Ben Stilleris known for working on timeless comedies that can entertain the audience with unpredictable twists and surprising celebrity appearances. According toThe Hollywood Reporter, the artist is back at it again withThe Dink. Stiller will have a supporting role in the movie, while also serving as a producer. The performer has assembled a very talented cast in order to bring the sports story to life. While his other comedic productions have been centered around family issues and the world ofZoolander,The Dinkwill dive deep into the world of pickleball.
Jake Johnsonwill step into the shoes of a tennis professional who is clearly past the prime of his career. The protagonist will have to play pickleball to save a club and to earn the respect of his father. Unfortunately for him, he’s never been a fan of pickleball.Mary SteenburgenandEd Harriswill also star inThe Dish. Details surrounding the character played by theNightmare Alleystar haven’t been disclosed yet. As if the star-studded cast wasn’t enough to make the comedy appealing, Grand Slam tennis championAndy Roddickwill also play a supporting role in the upcoming project.
Josh Greenbaum will directThe Dink. The filmmaker previously worked onBarb and Star Go to Vista Del Mar. The charismatic comedy starringKristen WiigandAnnie Mumoloproved that the artist has a very capable eye for making audiences laugh, making him a wonderful choice to tackleThe Dink. The screenplay for the upcoming movie was written bySean Clements, who was previously involved withWorkaholics. Principal photography for the new film produced by Ben Stiller is scheduled to begin in November.
Ben Stiller Continues a Streak of Success
Before preparing to turnThe Dinkinto a reality, Ben Stiller kept himself busy with television series such asHigh DesertandIn the Dark. The comedic actor has been working as an executive producer for years, going beyond his abilities seen on the screen. When it comes to his work as a performer, Stiller’s voice was heard inSeveranceand inKrapopolis. After decades of making audiences laugh with his unforgettable comedic roles, Ben Stiller is ready to explore the new stage of his career by producing projects that will expand the legacy of his acclaimed career.The Dinklooks like yet another step in the right direction for theNight at the Museumstar.
A release date forThe Dishhasn’t been set. Stay tuned to Collider for more updates.Night at the Museumis available to watch on Hulu.
Night at the Museum
Night at the Museum is a comedy adventure film directed by Shawn Levy. It tells the story of Larry Daley (Ben Stiller), a night shift security guard at the American Museum of Natural History in New York City who realizes that all the exhibits in the museum come to life at night. The cast includes Robin Williams as Theodore Roosevelt, Patrick Gallagher as Attila the Hun, and Mizuo Peck and Sacagawea.
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