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Express Tribune
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Larson, Collins, Quaid and Golding unite for unexpected new comedy
Brie Larson, Lily Collins, Jack Quaid and Henry Golding will headline 'Close Personal Friends', a fresh comedy from Amazon MGM Studios set to begin filming in London this September. Directed by Jason Orley, best known for 'Big Time Adolescence' and frequent collaborations with Pete Davidson, the project promises a mix of celebrity satire and awkward humour. The film follows a couple on holiday in Santa Barbara who unexpectedly befriend a famous couple, leading to blurred boundaries, crossed personal lines and escalating comedic chaos. While much of the plot remains under wraps, the premise suggests a sharp, character-driven comedy centred on modern relationships and fame. Orley developed the concept with Isaac Aptaker, who later wrote the script. Aptaker is producing alongside his Walk-Up Company partner Elizabeth Berger, with Maximum Effort's Ashley Fox and Johnny Pariseau also attached. Orley serves as executive producer, reuniting with Aptaker and Berger after their 2022 romantic comedy 'I Want You Back'. Larson, an Academy Award winner for 'Room' and star of Marvel's 'Captain Marvel' films, recently earned multiple award nominations for her role in 'Lessons in Chemistry'. Quaid has appeared in action thrillers 'Novocaine' and 'Heads of State', while Collins continues to front Netflix's hit series 'Emily in Paris'. Golding, who rose to prominence in 'Crazy Rich Asians', is currently starring in Guy Ritchie's 'The Gentlemen' series for Netflix. Filming is set to bring together this eclectic ensemble under Orley's direction, with anticipation building for how the story's mix of romance, fame and comedic tension will play out on screen. Early industry chatter suggests the chemistry between the four leads could be one of the film's strongest draws, with Larson and Collins expected to anchor the dynamic. If the project delivers on its promise, 'Close Personal Friends' could be one of Amazon MGM's standout comedies of 2026, combining sharp writing, big-name talent and a premise ripe for awkward hilarity.


Express Tribune
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Brie Larson, Lily Collins, Jack Quaid and Henry Golding unite for unexpected new comedy
Brie Larson, Lily Collins, Jack Quaid and Henry Golding will headline Close Personal Friends, a fresh comedy from Amazon MGM Studios set to begin filming in London this September. Directed by Jason Orley, best known for Big Time Adolescence and frequent collaborations with Pete Davidson, the project promises a mix of celebrity satire and awkward humour. The film follows a couple on holiday in Santa Barbara who unexpectedly befriend a famous couple, leading to blurred boundaries, crossed personal lines and escalating comedic chaos. While much of the plot remains under wraps, the premise suggests a sharp, character-driven comedy centred on modern relationships and fame. Orley developed the concept with Isaac Aptaker, who later wrote the script. Aptaker is producing alongside his Walk-Up Company partner Elizabeth Berger, with Maximum Effort's Ashley Fox and Johnny Pariseau also attached. Orley serves as executive producer, reuniting with Aptaker and Berger after their 2022 romantic comedy I Want You Back. Larson, an Academy Award winner for Room and star of Marvel's Captain Marvel films, recently earned multiple award nominations for her role in Lessons in Chemistry. Quaid has appeared in action thrillers Novocaine and Heads of State, while Collins continues to front Netflix's hit series Emily in Paris. Golding, who rose to prominence in Crazy Rich Asians, is currently starring in Guy Ritchie's The Gentlemen series for Netflix. Filming is set to bring together this eclectic ensemble under Orley's direction, with anticipation building for how the story's mix of romance, fame and comedic tension will play out on screen. Early industry chatter suggests the chemistry between the four leads could be one of the film's strongest draws, with Larson and Collins expected to anchor the dynamic. If the project delivers on its promise, Close Personal Friends could be one of Amazon MGM's standout comedies of 2026, combining sharp writing, big-name talent and a premise ripe for awkward hilarity.


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2 days ago
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Brie Larson, Lily Collins, Jack Quaid, Henry Golding to Star in "Close Personal Friends"
Yara Sameh Brie Larson, Lily Collins, Jack Quaid and Henry Golding have signed on to star in the movie "Close Personal Friends" from Amazon MGM Studios. Jason Orley is directing the pic from a script penned by Isaac Aptaker, which is based on a story they wrote. The Walk-Up Company's Aptaker and Elizabeth Berger, and Maximum Effort's Ashley Fox and Johnny Pariseau, will produce. Orley will executive produce. Plot details of the movie are being kept under wraps. Larson most recently executive produced and starred in Apple TV+'s "Lessons in Chemistry," earning Emmy, SAG, Critics Choice and Golden Globe nominations. Her credits include the titular role in "Captain Marvel", which broke box office records, and its sequel, "The Marvels", in addition to "Fast X," "Trainwreck," "Kong: Skull Island," "The Glass Castle", and her breakout role in 2013's "Short Term 12." Collins can be seen in the Netflix series "Emily in Paris," for which she received her second Golden Globe nomination. The Emmy-nominated show, on which Collins plays the titular star and also serves as a producer, was recently renewed for a fifth season. Last fall, she made her stage debut on the West End in Bess Woh's "Barcelona," and can recently be seen on screen in "Maxxine," the final installment in Ti West and A24's cult horror trilogy, following the 2022 sequel "Pearl." Quaid stars in the Emmy-nominated Prime Video series "The Boys," created by Eric Kripke and executive producers Evan Goldberg and Seth Rogen. Quaid captivated audiences in Drew Hancock's gripping sci-fi thriller "Companion," starred in Paramount's action thriller "Novocaine," and can currently be seen in the Amazon MGM Studios film "Heads of State." Golding can most recently be seen in the second season of Hulu's "Nine Perfect Strangers," "Another Simple Favor" for Amazon MGM Studios, and "Old Guard 2" for Netflix. Upcoming, he will star in the independent film "Daniela Forever," which will be released globally July 22. Additional film credits include "Last Christmas," "Snake Eyes," "A Simple Favor," "The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare," and "Persuasion and Monsoon." On the series side, Golding can be seen in Guy Ritchie's "The Gentlemen" for Netflix. read more New Tourism Route To Launch in Old Cairo Ahmed El Sakka-Led Play 'Sayidati Al Jamila' to Be Staged in KSA on Dec. 6 Mandy Moore Joins Season 2 of "Dr. Death" Anthology Series Don't Miss These Movies at 44th Cairo Int'l Film Festival Today Amr Diab to Headline KSA's MDLBEAST Soundstorm 2022 Festival Arts & Culture Mai Omar Stuns in Latest Instagram Photos Arts & Culture "The Flash" to End with Season 9 Arts & Culture Ministry of Culture Organizes four day Children's Film Festival Arts & Culture Canadian PM wishes Muslims Eid-al-Adha Videos & Features Story behind Trending Jessica Radcliffe Death Video News Israeli-Linked Hadassah Clinic in Moscow Treats Wounded Iranian IRGC Fighters Arts & Culture "Jurassic World Rebirth" Gets Streaming Date News China Launches Largest Ever Aircraft Carrier News Ayat Khaddoura's Final Video Captures Bombardment of Beit Lahia Business Egyptian Pound Undervalued by 30%, Says Goldman Sachs Videos & Features Tragedy Overshadows MC Alger Championship Celebration: One Fan Dead, 11 Injured After Stadium Fall Arts & Culture South Korean Actress Kang Seo-ha Dies at 31 after Cancer Battle Lifestyle Get to Know 2025 Eid Al Adha Prayer Times in Egypt News The Jessica Radcliffe Orca Attack? 100% Fake and AI-Generated
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2 days ago
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Brie Larson Leads Star-Studded Comedy Movie Close Personal Friends
Academy Award winner Brie Larson has signed on for one of the leading roles in the upcoming comedy movie titled Close Personal Friends, which hails from Amazon MGM Studios. The acclaimed star is no stranger to the genre, after previously appearing in movies such as Scott Pilgrim vs. the World, 21 Jump Street, and Trainwreck. This marks Larson's first major movie in a while, after reprising her role as Carol Danvers/Captain Marvel in 2023's The Marvels. She recently appeared as a guest star in the acclaimed Hulu dramedy The Bear Season 4. At the moment, Larson is currently attached to star opposite fellow Oscar winner Olivia Colman in FX's mystery drama series Cry Wolf. Who are joining Brie Larson in the Close Personal Friends cast? According to THR, the Marvel vet will be joined by Lily Collins (Emily in Paris), Jack Quaid (The Boys), and Henry Golding (Crazy Rich Asians), who have also been tapped to lead the cast of Close Personal Friends. Further details about their characters are still being kept under wraps. However, the movie will reportedly revolved around 'one couple that meets and befriends a celebrity couple while on a trip to Santa Barbara. Personal lines get crossed, among other things, and awkward hilarity ensues.' Close Personal Friends will be directed and executive producedby Big Time Adolescence filmmaker Jason Orley from a screenplay written by Isaac Aptaker, based on a story by Orley and Aptaker. The latter will also be producing alongside Elizabeth Berger through their production banner Walk-Up Company. Maximum Effort's Ashley Fox and Johnny Pariseau are also set to serve as producers. Production on the upcoming movie is expected to begin this September in London. (Source: THR) The post Brie Larson Leads Star-Studded Comedy Movie Close Personal Friends appeared first on - Movie Trailers, TV & Streaming News, and More. Solve the daily Crossword