Comedy thriller “Self Reliance” is a film written, directed by and starring Jake Johnson in his feature length directorial debut. It is set to debut in Hulu on Friday, January 12th.
“Self Reliance” follows a middle-aged man (Jake Johnson, “New Girl”), after he is invited into a limo by famous actor Andy Samberg, his dull life takes a thrilling turn.
Here, Johnson is offered a chance to win a million dollars in a dark web reality TV show, where assassins from all over the world attempt to kill him for 30 days. The catch? He can’t be killed if he’s not entirely alone, leading him to recruit an unlikely team to help him survive.
“Self Reliance” is produced by Lonely Island and Walcott Productions, while Ali Bell, Joe Hardesty and Jake Johnson serve as producers and executive producers include Andy Samberg, Akiva Schaffer, Jorma Taccone.
Netflix has dropped the final Lift trailer ahead of its streaming release.
The heist comedy film follows an international heist crew, led by Cyrus Whitaker (Kevin Hart), race to lift $500 million in gold from a passenger plane at 40,000 feet.
Directed by F. Gary Gray from a screenplay written by Daniel Kunka, “Lift” stars Kevin Hart, Gugu Mbatha-Raw, Vincent D’Onofrio, Úrsula Corberó, Billy Magnussen, Viveik Kalra, Yun Jee Kim, and Sam Worthington.
Lionsgate has released the official trailer for its upcoming comedy “Scrambled” starring Leah McKendrick.
It follows quintessential eternal bridesmaid Nellie Robinson (Leah McKendrick) who constantly finds herself between weddings, baby showers, and bad dates.
When she begins to feel like the clock is ticking and is faced with bleak romantic prospects, Nellie decides to freeze her eggs — setting her on an empowering journey to a brave new world where she ultimately discovers “the one” she’s looking for might be herself.
The film is set for release in theaters on February 2, and is written and directed by McKendrick.
The cast includes Leah McKendrick, Ego Nwodim, Andrew Santino, Adam Rodriguez, Laura Cerón, and Clancy Brown.
Today two-time Emmy award-winning actor, comedian, writer, director (and swimmer) Brett Goldstein announced that he’ll be embarking on a second leg of his highly popular stand-up tour. The show, The Second Best Night of Your Life, has been selling out venues and rolling into multiple night runs.
Now, Brett Goldstein will continue his tour across the U.S. and Canada into 2024, including a show at The Orpheum Theatre in Los Angeles as part of the Netflix is a Joke Festival on Friday, May 10. Tickets will be available on presale this Thursday, December 14 at 10AM local followed by the general on sale Friday, December 15 at 10AM local. Tickets are available at ticketmaster.com and brettgoldsteintour.com.
Brett Goldstein—a breakthrough British creative force on and offscreen — has emerged as one of Hollywood’s most sought-after multihyphenates. He is the co-executive producer, writer, and star of the Peabody-winning Apple TV+ series, “Ted Lasso.” Hailed by fans and critics alike, season three made waves after surpassing its previous record-breaking haul, once again leading as this year’s most-nominated comedy series with 21 Emmy nominations. His scene-stealing performance as the brash yet lovable Roy Kent has earned him numerous accolades including two Primetime Emmy Awards for ‘Best Supporting Actor in a Comedy,’ making him the category’s first back-to-back winner in almost 15 years.
He additionally received a 2022 WGA Award nomination as part of the show’s writing team, having scored two wins the year prior. Goldstein is the creator and executive producer of the cathartic comedy “Shrinking” alongside Jason Segel and Bill Lawrence, which has been renewed for a second season by Apple TV+. This follows the success of his critically acclaimed AMC limited anthology series, “Soulmates,” which he created and executive produced with Will Bridges. He is the host of the iHeartRadio award-winning podcast, Films To Be Buried With, which finds him in candid conversation with special guests as they discuss the films that have shaped them.
The upcoming romantic comedy is loosely based on Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing, and directed by Will Gluck (Easy A, Friends With Benefits).
In the edgy comedy Anyone But You, Bea (Sydney Sweeney) and Ben (Glen Powell) look like the perfect couple, but after an amazing first date something happens that turns their fiery hot attraction ice cold – until they find themselves unexpectedly thrust together at a destination wedding in Australia. So they do what any two mature adults would do: pretend to be a couple.
The film is set for release on December 22, 2023 by Sony Pictures Releasing.
The film stars Sydney Sweeney, Glen Powell, Alexandra Shipp, Michelle Hurd, Bryan Brown, Darren Barnet, Hadley Robinson, Dermot Mulroney, Rachel Griffiths, GaTa.
The first trailer for “Sometimes I Think About Dying”, the upcoming film from director Rachel Lambert has been released.
Based on the 2013 play, Killers by Armento, the film stars Daisy Ridley, who is also credited as one of the producers, along with Alex Saks, Dori Rath, Lauren Beveridge and Brett Beveridge.
“Sometimes I Think About Dying” premiered at Sundance Film Festival earlier in the year.
The romantic comedy-drama is written by Kevin Armento, Stefanie Abel Horowitz, Katy Wright-Mead. Also in the cast are Dave Merheje, Parvesh Cheena, and Marcia DeBonis. The film is set for release on January 26, 2023.
Here’s the film’s synopsis:
Lost on the dreary Oregon coast, Fran finds solace in her cubicle, listening to the constant hum of officemates and occasionally daydreaming to pass the time. She is ghosting through life, unable to pop her bubble of isolation, when a friendly new coworker, Robert, persistently tries to connect with her. Though it goes against every fiber of her being, she may have to give this guy a chance. Director Rachel Lambert and team craft beautiful cinema for this delicately told story of love for the socially awkward and emotionally challenged. The film is made all the more human by its lovely cast, most prominent in the penetrating eyes of lead actress/producer, Daisy Ridley, and the caring smile of lead actor, Dave Merheje. SOMETIMES I THINK ABOUT DYING is an unexpected fable on the virtues of living.
The zombie comedy is from Josh Monkarsh and stars Mike Castle, Oliver Cooper, Taylor Blackwell, with Chris Parnell, and Pam Grier.
Set in Los Angeles in the late 1990s, struggling writer James Bishop grapples with the emotional shrapnel of a recent breakup with his longtime girlfriend, Emily. As James holds up in his Hollywood Hills home with writer’s block, his eccentric best friend Bruce shows up with bad news. The city has plunged into chaos by an unusual zombie outbreak, courtesy of tainted soy milk, wreaking havoc on James’ semi-charmed kinda life. With the streets of Los Angeles swarming with the undead, James, Bruce, and Emily come together to barricade themselves in the house while reconciling their personal struggles. And occasionally, letting in the only food delivery service still operating, Abracadabra.
Bringing together elements of romance, friendship, and the absurdity of survival, AS WE KNOW IT is a rollercoaster of laughs and unexpected twists. With the fate of humanity hanging in the balance, our trio must confront their own demons, rekindle lost love, and, of course, avoid being turned into the living dead. Packed with witty dialogue, nostalgic nods to the ’90s, and a unique blend of comedy and horror, AS WE KNOW IT is a riotous ride that proves even in the face of an apocalypse, there’s always room for love and laughter.
AS WE KNOW IT is co-written and directed by Josh Monkarsh. Co-written by Brandon DePaolo and Christopher Francis. Produced by Monkarsh and Daniel Cummings, and Co-produced by K. Asher Levin and Joshua Fruehling. Cinematography by Stephen St. Peter. Composed by Michl Britsch. A Traffic City Productions film.
The film will be in theatres in New York City, Chicago, and Seattle on November 10th, in Los Angeles on November 15th and Boston on November 17th.
Horror-comedy “Courtney Gets Possessed” sets release on digital and on demand on Friday, November 3, 2023.
“Courtney Gets Possessed” is written and directed by Jono Mitchell and Madison Hatfield. Produced by Hatfield and Jordan Blair Brown. Executive Produced by Stephen Beehler, Jegor Jersov, and Jono Mitchell. Cinematography by Brett A. Frager. Composed by Jordan Bennett. A Peach Jam Pictures production.
See the full trailer below.
Here’s the film’s synopsis:
It’s the ultimate showdown between love and the underworld when bride-to-be Courtney runs into a bit of an ex problem: her old flame is none other than the Devil himself, and she knows he’s close.
With her nuptials on the line and the Prince of Darkness lurking close by, Courtney does her best to protect her childhood home on the eve of the wedding. But when her ne’er-do-well sister accidentally invites Satan inside (known more casually as Dave), he possesses Courtney – throwing a demonic wrench into her happily-ever-after plans. Courtney’s ragtag team of reluctant heroes including her sister, perfectionist best friend, and skeptical future sister-in-law must find a way to exorcise Dave, reclaim Courtney’s soul, and get her down the aisle with as little bloodshed as possible.
Award winning comedian John Mulaney announced today he will be going back on tour solo with a brand new show. The stand-up comedy tour kicks off kicks off on November 2 at the Ulster Performing Arts Center in Kingston, NY making stops across the U.S. in Columbus, OH; New Orleans, LA; Tampa, FL and more before wrapping up in Phoenix, AZ at Arizona Financial Theatre on New Years Eve.
Tickets will be available starting with an artist presale beginning on Wednesday, September 27. Additional presales will run throughout the week ahead of the general onsale beginning on Friday, September 29 at 10AM local time at ticketmaster.com.
This event will be a phone-free experience. Use of phones, smart watches and accessories, will not be permitted in the performance space. Upon arrival at the venue, all phones, smart watches and accessories will be secured in individual Yondr pouches that will be opened at the end of the event. Guests maintain possession of their devices at all times, and can access them throughout the event only in designated Phone Use Areas within the venue. All devices will be re-secured in Yondr pouches before returning to the performance space.
John Mulaney is a two-time Emmy and WGA award-winning writer, actor, and comedian. Mulaney can be seen in his latest Netflix stand up special, BABY J. Released in April 2023, Mulaney converts his personal turmoil into comedic brilliance, which earned him 2023 Emmy nominations in Outstanding Variety Special (Pre-Recorded) and Outstanding Writing For A Variety Special. On tour, he has sold out massive venues around North America from Madison Square Garden multiple times to the Hollywood Bowl. His 2023 tour dates have included shows across US, Europe and Australia. Continue reading →
Today, Thursday, July 20, Peacock will host the world premiere of the upcoming live-action comedy series TWISTED METAL at San Diego Comic-Con. The action-packed day kicked off this afternoon with free servings of Salt + Straw’s exclusive TWISTED METAL ice cream flavor debuting for the first time at Sweet Tooth’s ice cream truck.
While fans were being delighted with complimentary ice cream, Sweet Tooth had a few more tricks up his sleeve, leading in a post-apocalyptic Y2K drumline that culminated with a surprise finale and nostalgic performance by R&B singer Sisqó, who lit up the stage with his Billboard chart topper “Thong Song” and a medley of his greatest hits.
Tonight, Kinda Funny’s Greg Miller will host the world premiere screening of the first episode of TWISTED METAL, followed by a TWISTED METAL-inspired version of Kinda Funny’s interactive game, “Kinda Feudy,” at 10:00 PM PT in Room 6DE. The lucky winners of the game will be awarded with a special prize.
All 10 episodes of TWISTED METAL premiere on Thursday, July 27 only on Peacock.
Comedy thriller “Self Reliance” is a film written, directed by and starring Jake Johnson in his feature length directorial debut. It is set to debut in Hulu on Friday, January 12th. 
