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NBC has ordered two comedy pilots to series: Sunset P.I., a private-eye detective comedy led by Jake Johnson with a logline invoking the LA hard-boiled tradition, and Newlyweds, a later-in-life rom-com starring Jamie Lee Curtis (recurring) alongside Téa Leoni and Tim Daly. Jane Lynch and Katey Segal’s therapist comedy is not moving forward, and Universal Television is producing both pilots.
The Hollywood Reporter’s SXSW review of Joe Swanberg’s The Sun Never Sets paints it as a sun-drenched Alaska-set romantic dramedy anchored by Dakota Fanning and Jake Johnson. The film follows a couple on a six-month break while a past flame enters the mix, with improv-driven dialogue that emphasizes warm chemistry and naturalistic dynamics. While the performances and the Alaska setting—shot on 35mm—give the film a light, appealing mood, the plot is ultimately deemed repetitive and not fully illuminating about desire and commitment.
Jake Johnson has been cast opposite Tatiana Maslany in the upcoming Apple TV+ series 'Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed,' a darkly comedic thriller about a divorced mom caught in a dangerous web of blackmail and murder, created by David J. Rosen and directed by David Gordon Green.
Actor and filmmaker Jake Johnson discusses his directorial debut with "Self Reliance," drawing inspiration from Japanese reality TV, the Covid pandemic, and a polarized political climate. He reflects on his career, influences like Owen Wilson, and his preference for niche audiences in the current entertainment landscape. Johnson, known for his work in "New Girl" and indie films, emphasizes the importance of creating work that matters to him and the joy of finding niche audiences in today's content-rich environment.
Texas A&M tight end Jake Johnson has announced his intention to enter the NCAA Transfer Portal. Johnson, a talented playmaker, played in 17 games over two seasons with the Aggies and was ranked as the No. 1 tight end in the nation in the 2022 class. The On3 Network provides resources to track transfer portal activity and stay updated on player movement.
Actor Jake Johnson discusses his directorial debut film "Self Reliance," a darkly funny comedy about a man who has 30 days to avoid being killed by hunters in a dark-web reality show. Johnson also talks about not receiving streaming residuals from "New Girl," working with Olivia Rodrigo and Taylor Swift on the show, and his love for light and fun entertainment.
Actor Jake Johnson reflects on a failed pilot he shot for Apple TV+ that was met with rave reviews before being canceled due to budget constraints during the early days of the pandemic. Johnson had high hopes for the show and even imagined the accolades it would receive, jokingly feeling bad for Jennifer Aniston and "The Morning Show." Despite the setback, Johnson has since found success with other projects, including the second season of "Minx" and his upcoming directorial debut, "Self Reliance."