The highly anticipated comedy series, The Studio, co-created by Seth Rogen, has unveiled its complete guest cast, promising an exciting lineup of A-list cameos in each episode. Rogen, who serves as the lead actor, writer, director, and executive producer of this innovative Apple TV+ series, recently stepped into the director's chair to share the news about the impressive ensemble of guest stars.
In The Studio, Rogen takes on the role of Matt Remick, a fictional character who is the newly appointed head of the beleaguered Continental Studios. The series navigates the tumultuous world of Hollywood, showcasing Remick's ongoing battles and discussions with fellow creatives and demanding actors. Central to the narrative is the enduring question of whether art and commerce can truly coexist in the film industry.
The series had previously announced a stellar cast, including Kathryn Hahn, Catherine O’Hara, Ike Barinholtz, and Chase Sui Wonders, alongside recurring guest stars like Bryan Cranston, Keyla Monterroso Mejia, and Dewayne Perkins. The latest announcement adds a remarkable list of Hollywood talent in alphabetical order, featuring:
Aaron Sorkin Adam Scott Anthony Mackie Antony Starr Arthur Keng Bill Watterson Charli D’Amelio Charlize Theron Chris Gann Courtney Pauroso Dan Black Dave Franco David Krumholtz Derek Wilson Devon Bostick Erin Moriarty Greta Lee Ice Cube Jean Smart Jen Statsky Jessica Clements Jessica St. Clair Johnny Knoxville Josh Hutcherson Kit Hoover Larry Brown Lil Rel Howery Lisa Gilroy Lucia Aniello Martin Scorsese Matt Belloni Nicholas Stoller Olivia Wilde Owen Kline Parker Finn Paul Dano Paul W. Downs Peter Berg Quinta Brunson Ramy Youssef Rebecca Hall Rhea Perlman Ron Howard Sarah Polley Steve Buscemi Sugar Lyn Beard Ted Sarandos Thomas Barbusca Trevor Tordjman Zac Efron Zack Snyder Ziwe Zoë KravitzRogen recently shared insights about his motivation behind creating The Studio. He expressed a desire to craft a series that reflects his personal experiences in the film industry. According to Rogen, “I thought that maybe we could make something that was very personal based on our experiences that was like the real, hopefully definitive, show business satire for this current era.” He also mentioned engaging with actual Hollywood studio heads and marketing executives, many of whom expressed excitement about the show.
As the premiere date approaches, excitement continues to build for The Studio. The series is set to debut on Apple TV+ with two episodes released on March 26, followed by a weekly episode rollout through May 21. With its unique blend of humor and insight into Hollywood, The Studio is poised to become a standout series for comedy lovers in 2025.
The Hollywood Reporter has already provided a review of The Studio, with critic Angie Han noting that its brand of cringe humor may not appeal to everyone. Nonetheless, she suggests that for those who resonate with its style, it could emerge as a top contender for the best new comedy of the year. Rogen, along with executive producers Evan Goldberg, James Weaver, Alex McAtee, and Josh Fagen, are eager to see how audiences respond to this ambitious project.
