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Comedic Duo Arnett and Cooper Reunite for New Film 'Is This Thing On?'
19 Oct
Summary
- Arnett and Cooper were neighbors and friends when starting their acting careers
- They lived in the same building and would often spot fellow actor Dennis Hopper
- The two have now joined forces professionally for the new film 'Is This Thing On?'
In October 2025, at the world premiere of the new film 'Is This Thing On?' at the New York Film Festival, actors Will Arnett and Bradley Cooper reminisced about their shared beginnings in Hollywood. The two had first met at a bar in New York City and instantly hit it off, becoming close friends.
When Arnett was looking for a place to stay in California, Cooper offered him a spot in the building they shared. The two actors ended up living next door to each other, and they also got a glimpse into the life of another film star - Dennis Hopper. Arnett and Cooper would often see Hopper in his backyard or leaving the back alley, and they were thrilled to be living so close to the acclaimed actor.
Now, decades later, Arnett and Cooper have finally joined forces professionally for 'Is This Thing On?', a film that Cooper directs and stars in alongside Arnett and Laura Dern. Arnett describes the experience as "very surreal" and says the thrill of working together has not worn off.
'Is This Thing On?' follows a couple, played by Arnett and Dern, on the verge of divorce as Arnett's character tries his hand at stand-up comedy. The film premiered at the New York Film Festival on October 10, 2025 and is set to open in select theaters on December 19, 2025.
