Is This Thing On?
| Is This Thing On? | |
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| Directed by | Bradley Cooper |
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| Cinematography | Matthew Libatique |
| Edited by | Charlie Greene |
| Music by | James Newberry |
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| Distributed by | Searchlight Pictures |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
Is This Thing On? is an upcoming American comedy film directed by Bradley Cooper and starring Will Arnett and Laura Dern, with Cooper in a supporting role.
Premise
[edit]After many years together, Alex and Tess have reached an amicable end to their marriage, thus beginning the awkward stage of figuring out how to live separately while raising two boys and maintaining their friendships. Alex discovers a new hobby and, in the process, learns more about himself and his relationship.
Cast
[edit]- Will Arnett as Alex
- Laura Dern as Tess
- Sean Hayes
- Bradley Cooper as Alex's best friend
- Andra Day
- Amy Sedaris
- Christine Ebersole
- Ciarán Hinds
- Chloe Radcliffe
- Peyton Manning
- James Tom
- Scott Icenogle
- Jordan Jensen
- Reggie Conquest
- Gabe Fazio
- Blake Kane
- Calvin Knegten
- Derek Gaines
- Matt Richards
Production
[edit]It was announced in June 2023 that Bradley Cooper would be directing a film, which he would star in alongside Will Arnett. Arnett would co-write the screenplay alongside Mark Chappell.[1] Emily Blunt was reported as being part of the cast later that month.[2] In December 2024, Sean Hayes joined the cast.[3] In February 2025, Cooper announced Laura Dern and Andra Day as part of the cast, in addition to announcing he would also serve as the B camera operator for the film.[4][5] Filming wrapped in April, with additional casting announced including Amy Sedaris. Peyton Manning, Christine Ebersole, and Ciarán Hinds.[6]
Filming
[edit]Principal photography was scheduled to begin in September 2024 in Los Angeles.[7][8] Filming reportedly began by January 2025 in New York City.[9] Production wrapped on April 16, 2025, with Searchlight eying a fall release.[6]
References
[edit]- ^ Kroll, Justin (June 14, 2023). "Bradley Cooper And Will Arnett Team on Searchlight Pic Is This Thing On? With Both Starring And Cooper Setting As Next Directorial Effort". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved June 15, 2023.
- ^ Rajput, Priyanca (June 27, 2023). "Bradley Cooper's Is This Thing On? sets filming date". Kemps Film and TV Production Services Handbook. Retrieved June 30, 2023.
- ^ Kroll, Justin (December 20, 2024). "Sean Hayes Sets Back To Back Films For 2025 That Include 'Running Man' And 'Is This Thing On' From Bradley Cooper". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved December 20, 2024.
- ^ Bergeson, Samantha (February 11, 2025). "Bradley Cooper Will Make Camera Operator Debut with 'Is This Thing On?' Starring Laura Dern, and Shares Plot Details". IndieWire. Retrieved February 11, 2025.
- ^ Jackson, Angelique (February 14, 2025). "Andra Day Joins Bradley Cooper's 'Is This Thing On?' (EXCLUSIVE)". Variety. Retrieved February 14, 2025.
- ^ a b Stephan, Katcy (April 16, 2025). "Bradley Cooper's 'Is This Thing On?' Adds Amy Sedaris, Peyton Manning and More as Searchlight Film Wraps Production (EXCLUSIVE)". Variety. Retrieved 16 April 2025.
- ^ Gajewski, Ryan (March 11, 2024). "After the Oscars: What the Nominees Are Doing Next". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved March 16, 2024.
- ^ Prasad, Sumith (July 31, 2024). "Bradley Cooper's Is This Thing On? Starts Shooting in Los Angeles in September". The CinemaHolic. Retrieved August 5, 2024.
- ^ Shreya (January 14, 2025). "What We Know About Bradley Cooper and Will Arnett's "Is This Thing On?"". FandomWire. Retrieved February 7, 2025.
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