Who is the director of 'My New Friend Jim'?

Ash Avildsen, an indie director, is the writer and director of 'My New Friend Jim'.

What is the status of the production for 'My New Friend Jim'?

As of November 14th, 2025, Ash Avildsen is nearing the production wrap on 'My New Friend Jim'.

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Indie Director Ash Avildsen Wraps Dark Comedy 'My New Friend Jim'

Q: What is the plot of 'My New Friend Jim'?

The film follows two fathers from vastly different worlds who form an unlikely bond while searching for a runaway daughter in Reno.

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Writer-director Ash Avildsen nearing production wrap on dark comedy 'My New Friend Jim'
Film adds six new cast members, including Charlie Plummer and Ruby Rose Turner
Story follows two fathers from different worlds searching for a runaway daughter in Reno

Indie Director Ash Avildsen Wraps Dark Comedy 'My New Friend Jim'

As of November 14th, 2025, writer-director Ash Avildsen is nearing the production wrap on his upcoming dark comedy 'My New Friend Jim'. The film, produced by Avildsen's Sumerian Pictures, has added six new cast members to its already impressive lineup led by Rob Lowe and Keith David.

The newcomers include Charlie Plummer, Ruby Rose Turner, Sky Katz, Richie Merritt, Brandon Severs, and vocalist Lil Lotus, who is making his acting debut. The film, which is currently shooting in Nevada, follows two fathers from vastly different worlds who form an unlikely bond while searching for a runaway daughter in Reno.