Katie Holmes, Joshua Jackson Reunite for Film Trilogy "Happy Hours"
Katie Holmes is set to write, direct and star in "Happy Hours," a new feature film trilogy where she'll reunited with her Dawson's Creek co-star Joshua Jackson.
Others in the cast include Mary-Louise Parker, Constance Wu, Joe Tippett, John McGinty, Donald Webber Jr., Nathan Darrow, Johnna Dias-Watson and Jack Martin.
Production on the first film kicks off in New York City this summer, with the second and third installments scheduled to follow closely after.
"Happy Hours" is described as a story about two people (Jackson and Holmes) navigating their relationship within the challenges of careers and family responsibilities and the pursuit of love, despite life's inevitable obstacles.
The pic is a character-driven dramedy that explores the emotional journey of young loves who reconnect as adults, with the connective thread of shared joys, loss, and hope.
The movie will be produced by Maven Screen Media and Bond Street Station, in association with Crown Productions and STX Films.
Celine Rattray and Trudie Styler are producing for Maven Screen Media, alongside Peter Coleman and Paula P. Manzanedo for Bond Street Station.
Annie Herndon will oversee for STX Films, with Jenny Halper, Sophia Pedlow and Jackie Donohoe overseeing for Maven.
Known for her work in features ranging from Christopher Nolan's "Batman Begins" to such acclaimed art house pictures as Ang Lee's "The Ice Storm" and Peter Hedges' "Pieces of April," Holmes has previously gotten behind the camera on indies including "Rare Objects," "Alone Together," and "All We Had," where she also starred. Both she and Jackson were part of The WB's beloved teen drama "Dawson's Creek" for all six seasons. Most recently seen guest starring alongside Natasha Lyonne in "Poker Face" Season 2.
Jackson was recently seen headlining ABC's "Doctor Odyssey," as well as "Karate Kid: Legends," opposite Jackie Chan and Ralph Macchio.
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