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In a significant development for fans of comedy, Paul Walter Hauser is set to portray the iconic comedian Chris Farley in an upcoming biographical film. The project, being developed by Josh Gad, has attracted considerable attention since its announcement. Hauser’s vision includes a casting preference for Lorne Michaels, the legendary creator of Saturday Night Live.
During a recent interview at the premiere of Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere in Los Angeles, Hauser shared his aspirations regarding casting choices for the Farley biopic. He expressed a strong desire for Sam Rockwell to portray Michaels, a pivotal figure in Farley’s career.
“I have some ideas for who to cast for Lorne,” Hauser stated, revealing that he had not previously disclosed his casting wish.
The facts
Hauser made a humorous appeal directly to Rockwell. He said, “Sam Rockwell, please play Lorne Michaels in my Chris Farley movie.
You love being around me when I do my Farley impression anyway, so I’ll do Matt Foley all day for you and make you laugh. It’ll be fun.” This light-hearted request highlights Hauser’s enthusiasm for the project and his potential collaboration with Rockwell.
The consequences
If Hauser’s casting wish materializes, it would mark a second collaboration between him and Rockwell, following their work on Clint Eastwood’s 2019 film Richard Jewell. The two actors are recognized for their strong chemistry, which could enhance the biopic’s dynamic.
Earlier, Hauser mentioned receiving an updated script draft from the writing duo Scott Neustadter and Michael H. Weber, known for 500 Days of Summer. He described this draft as the best one yet.
Regarding production, Hauser indicated that filming could begin as early as the first half of next year, contingent on approval from New Line and Warner Bros.
This project has been in the spotlight since its initial announcement in, generating significant interest among fans of both Farley and comedy.
About the Chris Farley biopic
While details about the film’s plot remain closely guarded, it is based on the acclaimed biography titled The Chris Farley Show: A Biography in Three Acts, co-authored by Tom Farley Jr., Chris Farley’s brother, and Tanner Colby. This biography offers an in-depth look at Farley’s life, rise to fame, and his impact on comedy. By adapting this biography, Hauser and Gad aim to honor Farley’s legacy and introduce his story to a new generation.
As anticipation grows for this biopic, fans are eager to see how Hauser’s vision materializes on screen, particularly with the potential casting of Rockwell. The film aims to depict Farley’s remarkable talent and explore the relationships and experiences that shaped him into a comedy icon.
