Adam Sandler and George Clooney Join Forces For an Exciting New Project

Two of Hollywood’s most renowned funnymen are joining forces for an emotional new comedy-drama from Oscar-nominated writer/director Noah Baumbach. Netflix announced this week that George Clooney and Adam Sandler will star in an as-yet-untitled coming-of-age film that Baumbach will direct from a script he co-wrote with Emily Mortimer. 

What is The New George Clooney and Adam Sandler Project About?

According to Deadline, Few details have been revealed about the plot, other than it being described as

“a funny and emotional coming-of-age film about adults.”

But with such celebrated talents in front of and behind the camera, expectations are high for something both heartfelt and humorous.

While George Clooney and Adam Sandler are best known for their comedic work, both actors have proven their dramatic chops in more serious roles. Clooney received an Oscar nomination for his performance in Up In The Air and won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for Syriana. Sandler earned critical praise for his work in Punch-Drunk Love and The Meyerowitz Stories, his previous collaboration with Baumbach.

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Still, it begs the question of whether two iconic funnymen can authentically pull off leading roles in a coming-of-age story. Baumbach likely wouldn’t have cast Sandler and Clooney if he didn’t think they could connect with audiences on a deeper level. And perhaps their comedy backgrounds will enable them to bring warmth and humor to heavier themes.

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What Does This Netflix Deal Mean For George Clooney and Adam Sandler?

For Clooney and Sandler, joining forces for a Netflix production signals a doubling down on their relationships with the streamer. Sandler in particular has released multiple films with Netflix over the past decade. Meanwhile, Clooney has impressed critics with his recent directorial efforts like The Midnight Sky which was released on the platform.

So while the upcoming collaboration with Sandler and Clooney may seem unexpected, it demonstrates their artistic growth as performers. Under Baumbach’s direction, movie buffs can likely anticipate a more sophisticated character study than one might associate with these actors’ past work. Audiences will find out when the film debuts on Netflix.

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