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Owen Wilson's 'Rolling Loud' Comedy Draws Sharp Contrast Between Critical Praise and Audience Hype
film19 days ago

Owen Wilson's 'Rolling Loud' Comedy Draws Sharp Contrast Between Critical Praise and Audience Hype

Owen Wilson stars in 'Rolling Loud: The Movie,' a comedy based on director Jeremy Garelick's real-life experience losing his son at the hip-hop festival. While THR criticizes the film as tone-deaf and unfunny, E! News highlights Wilson's positive reception with his children, and LA Times details the authentic filming process at the actual festival.

Scott Waugh’s 'Runner' Outshines Gal Gadot’s 'The Runner' in Action-Comedy Clash
film1 month ago

Scott Waugh’s 'Runner' Outshines Gal Gadot’s 'The Runner' in Action-Comedy Clash

Scott Waugh’s new action-comedy 'Runner' starring Alan Ritchson and Owen Wilson is praised for its balanced blend of humor and intense action, outperforming the similarly named 'The Runner' starring Gal Gadot. The film follows a courier in Australia tasked with transporting a rare organ, facing a villain who values the organ’s monetary worth over the child’s life. Critics note the film’s strong pacing and likable characters, though they critique the ethical ambiguity of the collateral damage caused during the rescue.

Hall Pass Makes a Streaming Comeback on HBO Max
entertainment2 months ago

Hall Pass Makes a Streaming Comeback on HBO Max

Hall Pass, the 2011 raunchy comedy from the Farrelly brothers about a married couple granted a week of ‘hall passes’ to date others, has found new life on HBO Max in 2026 as a streaming hit, thanks to nostalgia for its crude, trailer-friendly humor and a star-studded cast that includes Owen Wilson and Jenna Fischer (with Jason Sudeikis and Christina Applegate in supporting roles). The piece notes its original box-office success and uses the streaming revival to illustrate how this kind of low-budget sex comedy now thrives on platforms where audiences rediscover older hits.

Fame, Fear, and Funny Business: Inside a Comedy Actors Roundtable
entertainment5 months ago

Fame, Fear, and Funny Business: Inside a Comedy Actors Roundtable

The Hollywood Reporter’s Comedy Actor Emmy Roundtable brings together Harrison Ford, Glen Powell, Owen Wilson, Zach Braff, Yahya Abdul-Mateen II and Riz Ahmed to swap candid anecdotes about fame, fan encounters, auditions, and the pressures of being constantly watched. They compare the liberating early “crazy idea” phase with the fear of public scrutiny, discuss the tension between caring deeply and letting go, and share how anonymity, memes, and fan interactions shape their lives. The chat? discipline, moments of joy on set, the dream of life beyond Hollywood (farm life, future projects), and reflections on what makes the craft feel alive, from Turtle Tank Cannes reveries to the ongoing challenge of sustaining a career without losing the spark.”,

Nancy Meyers’ Rom-Com at Warner Bros Gathers Cruz, Culkin, Law & Mackey for 2027 Release
film8 months ago

Nancy Meyers’ Rom-Com at Warner Bros Gathers Cruz, Culkin, Law & Mackey for 2027 Release

Deadline reports Nancy Meyers’ next project is moving forward at Warner Bros after Netflix walked away in 2023. Meyers’ first directing project in 11 years has Penélope Cruz and Owen Wilson attached from the original lineup, with Kieran Culkin now in final talks alongside Jude Law and Emma Mackey to join; a Christmas Day 2027 release is planned, though no title or logline has been released. Producers are Meyers and Ilona Herzberg, with Diana Pokorny executive producing. Netflix had eyed a budget of roughly $130–$150 million, but Warner Bros is pursuing a lower-cost production.

Clooney Denounces Cruelty, Would Welcome Dano, Wilson and Lillard
movies9 months ago

Clooney Denounces Cruelty, Would Welcome Dano, Wilson and Lillard

George Clooney says he would be honored to work with Paul Dano, Owen Wilson and Matthew Lillard and condemns cruelty in Hollywood after Quentin Tarantino’s recent criticisms of those actors; Tarantino’s comments sparked support for Dano, with Lillard calling the remarks damaging and Wilson not yet commenting, while Clooney and Tarantino have a history together dating back to From Dusk Till Dawn.

George Clooney Says It Would Be an Honor to Work With Dano, Wilson and Lillard After Tarantino's Jabs
entertainment9 months ago

George Clooney Says It Would Be an Honor to Work With Dano, Wilson and Lillard After Tarantino's Jabs

George Clooney responded to Quentin Tarantino's recent insults about Paul Dano, Owen Wilson and Matthew Lillard by saying he would be honored to work with those actors and criticizing Tarantino for cruelty; the remarks came as Clooney accepted best actor at the AARP Movies for Grownups Awards for ‘Jay Kelly’ and reflected his appreciation for acting peers and collaboration with Noah Baumbach.

entertainment1 year ago

Owen Wilson Charms in Golf Comedy 'Stick' on Apple TV+

'Stick' is a charming golf-themed comedy on Apple TV+ starring Owen Wilson as Pryce, a former pro golfer with a nostalgic and feel-good tone. The series explores his mentorship of a young golfer, Santi, amid light conflict and heartfelt moments, showcasing Wilson's charisma. While it leans towards a wholesome, less conflicted narrative, it offers a friendly introduction to golf and features cameos from real pros, ultimately emphasizing Wilson's engaging performance.