer Cord Jefferson,...
- 4/14/2024
- by Michael Schneider
- Variety Film + TV
Bokeem Woodbine, Sunita Mani, and Adam Beach have joined the upcoming Apple TV+ dramedy “Government Cheese,” Variety has learned.
They will star in the series alongside previously announced lead David Oyelowo as well as Simone Missick. Variety exclusively reported the show was in the works at Apple in June 2022.
Based on the short film of the same name by Paul Hunter, “Government Cheese” follows Hampton Chambers (Oyelowo), described as “a man recently released from prison who struggles to keep his criminal past at bay and win back his family, all while processing moments of divine intervention that seem to happen with increasing frequency.”
Woodbine ‘s recent TV credits include the “Halo” series at Paramount+, “Ripley” at Netflix, and “Wu-Tang: An American Saga” at Hulu. He has also been in shows like “Fargo,” “Saving Grace,” and “Underground.” On the film side, he recently starred opposite Bill Burr and Bobby Cannavale in “Old Dads,...
They will star in the series alongside previously announced lead David Oyelowo as well as Simone Missick. Variety exclusively reported the show was in the works at Apple in June 2022.
Based on the short film of the same name by Paul Hunter, “Government Cheese” follows Hampton Chambers (Oyelowo), described as “a man recently released from prison who struggles to keep his criminal past at bay and win back his family, all while processing moments of divine intervention that seem to happen with increasing frequency.”
Woodbine ‘s recent TV credits include the “Halo” series at Paramount+, “Ripley” at Netflix, and “Wu-Tang: An American Saga” at Hulu. He has also been in shows like “Fargo,” “Saving Grace,” and “Underground.” On the film side, he recently starred opposite Bill Burr and Bobby Cannavale in “Old Dads,...
- 4/12/2024
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
Hollywood is filled with unique casting stories but it looks like comedian Bill Burr takes the cake on this one. From making fun of Star Wars during his stand-up performances to playing Migs Mayfeld in The Mandalorian, Bill Burr came a long way. But the question is, why would Star Wars want to cast a man who has been making fun of their extremely popular franchise?
Bill Burr as Migs Mayfeld in The Mandalorian
Well, that is exactly why. During a recent interview, Bill Burr revealed that The Mandalorian’s creator Jon Favreau found his jokes on the franchise so hilarious that he decided to cast him in the series. Recalling his conversation with Jon Favreau, Bill Burr gives an insight into the conversation he had with the filmmaker before getting cast as Migs Mayfeld.
Bill Burr Recalls His The Mandalorian Casting
Bill Burr during Wired’s autocomplete interview
Actor...
Bill Burr as Migs Mayfeld in The Mandalorian
Well, that is exactly why. During a recent interview, Bill Burr revealed that The Mandalorian’s creator Jon Favreau found his jokes on the franchise so hilarious that he decided to cast him in the series. Recalling his conversation with Jon Favreau, Bill Burr gives an insight into the conversation he had with the filmmaker before getting cast as Migs Mayfeld.
Bill Burr Recalls His The Mandalorian Casting
Bill Burr during Wired’s autocomplete interview
Actor...
- 4/2/2024
- by Mishkaat Khan
- FandomWire
What’s the deal with Pop-Tarts? Jerry Seinfeld is here to provide an answer.
Netflix just released the first trailer for “Unfrosted,” Seinfeld’s feature directorial debut that ostensibly explains how Kellogg’s invented the breakfast treat beloved by millions for decades.
“Michigan, 1963. Kellogg’s and Post, sworn cereal rivals, race to create a pastry that will change the face of breakfast forever. A tale of ambition, betrayal, sugar, and menacing milkmen,” reads the Netflix description.
But as shown in the trailer, “Unfrosted” is anything but straight-faced, and instead treats this de facto arms race like an actual arms race, with Post (led by Amy Schumer and Max Greenfield) positioned as the Soviet Union to the United States of Kellogg’s (where Seinfeld and Melissa McCarthy are the heroes). The all-star cast also includes Jim Gaffigan, Hugh Grant, James Marsden, Bill Burr, Christian Slater, Jack McBrayer, Thomas Lennon, and Bobby Moynihan.
Netflix just released the first trailer for “Unfrosted,” Seinfeld’s feature directorial debut that ostensibly explains how Kellogg’s invented the breakfast treat beloved by millions for decades.
“Michigan, 1963. Kellogg’s and Post, sworn cereal rivals, race to create a pastry that will change the face of breakfast forever. A tale of ambition, betrayal, sugar, and menacing milkmen,” reads the Netflix description.
But as shown in the trailer, “Unfrosted” is anything but straight-faced, and instead treats this de facto arms race like an actual arms race, with Post (led by Amy Schumer and Max Greenfield) positioned as the Soviet Union to the United States of Kellogg’s (where Seinfeld and Melissa McCarthy are the heroes). The all-star cast also includes Jim Gaffigan, Hugh Grant, James Marsden, Bill Burr, Christian Slater, Jack McBrayer, Thomas Lennon, and Bobby Moynihan.
- 4/1/2024
- by Christopher Rosen
- Gold Derby
Here’s a look at this week’s biggest premieres, parties and openings in Los Angeles and New York, including events for Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire, The First Omen and Palm Royale.
Human Rights Campaign dinner
Jean Smart and Sterling K. Brown were honored at Human Rights Campaign’s annual Los Angeles dinner on Saturday, which also featured a keynote speech from First Lady Jill Biden.
Jean Smart Tarell Alvin McCraney and Sterling K. Brown
Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire premiere
Rebecca Hall, Dan Stevens and Brian Tyree Henry joined director Adam Wingard at the L.A premiere of their MonsterVerse movie on Monday.
Adam Wingard, Brian Tyree Henry, Fala Chen, Rebecca Hall, Kaylee Hottle and Dan Stevens
Palm Royale Paley Center event
On Tuesday, The Paley Center for Media hosted “Kristen Wiig and Carol Burnett: A Night with Apple TV+’s Palm Royale” at The Paley Museum in New York,...
Human Rights Campaign dinner
Jean Smart and Sterling K. Brown were honored at Human Rights Campaign’s annual Los Angeles dinner on Saturday, which also featured a keynote speech from First Lady Jill Biden.
Jean Smart Tarell Alvin McCraney and Sterling K. Brown
Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire premiere
Rebecca Hall, Dan Stevens and Brian Tyree Henry joined director Adam Wingard at the L.A premiere of their MonsterVerse movie on Monday.
Adam Wingard, Brian Tyree Henry, Fala Chen, Rebecca Hall, Kaylee Hottle and Dan Stevens
Palm Royale Paley Center event
On Tuesday, The Paley Center for Media hosted “Kristen Wiig and Carol Burnett: A Night with Apple TV+’s Palm Royale” at The Paley Museum in New York,...
- 3/29/2024
- by Kirsten Chuba
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Sneak Peek Jerry Seinfeld’s new comedy directorial debut “Unfrosted: The Pop-Tart Story”, starring Seinfeld, Melissa McCarthy, Jim Gaffigan, Amy Schumer, James Marsden, Jack McBrayer, Thomas Lennon, Bobby Moynihan, Maria Bakalova, Max Greenfield, Bill Burr, Dan Levy, Christian Slater and Hugh Grant, streaming May 3, 2024 on Netflix:
“…’Kellogg's’ and ‘Post Cereal’ compete…
“…to see if they can produce a revolutionary breakfast pastry in 1963 Michigan…”
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“…’Kellogg's’ and ‘Post Cereal’ compete…
“…to see if they can produce a revolutionary breakfast pastry in 1963 Michigan…”
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- 3/29/2024
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
A recognized cereal aficionado, Jerry Seinfeld turns his attention to another breakfast treat, the Pop-Tart, in the trailer for his upcoming film, Unfrosted: The Pop-Tart Story. He gives the subject matter the full Oppenheimer treatment, satirically showing a countdown and a launch of the beloved confection before giving a brief history of cereal. The film, which premieres on Netflix on May 3, marks Seinfeld’s directorial debut.
The trailer shows Seinfeld, in some sort of character, enthusing about the discovery of the Pop-Tart and the ensuing fracas between Post and Kellogg’s.
The trailer shows Seinfeld, in some sort of character, enthusing about the discovery of the Pop-Tart and the ensuing fracas between Post and Kellogg’s.
- 3/28/2024
- by Kory Grow
- Rollingstone.com
Jerry Seinfeld co-writes, directs and stars in Pop Tarts’ origin story, titled Unfrosted, here’s the trailer.
Jerry Seinfeld’s self-titled sitcom Seinfeld remains to this day one of the most successful, not to mention lucrative, sitcoms in television history. Seinfeld co-created the show with Larry David, and starred alongside Jason Alexander, Julia-Lois-Dreyfus and Michael Richards. It followed the trivial goings on in the life of the comedian and his friends.
The shadow of the self proclaimed ‘show about nothing’ still looms large over the American sitcom landscape, with David going on to create and star in Curb Your Enthusiasm. In season 7, David wrote a Seinfeld reunion story arc, culminating in footage from a new episode. The final episode of Curb Your Enthusiasm airs on Sky Atlantic next month.
Though Seinfeld has continued to have huge success as a stand up comedian, and as host of the interview series Comedians In Cars Getting Coffee,...
Jerry Seinfeld’s self-titled sitcom Seinfeld remains to this day one of the most successful, not to mention lucrative, sitcoms in television history. Seinfeld co-created the show with Larry David, and starred alongside Jason Alexander, Julia-Lois-Dreyfus and Michael Richards. It followed the trivial goings on in the life of the comedian and his friends.
The shadow of the self proclaimed ‘show about nothing’ still looms large over the American sitcom landscape, with David going on to create and star in Curb Your Enthusiasm. In season 7, David wrote a Seinfeld reunion story arc, culminating in footage from a new episode. The final episode of Curb Your Enthusiasm airs on Sky Atlantic next month.
Though Seinfeld has continued to have huge success as a stand up comedian, and as host of the interview series Comedians In Cars Getting Coffee,...
- 3/28/2024
- by Jake Godfrey
- Film Stories
Jerry Seinfeld, Adrian Martinez, Jack McBrayer, Thomas Lennon, Bobby Moynihan, James Marsden
Photo: John P. Johnson
It’s the movie that will make you say, “This is Jerry Seinfeld’s directorial debut? Huh!” The first trailer for Unfrosted, premiering on Netflix on May 3, is here. If you’re wondering why Seinfeld chose this,...
Photo: John P. Johnson
It’s the movie that will make you say, “This is Jerry Seinfeld’s directorial debut? Huh!” The first trailer for Unfrosted, premiering on Netflix on May 3, is here. If you’re wondering why Seinfeld chose this,...
- 3/28/2024
- by Mary Kate Carr
- avclub.com
From Beanie Babies to Pop-Tarts, the history of distinctly American consumerism is taking a big screen swing.
Jerry Seinfeld writes, directs, and stars in Netflix’s “Unfrosted: The Pop-Tart Story” centered on cereal rival companies Kellogg’s and Post that set out in a culinary equivalent of the space race: create a pastry that will change the face of breakfast. The film is set in the aptly-titled Battle Creek, Michigan in 1963. “Unfrosted” marks Seinfeld’s directorial debut.
The all-star cast includes Melissa McCarthy, Jim Gaffigan, Amy Schumer, Max Greenfield, Christian Slater, Bill Burr, Daniel Levy, James Marsden, Jack McBrayer, Thomas Lennon, Bobby Moynihan, Adrian Martinez, Sarah Cooper, and Fred Armisen. Hugh Grant also plays an early Tony the Tiger mascot, swapping the Oompa Loompa orange from “Wonka” for tiger stripes in a full-on costume you have to see to believe.
“Unfrosted” is co-written by Seinfeld, Spike Feresten, Andy Robin, and Barry Marder,...
Jerry Seinfeld writes, directs, and stars in Netflix’s “Unfrosted: The Pop-Tart Story” centered on cereal rival companies Kellogg’s and Post that set out in a culinary equivalent of the space race: create a pastry that will change the face of breakfast. The film is set in the aptly-titled Battle Creek, Michigan in 1963. “Unfrosted” marks Seinfeld’s directorial debut.
The all-star cast includes Melissa McCarthy, Jim Gaffigan, Amy Schumer, Max Greenfield, Christian Slater, Bill Burr, Daniel Levy, James Marsden, Jack McBrayer, Thomas Lennon, Bobby Moynihan, Adrian Martinez, Sarah Cooper, and Fred Armisen. Hugh Grant also plays an early Tony the Tiger mascot, swapping the Oompa Loompa orange from “Wonka” for tiger stripes in a full-on costume you have to see to believe.
“Unfrosted” is co-written by Seinfeld, Spike Feresten, Andy Robin, and Barry Marder,...
- 3/28/2024
- by Samantha Bergeson
- Indiewire
Netflix has released the trailer, poster, and photos for Jerry Seinfeld’s Pop-Tarts movie, Unfrosted, which will be available on the streaming service on May 3, 2024.
Battle Creek, Michigan, 1963. Kellogg’s and Post, sworn cereal rivals, race to create a pastry that will change the face of breakfast forever. A wildly imaginative tale of ambition, betrayal, and menacing milkmen – sweetened with artificial ingredients – Unfrosted stars Jerry Seinfeld in his directorial film debut.
Seinfeld directed the comedy from a script he wrote with Spike Feresten, Andy Robin, and Barry Marder. Seinfeld, Feresten, and Beau Bauman produced the film, which was executive-produced by Andy Robin, Barry Marder, and Cherylanne Martin.
In addition to Jerry Seinfeld, the cast includes Melissa McCarthy, Jim Gaffigan, Hugh Grant, Amy Schumer, Max Greenfield, Christian Slater, Bill Burr, Daniel Levy, James Marsden, Jack McBrayer, Thomas Lennon, Bobby Moynihan, Adrian Martinez, Sarah Cooper, and Fred Armisen.
“Spike Feresten and I,...
Battle Creek, Michigan, 1963. Kellogg’s and Post, sworn cereal rivals, race to create a pastry that will change the face of breakfast forever. A wildly imaginative tale of ambition, betrayal, and menacing milkmen – sweetened with artificial ingredients – Unfrosted stars Jerry Seinfeld in his directorial film debut.
Seinfeld directed the comedy from a script he wrote with Spike Feresten, Andy Robin, and Barry Marder. Seinfeld, Feresten, and Beau Bauman produced the film, which was executive-produced by Andy Robin, Barry Marder, and Cherylanne Martin.
In addition to Jerry Seinfeld, the cast includes Melissa McCarthy, Jim Gaffigan, Hugh Grant, Amy Schumer, Max Greenfield, Christian Slater, Bill Burr, Daniel Levy, James Marsden, Jack McBrayer, Thomas Lennon, Bobby Moynihan, Adrian Martinez, Sarah Cooper, and Fred Armisen.
“Spike Feresten and I,...
- 3/28/2024
- by Mirko Parlevliet
- Vital Thrills
If you are a fan of the classic TV sitcom Seinfeld, then you have seen how big a role cereal plays in Jerry’s life. However, the famous comedian has taken his love to a whole new level with the over-the-top portrayal of the reinvention of breakfast as Pop-Tarts hit the market in Unfrosted. Unfrosted is a comedy that stars Seinfeld, but it also marks his directorial debut for a comedy feature film. The cast list is also an amazing who’s who of comedy actors which features Jerry Seinfeld, Melissa McCarthy, Jim Gaffigan, Hugh Grant, Amy Schumer, Max Greenfield, Christian Slater, Bill Burr, Daniel Levy, James Marsden, Jack McBrayer, Thomas Lennon, Bobby Moynihan, Adrian Martinez, Sarah Cooper and Fred Armisen. You can watch the trailer in the embed above.
The official synopsis from Netflix reads,
“Battle Creek, Michigan, 1963. Kellogg’s and Post, sworn cereal rivals, race to create a...
The official synopsis from Netflix reads,
“Battle Creek, Michigan, 1963. Kellogg’s and Post, sworn cereal rivals, race to create a...
- 3/28/2024
- by EJ Tangonan
- JoBlo.com
The space race rarely seemed so serious.
Jerry Seinfeld’s new Netflix comedy Unfrosted: The Pop-Tart Story charts a challenge that’s cleverly made to seem equally consequential: the ’60s-era battle between Kellogg’s and Post cereal companies to reinvent breakfast with the development of what would come to be known as Pop-Tarts.
And the stakes are high – and deadly.
“I believe we have split the atom of breakfast,” Seinfeld’s character pronounces.
After a series of cutthroat developments, Amy Schumer’s character ponders solemnly, “How did it get this far?”
“It’s breakfast,” comes the response. “Things happen.”
Netflix has assembled an all-star cast to tell this truth-inspired tale, with Seinfeld, making his directorial feature debut, starring alongside Melissa McCarthy, Jim Gaffigan, Amy Schumer and a slew of famous faces in cameo appearances. Among them: Hugh Grant, Max Greenfield, Bill Burr,...
Jerry Seinfeld’s new Netflix comedy Unfrosted: The Pop-Tart Story charts a challenge that’s cleverly made to seem equally consequential: the ’60s-era battle between Kellogg’s and Post cereal companies to reinvent breakfast with the development of what would come to be known as Pop-Tarts.
And the stakes are high – and deadly.
“I believe we have split the atom of breakfast,” Seinfeld’s character pronounces.
After a series of cutthroat developments, Amy Schumer’s character ponders solemnly, “How did it get this far?”
“It’s breakfast,” comes the response. “Things happen.”
Netflix has assembled an all-star cast to tell this truth-inspired tale, with Seinfeld, making his directorial feature debut, starring alongside Melissa McCarthy, Jim Gaffigan, Amy Schumer and a slew of famous faces in cameo appearances. Among them: Hugh Grant, Max Greenfield, Bill Burr,...
- 3/28/2024
- by Greg Evans
- Deadline Film + TV
Not a single person asked for this, but we're getting it anyway. You likely never wondered about the intense brand rivalry between Kellogg's and Post that went into the invention of Pop-Tarts -- and, honestly, why would you? -- but the real-life drama behind the breakfast staple proved too much to resist, apparently. In a world where we can get an Oscar-winning drama about Facebook from one of our greatest living directors, a weirdly watchable biopic on the guy behind McDonald's starring Batman, and most recently Ben Affleck and Matt Damon's "Moneyball"-like deep-dive into Nike's Air Jordan sneakers, why the heck wouldn't we get a movie all about the process behind how breakfast was reinvented forever?
From part-time comedian and star of "Bee Movie," "Unfrosted" marks Jerry Seinfeld's feature film directorial debut, stars an all-star ensemble of comedic talent, and, after years of Seinfeld threatening us with this movie,...
From part-time comedian and star of "Bee Movie," "Unfrosted" marks Jerry Seinfeld's feature film directorial debut, stars an all-star ensemble of comedic talent, and, after years of Seinfeld threatening us with this movie,...
- 3/28/2024
- by Jeremy Mathai
- Slash Film
What’s the deal with Unfrosted, the new Netflix movie from Jerry Seinfeld? Thanks to the new trailer, we find out exactly how the comedy spoofs the invention of Pop-Tarts. Watch it below.
Making his feature directorial debut, Seinfeld stars as a Kellogg’s cereal exec who aims to redefine breakfast with the toaster pastry we now know as the Pop-Tart. With Melissa McCarthy at his side, Seinfeld faces off against Post exec Amy Schumer, “stacking the deck” by enlisting celebrities like Steve Schwinn, “Chef Boyardee,” and Jack Lalanne.
Here’s the official logline: “Battle Creek, Michigan, 1963. Kellogg’s and Post, sworn cereal rivals, race to create a pastry that will change the face of breakfast forever. A wildly imaginative tale of ambition, betrayal, and menacing milkmen — sweetened with artificial ingredients.”
Thanks to an additional cast featuring Jim Gaffigan, Hugh Grant (as Tony the Tiger!), Max Greenfield, Christian Slater, Bill Burr,...
Making his feature directorial debut, Seinfeld stars as a Kellogg’s cereal exec who aims to redefine breakfast with the toaster pastry we now know as the Pop-Tart. With Melissa McCarthy at his side, Seinfeld faces off against Post exec Amy Schumer, “stacking the deck” by enlisting celebrities like Steve Schwinn, “Chef Boyardee,” and Jack Lalanne.
Here’s the official logline: “Battle Creek, Michigan, 1963. Kellogg’s and Post, sworn cereal rivals, race to create a pastry that will change the face of breakfast forever. A wildly imaginative tale of ambition, betrayal, and menacing milkmen — sweetened with artificial ingredients.”
Thanks to an additional cast featuring Jim Gaffigan, Hugh Grant (as Tony the Tiger!), Max Greenfield, Christian Slater, Bill Burr,...
- 3/28/2024
- by Eddie Fu
- Consequence - Film News
"There's always a surprise inside the box..." Netflix has unveiled the first official trailer for a comedy titled Unfrosted, marking the feature directorial debut of comedian Jerry Seinfeld. Last year there was Air and Flamin' Hot about corporations creating famous new products, this year we have Unfrosted about the origin of the (in)famous Pop-Tart. In a time when milk and cereal ruled breakfast, a fierce corporate battle begins over a revolutionary pastry. Michigan, 1963. Kellogg's and Post, sworn cereal rivals, race to create a pastry that will change the face of breakfast. A tale of ambition, betrayal, sugar, and menacing milkmen - starring and directed by Jerry Seinfeld. The concept is derived from one of Seinfeld's standup bits about Pop Tarts, per the podcast Smartless. The cast also includes Melissa McCarthy, Jim Gaffigan, Hugh Grant, Amy Schumer, Max Greenfield, Christian Slater, Sarah Cooper, Bill Burr, and other special guests. This...
- 3/28/2024
- by Alex Billington
- firstshowing.net
The trailer for Netflix‘s new film Unfrosted just debuted, and it features an all-star cast.
Jerry Seinfeld co-wrote and directed the film, along with having a starring role. Melissa McCarthy, Jim Gaffigan, Hugh Grant, Amy Schumer, Max Greenfield, Christian Slater, Bill Burr, Daniel Levy, James Marsden, Jack McBrayer, Thomas Lennon, Bobby Moynihan, Adrian Martinez, Sarah Cooper, and Fred Armisen also star.
Here’s the film’s synopsis: Battle Creek, Michigan, 1963. Kellogg’s and Post, sworn cereal rivals, race to create a pastry that will change the face of breakfast forever. A wildly imaginative tale of ambition, betrayal, and menacing milkmen – sweetened with artificial ingredients. This is Jerry‘s directorial debut, and you can catch the trailer below!
The film hits Netflix on May 3, 2024. See stills in the gallery!
Jerry Seinfeld co-wrote and directed the film, along with having a starring role. Melissa McCarthy, Jim Gaffigan, Hugh Grant, Amy Schumer, Max Greenfield, Christian Slater, Bill Burr, Daniel Levy, James Marsden, Jack McBrayer, Thomas Lennon, Bobby Moynihan, Adrian Martinez, Sarah Cooper, and Fred Armisen also star.
Here’s the film’s synopsis: Battle Creek, Michigan, 1963. Kellogg’s and Post, sworn cereal rivals, race to create a pastry that will change the face of breakfast forever. A wildly imaginative tale of ambition, betrayal, and menacing milkmen – sweetened with artificial ingredients. This is Jerry‘s directorial debut, and you can catch the trailer below!
The film hits Netflix on May 3, 2024. See stills in the gallery!
- 3/28/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Netflix has released the trailer for Jerry Seinfeld’s upcoming Pop-Tart movie, “Unfrosted,” set for release on May 3.
Per Netflix’s Tudum, the logline for “Unfrosted” reads, “Michigan, 1963. Kellogg’s and Post, sworn cereal rivals, race to create a pastry that will change the face of breakfast forever. A tale of ambition, betrayal, sugar, and menacing milkmen, ‘Unfrosted’ stars writer-director Jerry Seinfeld.”
As Tudum acknowledges on the official “Unfrosted” page, Seinfeld has been contemplating the Pop-Tart origin story for years. For example, he made his artistic vision clear in a 2018 post on X/Twitter: “At one point I was thinking about an invention of the Pop Tart movie. Imagine the drunk on sugar-power Kellogg’s cereal culture of the mid-60’s in Battle Creek, Mi. That’s a vibe I could work with.” He also brought up the idea on “The Late Show” in 2010.
In addition to Seinfeld, the...
Per Netflix’s Tudum, the logline for “Unfrosted” reads, “Michigan, 1963. Kellogg’s and Post, sworn cereal rivals, race to create a pastry that will change the face of breakfast forever. A tale of ambition, betrayal, sugar, and menacing milkmen, ‘Unfrosted’ stars writer-director Jerry Seinfeld.”
As Tudum acknowledges on the official “Unfrosted” page, Seinfeld has been contemplating the Pop-Tart origin story for years. For example, he made his artistic vision clear in a 2018 post on X/Twitter: “At one point I was thinking about an invention of the Pop Tart movie. Imagine the drunk on sugar-power Kellogg’s cereal culture of the mid-60’s in Battle Creek, Mi. That’s a vibe I could work with.” He also brought up the idea on “The Late Show” in 2010.
In addition to Seinfeld, the...
- 3/28/2024
- by Jaden Thompson
- Variety Film + TV
The race to change the breakfast game with the invention of the Pop-Tart is heating up in the trailer for Jerry Seinfeld’s Netflix comedy Unfrosted.
Seinfeld marks his directorial feature debut with the film that hits the streaming service May 3. Seinfeld stars alongside Melissa McCarthy, Jim Gaffigan and Amy Schumer in the movie that is set in 1963 as breakfast cereal giants Kellogg’s and Post compete to become the first company to create a morning pastry.
“We’re talking about happy childhoods for millions of American kids,” Seinfeld says in the trailer. “Whoever gets to the shelves first is gonna win this thing.”
After news breaks that Post is about to launch its own fruit-filled boxed pastry, Gaffigan announces, “Kellogg’s is entering the race to reinvent breakfast.”
Among the performers who also appear in Unfrosted are Hugh Grant, Max Greenfield, Christian Slater, Bill Burr, Daniel Levy, Cedric the Entertainer,...
Seinfeld marks his directorial feature debut with the film that hits the streaming service May 3. Seinfeld stars alongside Melissa McCarthy, Jim Gaffigan and Amy Schumer in the movie that is set in 1963 as breakfast cereal giants Kellogg’s and Post compete to become the first company to create a morning pastry.
“We’re talking about happy childhoods for millions of American kids,” Seinfeld says in the trailer. “Whoever gets to the shelves first is gonna win this thing.”
After news breaks that Post is about to launch its own fruit-filled boxed pastry, Gaffigan announces, “Kellogg’s is entering the race to reinvent breakfast.”
Among the performers who also appear in Unfrosted are Hugh Grant, Max Greenfield, Christian Slater, Bill Burr, Daniel Levy, Cedric the Entertainer,...
- 3/28/2024
- by Ryan Gajewski
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Queens of the Stone Age frontman Josh Homme’s benefit concert for the Sweet Stuff Foundation on Wednesday (March 20th) at The Belasco in Los Angeles was an epic event. One of the many highlights was his son Ryder’s band Vivant performing classics by Led Zeppelin and Black Sabbath.
As we reported on Thursday, “Josh Homme & Friends: A Benefit for the Sweet Stuff Foundation” featured a drum-off between Dave Grohl and Chad Smith, plus performances from Beck, St. Vincent, and more, not to mention comedy from Sarah Silverman and Bill Burr.
Vivant, featuring 12-year-old Ryder Homme behind the drum kit alongside his fellow young bandmates, rocked Led Zeppelin’s “Immigrant Song” (watch below) and Black Sabbath’s “War Pigs.”
Back in December at another benefit show, Ryder played tambourine onstage alongside his dad and Queens of the Stone Age members Troy Van Leeuwen and Michael Shuman for a rendition...
As we reported on Thursday, “Josh Homme & Friends: A Benefit for the Sweet Stuff Foundation” featured a drum-off between Dave Grohl and Chad Smith, plus performances from Beck, St. Vincent, and more, not to mention comedy from Sarah Silverman and Bill Burr.
Vivant, featuring 12-year-old Ryder Homme behind the drum kit alongside his fellow young bandmates, rocked Led Zeppelin’s “Immigrant Song” (watch below) and Black Sabbath’s “War Pigs.”
Back in December at another benefit show, Ryder played tambourine onstage alongside his dad and Queens of the Stone Age members Troy Van Leeuwen and Michael Shuman for a rendition...
- 3/22/2024
- by Spencer Kaufman
- Consequence - Music
Niecy Nash-Betts, who recently won an Emmy for her role on Netflix’s “Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story,” has signed on to host the Los Angeles portion of next month’s Writers Guild Awards. The 2024 event, which was pushed back in the wake of the Hollywood strikes, will take place on Saturday, April 14 at the Hollywood Palladium.
“A good writer is an actors’ greatest gift,” Nash-Betts said in a statement. Added L.A. awards exec producer Hugh Fink (“Saturday Night Live”): “Niecy Nash-Betts is the dream host for this year’s WGA Awards. Her brilliant performance in ‘Dahmer’ – as the courageous woman who helped take down a serial killer who ate his victims – is surprisingly a lot like negotiating with the AMPTP.”
Benn Fleishman of Avalon Harbor Entertainment is also a producer for this year’s WGA Awards in Los Angeles. Additional presenters scheduled to appear at this year’s L.
“A good writer is an actors’ greatest gift,” Nash-Betts said in a statement. Added L.A. awards exec producer Hugh Fink (“Saturday Night Live”): “Niecy Nash-Betts is the dream host for this year’s WGA Awards. Her brilliant performance in ‘Dahmer’ – as the courageous woman who helped take down a serial killer who ate his victims – is surprisingly a lot like negotiating with the AMPTP.”
Benn Fleishman of Avalon Harbor Entertainment is also a producer for this year’s WGA Awards in Los Angeles. Additional presenters scheduled to appear at this year’s L.
- 3/21/2024
- by Michael Schneider
- Variety Film + TV
Josh Homme hosted an all-star benefit concert in support of his Sweet Stuff Foundation at the Belasco in Los Angeles on Wednesday. Over the course of the evening, he welcomed friends and collaborators to the stage, including Dave Grohl, Beck, St. Vincent, The Kills, Chad Smith of Red Hot Chili Peppers, Matt Helders of Arctic Monkeys, Jesse Hughes of Eagles of Death Metal, Bill Burr, and more.
Not surprisingly, Grohl provided several highlights. He went head to head against Smith in a drum off, and briefly attempted to sing a duet of Simon & Garfunkel’s “Sound of Silence” with Homme. Later, after joking that he attempted to learn how to play Doja Cat’s “Paint the Town Read” to no avail, he instead debuted an entirely new song he wrote about Homme.
Other notable moments included tennis legend John McEnroe briefly trying his hand at covering Beck’s “Fume,” before...
Not surprisingly, Grohl provided several highlights. He went head to head against Smith in a drum off, and briefly attempted to sing a duet of Simon & Garfunkel’s “Sound of Silence” with Homme. Later, after joking that he attempted to learn how to play Doja Cat’s “Paint the Town Read” to no avail, he instead debuted an entirely new song he wrote about Homme.
Other notable moments included tennis legend John McEnroe briefly trying his hand at covering Beck’s “Fume,” before...
- 3/21/2024
- by Scoop Harrison
- Consequence - Music
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Laughter is supposedly the best medicine. Lucky for you, famous names touring right now include Jerry Seinfeld, Pete Davidson, Kevin Hart, and Chelsea Handler, along with a long list of impressive newcomers. Now, we’re not doctors, but we’re experts in scouting out the best tickets for live performances and new comedy tours. Watching comedic geniuses live on the big stage doubles as a dopamine hit and...
Laughter is supposedly the best medicine. Lucky for you, famous names touring right now include Jerry Seinfeld, Pete Davidson, Kevin Hart, and Chelsea Handler, along with a long list of impressive newcomers. Now, we’re not doctors, but we’re experts in scouting out the best tickets for live performances and new comedy tours. Watching comedic geniuses live on the big stage doubles as a dopamine hit and...
- 3/15/2024
- by Nicolette Accardi
- Rollingstone.com
Unfrosted: The Pop-Tart Story is all set to be released on Netflix, in a few months, and here are the details you need to know about the Netflix film!
Since I was a child, I love to have the famous Chocos in my breakfast. I mean, who doesn’t love chocos? Right from childhood to grown-ups, all admire the taste of this tasty breakfast item.
Then there are others like cornflakes, Bran flakes, and other cereals as well on our table. The breakfast industry is hugely populated with a variety of products. Today, we will be exploring the story of the creation of one such product.
Kellogg’s is undoubtedly a very successful, multi-billion dollar corporation whose products will be part of almost everyone’s pantry. But there’s not only this company that is the breakfast table of almost every home.
Also Read: Heart of the Hunter: A “Retired Assassin” Returned to Work!
Since I was a child, I love to have the famous Chocos in my breakfast. I mean, who doesn’t love chocos? Right from childhood to grown-ups, all admire the taste of this tasty breakfast item.
Then there are others like cornflakes, Bran flakes, and other cereals as well on our table. The breakfast industry is hugely populated with a variety of products. Today, we will be exploring the story of the creation of one such product.
Kellogg’s is undoubtedly a very successful, multi-billion dollar corporation whose products will be part of almost everyone’s pantry. But there’s not only this company that is the breakfast table of almost every home.
Also Read: Heart of the Hunter: A “Retired Assassin” Returned to Work!
- 3/12/2024
- by Gandharv Sanjay Gedam
- https://dailyresearchplot.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/new-sam
Amid a very busy week of Oscar events, Sean Penn’s relief organization Core took a moment to shift the focus from toasting this year’s top films to raising money for ongoing crises around the world.
At Core’s Pre-Oscars Benefit on Tuesday — sponsored by The Hollywood Reporter and Dodge — $1.4 million was raised to finance the group’s humanitarian work, with support from a star-studded group of attendees. Penn, Core CEO Ann Lee and CAA’s Bryan Lourd (who is both Penn’s agent and a Core board member) co-hosted the event, held at a private residence in Laurel Canyon, while Bill Burr served as the night’s emcee.
“This is such a wonderful organization — I’ve done so many benefits in my stand-up career where the charity was B.S., like 10 percent of 10 percent went to something,” Burr told guests at the beginning of the night. “This is actually...
At Core’s Pre-Oscars Benefit on Tuesday — sponsored by The Hollywood Reporter and Dodge — $1.4 million was raised to finance the group’s humanitarian work, with support from a star-studded group of attendees. Penn, Core CEO Ann Lee and CAA’s Bryan Lourd (who is both Penn’s agent and a Core board member) co-hosted the event, held at a private residence in Laurel Canyon, while Bill Burr served as the night’s emcee.
“This is such a wonderful organization — I’ve done so many benefits in my stand-up career where the charity was B.S., like 10 percent of 10 percent went to something,” Burr told guests at the beginning of the night. “This is actually...
- 3/6/2024
- by Kirsten Chuba
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Queens of the Stone Age vocalist/guitarist Josh Homme has announced an all-star benefit concert in support of his Sweet Stuff Foundation taking place at the Belasco in Los Angeles on March 20th.
In addition to Homme’s Queens of the Stone Age bandmates Troy Van Leeuwen and Michael Shuman, the benefit show will feature fellow musicians Dave Grohl, Chad Smith of the Red Hot Chili Peppers, St. Vincent, Beck, Matt Helders of Arctic Monkeys, and Jesse Hughes of Eagles of Death Metal alongside comedians Bill Burr and Sarah Silverman. The Kills, Tyler Parkford, Vivant, and Justin Willman will also appear.
Tickets go on sale to the general public beginning on Friday, March 8th at 1:00 p.m. Et via Ticketmaster.
100% of proceeds from the concert will go to the Sweet Stuff Foundation, founded by the Homme family in 2013 to assist career musicians, recording engineers, and their families struggling with illness and disability.
In addition to Homme’s Queens of the Stone Age bandmates Troy Van Leeuwen and Michael Shuman, the benefit show will feature fellow musicians Dave Grohl, Chad Smith of the Red Hot Chili Peppers, St. Vincent, Beck, Matt Helders of Arctic Monkeys, and Jesse Hughes of Eagles of Death Metal alongside comedians Bill Burr and Sarah Silverman. The Kills, Tyler Parkford, Vivant, and Justin Willman will also appear.
Tickets go on sale to the general public beginning on Friday, March 8th at 1:00 p.m. Et via Ticketmaster.
100% of proceeds from the concert will go to the Sweet Stuff Foundation, founded by the Homme family in 2013 to assist career musicians, recording engineers, and their families struggling with illness and disability.
- 3/5/2024
- by Eddie Fu
- Consequence - Music
Friends, castmates and fans are sharing their remembrances of and tributes to Richard Lewis, the beloved comedian and longtime Curb Your Enthusiasm actor who died Tuesday at 76.
Lewis was part of the raft of comedians who broke through during the 1980s and gained fame as stand-up comedy began to flood cable TV later that decade and into the ’90s. His contemporaries included Jerry Seinfeld, Paul Reiser, Ellen DeGeneres, Ray Romano, Sinbad, Gilbert Gottfried, Rita Rudner, Larry Miller, Paula Poundstone, George Wallace, Elayne Boosler, Carol Leifer and many more.
Related: Remembering Richard Lewis: A Career In Photos
Lewis probably was best known for recurring on his longtime friend Larry David’s HBO series Curb Your Enthusiasm, playing himself as David’s neurotic, often needy longtime best pal.
Related: Hollywood & Media Deaths In 2024: Photo Gallery & Obituaries
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Lewis was part of the raft of comedians who broke through during the 1980s and gained fame as stand-up comedy began to flood cable TV later that decade and into the ’90s. His contemporaries included Jerry Seinfeld, Paul Reiser, Ellen DeGeneres, Ray Romano, Sinbad, Gilbert Gottfried, Rita Rudner, Larry Miller, Paula Poundstone, George Wallace, Elayne Boosler, Carol Leifer and many more.
Related: Remembering Richard Lewis: A Career In Photos
Lewis probably was best known for recurring on his longtime friend Larry David’s HBO series Curb Your Enthusiasm, playing himself as David’s neurotic, often needy longtime best pal.
Related: Hollywood & Media Deaths In 2024: Photo Gallery & Obituaries
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- 2/28/2024
- by Erik Pedersen
- Deadline Film + TV
Peak behind the curtain of one of the most dominant sports dynasties ever built: the New England Patriots. Based on the New York Times bestselling book by author Jeff Benedict, the Apple TV+ documentary series, “The Dynasty: New England Patriots,” offers unprecedented access to those people instrumental to the success of the franchise, including former quarterback Tom Brady, coach Bill Belichick, and owner Robert Kraft. With in-depth interviews, never-before-seen video footage, and audio files from the team’s archive, you’ll learn just what it takes to become the most dominant franchise not just in NFL history, but all of sports. Catch the premiere of the 10-episode series on Friday, Feb. 16 on Apple TV+. You can watch The Dynasty: New England Patriots with a 7-Day Free Trial of Apple TV+.
How to Watch ‘The Dynasty: New England Patriots’ Premiere When: Friday, February 16, 2024 Where: Apple TV+ Stream: Watch with a 7-Day...
How to Watch ‘The Dynasty: New England Patriots’ Premiere When: Friday, February 16, 2024 Where: Apple TV+ Stream: Watch with a 7-Day...
- 2/16/2024
- by Thomas Waschenfelder
- The Streamable
Last Thursday, after a sweet ceremony, the late great Kobe Bean Bryant was honored with a statue outside of Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. The ceremony was full of the quaint and charming details you might see on Sportscenter: Vanessa Bryant spoke, and joked about how it was Kobe who picked out the pose, so “if you don’t like it, tough shit.” Phil Jackson was in a reflective mood, talking about the relationship he had with Kobe and how it improved over time. The ceremony felt like a coronation for Bryant,...
- 2/13/2024
- by Jayson Buford
- Rollingstone.com
It’s been a strange few weeks for Saturday Night Live. Two weeks ago, during a night hosted by Madame Web actress Dakota Johnson, cast members Bowen Yang and Sarah Sherman distanced themselves from Dave Chappelle when the transphobic comedian crashed SNL’s goodbye segment at show’s end. Then, last week, the show laundered Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley’s racist Civil War denialism. Now, America’s premier sketch-comedy series has decided to welcome Shane Gillis to host.
Back in 2019, SNL announced that Gillis would be joining the cast of the show.
Back in 2019, SNL announced that Gillis would be joining the cast of the show.
- 2/11/2024
- by Marlow Stern
- Rollingstone.com
Lola Burr is the daughter of popular comedian, Bill Burr who is currently headlining sold-out shows all over the States and releasing acclaimed specials on Netflix. Now, if you’ve seen any of his recent Netflix specials, you’ll know Bill loves talking about his family and fatherhood every chance he gets. After struggling with the idea of late parenthood, he finally embraced it in 2017, and today, he’s a proud dad to two adorable little kids. He’s earned his spot among the comedy elite and Rolling Stone even named him the 17th greatest stand-up comic of all time! Burr had his...
- 2/10/2024
- by Safwan Azeem
- TVovermind.com
It sounds like a dream come true to be a working actor and then get the opportunity to be in your favorite show. Comedian Bill Burr told stories in the past about being such a big fan of Breaking Bad when he got to have a little stint on it. Rashida Jones would also share that she was a huge fan of The Office when she got the part to play Jim’s girlfriend. For Dakota Johnson, it would turn out to become a dream-turned-nightmare when she also got to appear on the popular NBC sitcom, The Office. Johnson appeared on Late Night with Seth Meyers recently to promote her upcoming Sony/Marvel film, Madame Web, when she revealed that her experience on The Office was more surreal.
According to The Hollywood Reporter, on the talk show, Johnson joked, “That was honestly the worst time of my life. They were like,...
According to The Hollywood Reporter, on the talk show, Johnson joked, “That was honestly the worst time of my life. They were like,...
- 2/9/2024
- by EJ Tangonan
- JoBlo.com
Adam Sandler's animated musical comedy 'Leo' is getting a sequel.Netflix's co-ceo Ted Sarandos has confirmed they are "firing on all cylinders" to make a follow-up to the hit 2023 flick.The positively reviewed movie tells the story of a tuatara longing for the wild and worried about dying who is taken home by different students per the assignment of a strict substitute teacher, but gets himself caught up in the troubles of each student, and offers great advice to each of them.Speaking to The Wrap, Sarandos said: "We're kicking around Leo 2 right now. The animation team is firing on all cylinders."On why it pulled in the viewers, he continued: "Look, I think Leo resonated for the same reason The Sea Beast did last year. People love it. And they do watch it over and over again, which drives engagement and attachment."Leo and The Sea...
- 1/25/2024
- by Lizzie Baker
- Bang Showbiz
The Dynasty: New England Patriots, a 10-episode limited series from Imagine Documentaries, will reveal the true story, hidden mysteries, and backstory. Apple TV has released a riveting trailer for their docuseries The Dynasty: New England Patriots.
Narrating the complex relationship between the team’s owners, coach, and star player. Here are more details on the upcoming series.
The Dynasty: New England Patriots | Official Trailer
New documentaries about the New England Patriots are coming to AppleTV+.
The documentary The Dynasty: New England Patriots explores the Patriots’ glory years. The Bill Belichick-coached franchise is one of the best teams in modern sports history, & fans will now get a close-up look at their favorites in play.
Apple TV+ recently released the official preview for “The Dynasty: New England Patriots. ” The documentary will follow the rise of undoubtedly the greatest NFL dynasty in history.
The roughly one-minute trailer depicts the Patriots’ breakout performances...
Narrating the complex relationship between the team’s owners, coach, and star player. Here are more details on the upcoming series.
The Dynasty: New England Patriots | Official Trailer
New documentaries about the New England Patriots are coming to AppleTV+.
The documentary The Dynasty: New England Patriots explores the Patriots’ glory years. The Bill Belichick-coached franchise is one of the best teams in modern sports history, & fans will now get a close-up look at their favorites in play.
Apple TV+ recently released the official preview for “The Dynasty: New England Patriots. ” The documentary will follow the rise of undoubtedly the greatest NFL dynasty in history.
The roughly one-minute trailer depicts the Patriots’ breakout performances...
- 1/11/2024
- by Mantisha
- https://dailyresearchplot.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/new-sam
Top 10 Netflix Films This Week (Jan 1 – Jan 7): Equalizer 3, Aquaman & More ( Photo Credit – IMDb; Facebook )
This week, Netflix has been the go-to choice for the top films that have been released for viewers. The Equalizer 3 dropped on the platform, and it has been the most-viewed film, with almost 26.8 million viewing hours on the platform. The film, starring Denzel Washington and Dakota Fanning, is the third installment of the much-loved franchise.
While The Equalizer 3 was a fresh entry in the top 10 list, Leo makes an appearance in the list for the seventh week. This week it was viewed for almost 9.8 million hours. The musical animation comedy has been loved by the audiences.
The top 10 chart for English films on Netflix offers you a range of films, and this week, Exodus: Gods and Kings and Aquaman made a much-awaited entry to the platform with the New Year. Bitconned and...
This week, Netflix has been the go-to choice for the top films that have been released for viewers. The Equalizer 3 dropped on the platform, and it has been the most-viewed film, with almost 26.8 million viewing hours on the platform. The film, starring Denzel Washington and Dakota Fanning, is the third installment of the much-loved franchise.
While The Equalizer 3 was a fresh entry in the top 10 list, Leo makes an appearance in the list for the seventh week. This week it was viewed for almost 9.8 million hours. The musical animation comedy has been loved by the audiences.
The top 10 chart for English films on Netflix offers you a range of films, and this week, Exodus: Gods and Kings and Aquaman made a much-awaited entry to the platform with the New Year. Bitconned and...
- 1/10/2024
- by Trisha Gaur
- KoiMoi
The ‘Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind’ and ‘The Truman Show’ actor Jim Carrey enjoyed his 62nd birthday celebrations with a star-studded get-together in Los Angeles, USA.
He was joined by a host of Hollywood famous friends, including close pal Adam Sandler. The Ace Ventura actor dined at San Vicente Bungalows, reports Mirror.co.uk.
Amongst the group was Dustin Hoffman and US talk show legend Jimmy Kimmel. Also in attendance were fellow comedians Seth Green, Bill Burr and Jeff Ross as they ate at the popular nightspot loved by Jennifer Aniston and Sandra Bullock.
As per Mirror.co.uk, Jim, whose actual birthday isn’t until January 17, was pictured carrying gifts from his party, as well as a celebratory cake from the restaurant.
He was pictured leaving the famous eatery with a big pink box.
The New York Post further states that Kimmel’s appearance at Carrey’s party...
He was joined by a host of Hollywood famous friends, including close pal Adam Sandler. The Ace Ventura actor dined at San Vicente Bungalows, reports Mirror.co.uk.
Amongst the group was Dustin Hoffman and US talk show legend Jimmy Kimmel. Also in attendance were fellow comedians Seth Green, Bill Burr and Jeff Ross as they ate at the popular nightspot loved by Jennifer Aniston and Sandra Bullock.
As per Mirror.co.uk, Jim, whose actual birthday isn’t until January 17, was pictured carrying gifts from his party, as well as a celebratory cake from the restaurant.
He was pictured leaving the famous eatery with a big pink box.
The New York Post further states that Kimmel’s appearance at Carrey’s party...
- 1/7/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
While Greta Gerwig’s directing career skyrocketed with Barbie, it shouldn’t be overlooked that the screenplay for the year’s biggest movie was co-written by Marriage Story‘s Noah Baumbach. Baumbach would also produce the film alongside Gerwig and Barbie star Margot Robbie. Baumbach’s career with Netflix consists of three features in addition to Marriage Story, including White Noise and The Meyerowitz Stories, starring Adam Sandler.
Baumbach is now tapped to helm his fourth project with the streamer. He’ll be reuniting with Sandler and pairing him with George Clooney for the new project, according to The Hollywood Reporter. The details for the movie’s plot has yet to be revealed, but Baumbach is also on board as a producer on the movie. He will be joined by Sony’s Amy Pascal and David Heyman as producers. Heyman had also worked with Baumbach on Marriage Story and also produced Barbie.
Baumbach is now tapped to helm his fourth project with the streamer. He’ll be reuniting with Sandler and pairing him with George Clooney for the new project, according to The Hollywood Reporter. The details for the movie’s plot has yet to be revealed, but Baumbach is also on board as a producer on the movie. He will be joined by Sony’s Amy Pascal and David Heyman as producers. Heyman had also worked with Baumbach on Marriage Story and also produced Barbie.
- 12/15/2023
- by EJ Tangonan
- JoBlo.com
Chris Rock, David Letterman, Jerry Seinfeld, Hannah Gadsby, Seth Rogen, and Tom Brady (yes, that Tom Brady) are among the comedians and non-comedians set to appear at the 2024 Netflix Is a Joke festival.
Kevin Hart, John Mulaney, Ali Wong, Chelsea Handler, Maya Rudolph, Nate Bargatze, Nick Kroll, Kumail Nanjiani, Tim Robinson, Sebastian Maniscalco, and Patton Oswalt are just some of the dozens of A-list comics also on the bill when the fest hits venues across Los Angeles between May 2 and 12.
Despite all the comic legends, the name that stands out the most is Brady’s,...
Kevin Hart, John Mulaney, Ali Wong, Chelsea Handler, Maya Rudolph, Nate Bargatze, Nick Kroll, Kumail Nanjiani, Tim Robinson, Sebastian Maniscalco, and Patton Oswalt are just some of the dozens of A-list comics also on the bill when the fest hits venues across Los Angeles between May 2 and 12.
Despite all the comic legends, the name that stands out the most is Brady’s,...
- 12/13/2023
- by Daniel Kreps
- Rollingstone.com
Netflix is bringing back its “Netflix Is a Joke Fest,” which so far has lined up more than 300 live events across 35 venues in Los Angeles. The event, last held in 2022, will include Jerry Seinfeld, Jim Gaffigan, Nate Bargatze and Sebastian Maniscalco in a night of comedy at the Hollywood Bowl; also holding stand-up shows there are Bill Burr, John Mulaney, Seth Rogen, Matt Rife, Kevin Hart, Trevor Noah and a joint show with Taylor Tomlinson, Sarah Silverman, Nikki Glaser and Michelle Buteau.
Netflix produces the festival with Live Nation; this year’s event will take place from May 2 to May 12, 2024. Besides the Bowl, other venues on tap include The Greek, The Dolby, The Forum, The Palladium, Orpheum Theatre and The Wiltern, as well as well as comedy venues including The Hollywood Improv, Largo, Laugh Factory and The Comedy Store.
“This is a special time for comedy, both for Netflix and the genre at large,...
Netflix produces the festival with Live Nation; this year’s event will take place from May 2 to May 12, 2024. Besides the Bowl, other venues on tap include The Greek, The Dolby, The Forum, The Palladium, Orpheum Theatre and The Wiltern, as well as well as comedy venues including The Hollywood Improv, Largo, Laugh Factory and The Comedy Store.
“This is a special time for comedy, both for Netflix and the genre at large,...
- 12/13/2023
- by Michael Schneider
- Variety Film + TV
Netflix’s L.A.-based comedy festival, Netflix is a Joke Fest, has unveiled the lineup for its 2024 edition, taking place from May 2-12.
This installment of the streamer’s star-studded celebration of comedy, produced in association with Live Nation, will feature over 300 events, covering everything from stand-up to sketch performance, table reads and more. View highlights from the lineup below.
While talent and schedule for the festival are subject to change, further headliners will be announced in the new year. Shows will take place at more than 35 of the city’s most iconic venues, from the Hollywood Bowl and The Greek to Largo, The Hollywood Improv and The Comedy Store.
Set to serve as a festival hub, featuring everything from live stand-up and cast game shows to lawn games, is Outside Joke, an outdoor entertainment space located next to the Hollywood Palladium. Tickets to all events go on sale...
This installment of the streamer’s star-studded celebration of comedy, produced in association with Live Nation, will feature over 300 events, covering everything from stand-up to sketch performance, table reads and more. View highlights from the lineup below.
While talent and schedule for the festival are subject to change, further headliners will be announced in the new year. Shows will take place at more than 35 of the city’s most iconic venues, from the Hollywood Bowl and The Greek to Largo, The Hollywood Improv and The Comedy Store.
Set to serve as a festival hub, featuring everything from live stand-up and cast game shows to lawn games, is Outside Joke, an outdoor entertainment space located next to the Hollywood Palladium. Tickets to all events go on sale...
- 12/13/2023
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Chris Rock and Kevin Hart, these names are always synonyms with laughter and humor, and of course, they are the doyens of standup comedy in the United States of America. When these two people come together no room can stay silent because most people are busy holding their stomachs and trying hard to control the laughter. For the first time, these two absolute giants who belong to two different generations of comedy come together to perform a standup special for a live audience.
There is genuine excitement for Chris Rock & Kevin Hart: Headliners Only, a Netflix original documentary that takes the audience through the behind-the-scenes footage of this standup special that spanned five shows. The documentary also covers the lives and times of the two struggling comics and their journeys to become among the most bankable comics of their respective generation. Directed by Rashidi Natara Harper, the Netflix Original documentary...
There is genuine excitement for Chris Rock & Kevin Hart: Headliners Only, a Netflix original documentary that takes the audience through the behind-the-scenes footage of this standup special that spanned five shows. The documentary also covers the lives and times of the two struggling comics and their journeys to become among the most bankable comics of their respective generation. Directed by Rashidi Natara Harper, the Netflix Original documentary...
- 12/13/2023
- by Smriti Kannan
- Film Fugitives
Exclusive: Comedian Bill Burr has unveiled the North American dates for his 2024 tour, Bill Burr Live, which will see him visit theaters and arenas in 16 cities from February through July.
Presale tickets will be available starting December 6th at 10 am local time, with general on-sale beginning December 8 at the same time. Check out Burr’s list of dates at his website, where you can also buy tickets, and below.
An Emmy and Grammy nominee who has established himself as one of the preeminent comedic voices of his generation, Burr has spent this year touring arenas and amphitheaters across Europe and North America. Recently, he saw his first feature, Old Dads, premiere as the most-watched film worldwide on Netflix in its first and second week. In addition to writing and directing, Burr stars in the pic alongside Bobby Cannavale and Bokeem Woodbine. Also of note for Burr lately is Leo, the...
Presale tickets will be available starting December 6th at 10 am local time, with general on-sale beginning December 8 at the same time. Check out Burr’s list of dates at his website, where you can also buy tickets, and below.
An Emmy and Grammy nominee who has established himself as one of the preeminent comedic voices of his generation, Burr has spent this year touring arenas and amphitheaters across Europe and North America. Recently, he saw his first feature, Old Dads, premiere as the most-watched film worldwide on Netflix in its first and second week. In addition to writing and directing, Burr stars in the pic alongside Bobby Cannavale and Bokeem Woodbine. Also of note for Burr lately is Leo, the...
- 12/4/2023
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Stephen Colbert is set to return to the Ed Sullivan Theater on Monday after suffering a ruptured appendix.
The Late Show was canceled last week after the comedian had to have surgery. It meant that he wasn’t able to talk to guests including Jennifer Garner, Baz Luhrmann, Patrick Stewart, Jon Batiste and Kelsey Grammer, nor air Barbra Streisand taking The Colbert Questionert.
However, he is planning to be on the show next week and has lined up a guest list of stars.
On Monday, Sarah Paulson and Jason Isbell will be on the show with the Drive-By Trucker performing with his band the 400 Unit. Tuesday sees Mark Ruffalo and a performance by Daniel Caesar; Wednesday has Nicki Minaj and Sara Bareilles, while Colbert will close out the week with Rep. Liz Cheney, who is touting a new book with the revelation that Donald Trump was “depressed” and “not eating” after the January 6 insurrection.
The Late Show was canceled last week after the comedian had to have surgery. It meant that he wasn’t able to talk to guests including Jennifer Garner, Baz Luhrmann, Patrick Stewart, Jon Batiste and Kelsey Grammer, nor air Barbra Streisand taking The Colbert Questionert.
However, he is planning to be on the show next week and has lined up a guest list of stars.
On Monday, Sarah Paulson and Jason Isbell will be on the show with the Drive-By Trucker performing with his band the 400 Unit. Tuesday sees Mark Ruffalo and a performance by Daniel Caesar; Wednesday has Nicki Minaj and Sara Bareilles, while Colbert will close out the week with Rep. Liz Cheney, who is touting a new book with the revelation that Donald Trump was “depressed” and “not eating” after the January 6 insurrection.
- 12/1/2023
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
What to watch this weekend? Here are Koimoi’s Recommendations! ( Photo Credit – IMDb )
In the bustling landscape of this week’s cinematic offerings, a prevailing festive spirit echoes through the corridors of new releases, as Christmas-related content takes center stage, an anticipated trend set to persist throughout the weeks leading up to the joyous culmination of the holiday season. However, amidst the familiar jingles and yuletide cheer, Netflix, in its characteristic flair for diversity, unveils “Leo,” a film that diverges from the seasonal norm, promising an engrossing narrative that transcends the tinsel-laden tropes. As we delve into the intricacies of “Leo” below, it’s worth noting that this week boasts a notable array of crime thrillers, injecting an exhilarating dose of suspense into the cinematic landscape.
Notably, in a departure from preceding weeks, our focus turns exclusively to movies, deliberately omitting international content and series for this edition. Fear not,...
In the bustling landscape of this week’s cinematic offerings, a prevailing festive spirit echoes through the corridors of new releases, as Christmas-related content takes center stage, an anticipated trend set to persist throughout the weeks leading up to the joyous culmination of the holiday season. However, amidst the familiar jingles and yuletide cheer, Netflix, in its characteristic flair for diversity, unveils “Leo,” a film that diverges from the seasonal norm, promising an engrossing narrative that transcends the tinsel-laden tropes. As we delve into the intricacies of “Leo” below, it’s worth noting that this week boasts a notable array of crime thrillers, injecting an exhilarating dose of suspense into the cinematic landscape.
Notably, in a departure from preceding weeks, our focus turns exclusively to movies, deliberately omitting international content and series for this edition. Fear not,...
- 12/1/2023
- by Hari P N
- KoiMoi
Exclusive: On the heels of a huge week for their Adam Sandler-led Netflix animated feature Leo, co-directed with Robert Smigel, David Wachtenheim and Robert Marianetti have signed with Independent Artist Group for representation.
A musical comedy also featuring voice work from Bill Burr, Cecily Strong and more, Leo tells the story of an elderly lizard of the same name, who plots an escape from his longtime home within a Florida school classroom terrarium, alongside a turtle friend. Now laying claim to the biggest ever debut for a Netflix animated feature, the film bowed at the top of the English films list for the week of November 20 to 26 with 34.6 million views.
A pair of writer-directors known for their specialty in animation, Wachtenheim and Marianetti first came to work with Sandler and his Happy Madison banner when they were were hired as Heads of Story on Hotel Transylvania 2. The pair...
A musical comedy also featuring voice work from Bill Burr, Cecily Strong and more, Leo tells the story of an elderly lizard of the same name, who plots an escape from his longtime home within a Florida school classroom terrarium, alongside a turtle friend. Now laying claim to the biggest ever debut for a Netflix animated feature, the film bowed at the top of the English films list for the week of November 20 to 26 with 34.6 million views.
A pair of writer-directors known for their specialty in animation, Wachtenheim and Marianetti first came to work with Sandler and his Happy Madison banner when they were were hired as Heads of Story on Hotel Transylvania 2. The pair...
- 11/30/2023
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
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