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Futile And Stupid Gesture, A (2018)
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Futile And Stupid Gesture, A (2018)

Genre
Drama
Release Date
January 26, 2018
Studio
Netflix
Official Site
http://www.netflix.com/title/80107084
Genre
Drama
Release Date
January 26, 2018
MPAA Rating
16+
Duration
101 minute(s)
Production Budget
15
Studio
Netflix
Official Site
http://www.netflix.com/title/80107084
Director
David Wain
Producer
Peter Principato, Jonathan Stern
Screenwriter
Michael Colton, John Aboud
Starring
  • Will Forte as Doug Kenney
  • Domhnall Gleeson as Henry Beard
  • Joel McHale as Chevy Chase
  • Martin Mull
  • Emmy Rossum as Kathryn Walker
  • Seth Green as Christopher Guest
  • John Gemberling
  • Thomas Lennon
  • Jon Daly
  • Rick Glassman
  • Natasha Lyonne as Ann Beatts
  • Matt Walsh
  • Jackie Tohn
  • Paul Scheer
  • Elvy Yost
  • Matt Lucas as Tony Hendra
  • Camille Guaty

Directed by David Wain, this irreverent biographical drama chronicles the rise and fall of comedy legend Doug Kenney, co-founder of National Lampoon and a key architect of 1970s counterculture humor. Will Forte delivers a nuanced performance as Kenney, a brilliant but deeply troubled writer whose creative genius helped launch Saturday Night Live and define a generation's comedic voice. The film traces his journey from Harvard Lampoon to the dizzying heights of Hollywood success, where he co-wrote iconic films like National Lampoon's Animal House and Caddyshack. Alongside his creative partner Henry Beard (Domhnall Gleeson), Kenney navigates the chaotic, drug-fueled world of the National Lampoon magazine, clashing with egos and battling personal demons. Joel McHale plays Chevy Chase, while Martin Mull and Emmy Rossum round out a stellar ensemble cast. Blending sharp wit with poignant tragedy, this dramedy explores the high cost of genius and the fleeting nature of fame, painting a vivid portrait of a man who changed comedy forever before his mysterious disappearance at age 33.

GENRE: Drama YEAR: 2018