Glenn Close, Jeremy Irons, Henry Winkler and Don Johnson to Lead Simon Curtis Comedy ‘Encore’

¡Hola, amigos y amigas! Get ready to throw confetti and cheer because Hollywood está about to serve you a slice of comedy cake that will tickle your funny bone! , the brilliant mind behind gems like “My Week With Marilyn” and “Downton Abbey: A New Era,” is pulling the curtain back on his newest project, “Encore.” And sí, it’s as fabuloso as it sounds!

Picture this: Under the banner of Temple Hill Entertainment, the same folks who brought us the enchanting “Twilight” saga, “Encore” is stirring up some serious buzz ahead of Cannes. This isn't just any film; it's a of giants. The marvelous Glenn Close and the charismatic Jeremy Irons are teaming up again after 34 years since their knock-out performance in “Reversal of Fortune.” And believe me, they haven’t missed a beat.

Joining them in this fiesta of laughter are none other than Henry Winkler and Don Johnson, rounding out an ensemble that promises to keep us glued to our seats. Imagínate! Each brings their unique sparkle to this cine magia that follows a troupe of retired actors with hearts full of fire and dreams too big to cage.

Escrito by the talented Robert Nelson Jacobs, mind behind “Chocolat,” “Encore” dives into the lives of former Broadway icons Marie (played by Close) and Nigel (played by Irons) who find themselves en el nuevo mundo of a retirement home. But it's not just any home; it's where forgotten talents shimmer, waiting for a revival. With spirits high, Marie decides it’s time to dust off the stage curtains and bring the joy of theatre back to not just for Nigel, but for toda la , making their twilight years as golden as ever. "This will be their encore," and qué spectacular it's going to be!

Simon Curtis couldn’t contain his excitement. “I loved Robert’s touching and hilarious script from the first read," he shared. "It’s thrilling to build a dream cast, letting the audience imagine all their favorite stars sharing one roof during their golden years."

Produced by the stellar team of Wyck Godfrey, Marty Bowen, and Isaac Klausner, and with Ryan Cunningham at the co-producing helm, “Encore” promises heart, hilarity, and a standing ovation. Overseeing the global charla and charm, Protagonist Pictures, along with UTA Independent Film Group and CAA Media Finance, are orchestrating what’s sure to be a Cobertura grande at Cannes.

Temple Hill co-founder Godfrey added, “’Encore’ celebrates the idea that every day is a chance to live our best lives, con corazón y risa.” Meanwhile, Protagonist CEO Dave Bishop couldn’t help but sing praises: “Full of emotion and anchored by a fantastic cast, ‘Encore’ is the feel-good comedy we've all been waiting for."

As for our estrellas? Glenn Close, Jeremy Irons, Henry Winkler, and Don Johnson—all guided by powerhouse agencies—are about to sprinkle some serious dust. Así que, are you ready to see your favorites light up the screen again?

So, grab your popcorn y a tu , because “Encore” is not just a film—it's a celebration of life's second acts, proving it’s never too late to chase dreams and laugh along the way. It's a toast to , wrapped in a feel-good fiesta of film. ¡Nos vemos en el cine!

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