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Wyatt Russell Joins Dysfunctional Family Comedy 'Happy'
17 Sep
Summary
- Wyatt Russell cast in John Carroll Lynch's comedy 'Happy'.
- Film depicts a disastrous first meeting with a partner's parents.
- Production begins March 2027 in the U.S. with global sales handled by Embankment.
Wyatt Russell, known for "Thunderbolts" and "Monarch: Legacy of Monsters," is the latest addition to John Carroll Lynch's new comedy, "Happy." He will star alongside Asa Butterfield, Mark Strong, Kyra Sedgwick, Brittany O'Grady, and Patti Harrison.
The film, written by Ira Steven Behr, centers on Myles (Butterfield) as he endures a chaotic and awkward introduction to his girlfriend's family. The narrative promises a series of increasingly bizarre and boundary-less events, escalating from an "awkward introduction" to a profound test of love.
Russell's character is named Roger. John Carroll Lynch, director of the acclaimed "Lucky," is helming "Happy." Production is slated to begin in March 2027 within the United States, with Embankment overseeing international sales.
Claude Dal Farra and Brian Keady of BCDF Pictures are producing the film, alongside Richard Kahan and Ira Steven Behr. Dal Farra expressed excitement over Russell's casting, citing his "distinctive presence" as a perfect fit for the project.
