Josh Gad’s Chris Farley Biopic Starring Paul Walter Hauser Lands at New Line
¡Hola, mi gente! Get ready for a nostalgic trip down memory lane with a twist of new aventuras! New Line Cinema just scored a big win, securing the rights to a biopic of the unforgettable Chris Farley, and guess what? It stars Paul Walter Hauser, quien you might know from his stunning performances in hits like “Cruella” and “Cobra Kai.” The buzz is real, and let me tell you, this project was hotly contested!
How beautiful is it that the Farley family has given their bendición for this film? That’s right, compadres, they're all in, ensuring that this tribute feels authentic and heartfelt. And there’s more sizzle to this story—the film marks a new beginning for actor Josh Gad, who’s stepping behind the camera for the first time as director. Are you ready to see the magic he will conjure up from that creative sombrero of his?
Y no te olvides de los screenwriters, amigos! The talented Scott Neustadter and Michael H. Weber, the masterminds behind “The Disaster Artist” and “Daisy Jones & the Six”, are weaving their palabras into the screenplay. They’re basing it off the best-selling book “The Chris Farley Show: A Biography in Three Acts.” This isn’t just any libro, it’s penned by Farley’s own hermano, Tom, alongside Tanner Colby. Talk about keeping it in the familia!
Paul Walter Hauser is bringing the persona of Chris Farley back to life, and if you think that's all, pues piensa otra vez! Soon, you’ll hear him as the voice of Embarrassment in Disney and Pixar’s “Inside Out 2”, and see him trading sharp dialogues with Matt Damon in “The Instigators.” Plus, él is leading in Tony Tost’s upcoming film “Americana” alongside Sydney Sweeney—definitely una mezcla exciting of roles coming our way!
Remembering Chris Farley, quien nos dejó too soon in 1997 after battling his demons, we recall his dazzling legacy on “Saturday Night Live” and laugh-out-loud comedies like "Tommy Boy" and "Beverly Hills Ninja." His charismatic energy was truly única, and this biopic promises to honor that.
Con todos estos talented people bringing their best game, from the producers Lorne Michaels and Erin David, to the incredible cast and creative team, this flick is shaping up to be un espectáculo you won’t want to miss.
Representation is clave here. We’ve got big names backing our stars, with Hauser’s team at CAA and Artists First, and Gad rocking with CAA and Sugar 23. Also, keep an eye on the powerhouse teams supporting the writers and the iconic Broadway Video.
Así que, amigos, stay tuned. This biopic is not just a film, it’s a celebración of a man who made us laugh till we cried, a reminder of his spirit, and a peek into the arte of movie magic through Josh Gad’s fresh vision. Ready to be moved, to laugh, and maybe even shed a tear? ¡Claro que sí! This is one cine ride you won’t want to miss—vamos to celebrate Chris Farley’s luminous yet tragically short journey. Stay tuned, because this is going to be bueno, te lo garantizo!