United States / Oct 16, 2020
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1h 30min
Overall average
5.0/10
Trailer
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Plot
The film follows Will Chu whose true life passion is to become a stand-up comedian. He is given the opportunity to emcee a comedy show, opening for his hero, Billy G. Chu has to decide if he wants to continue the life he has set up or to pursue his dream, the life of a comedian.
Main cast
Full cast
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
| Ken Jeong | Quinn |
| Roy Wood Jr. | Gary |
| Russell Peters | Randy |
| Courtney Pauroso | Sophie |
| Jackie Tohn | Megan |
| Tom Segura | Cop |
| Alonzo Bodden | Tyree |
| Mircea Monroe | Carrie |
| Iliza Shlesinger | Val |
| Brooks Wheelan | Bill |
| Anjelah Johnson-Reyes | Chrissy |
| Kathleen Madigan | Sherry |
| Jessimae Peluso | Holly |
| Joe DeRosa | Intern |
| Pete Giovine | Joey #1 |
| Bret Ernst | Joey #2 |
| Felipe Esparza | Cabbie |
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| Dan Lauria | Mr. Acevedo |
| Whitney Cummings | Brooke |
| Sarah Tiana | Secretary |
| Moshe Kasher | Sasha |
Genres
Comedy
Technical details
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Original title | The Opening Act |
| Original language | English (EN) |
| Spoken languages | English |
| Production countries | United States of America |
| Status | Released |
| Production companies | Wild West Picture Show Productions, Look to the Sky Films |
| Release date | 16 ottobre 2020 |
| Executive producer | Sefton Fincham, Shafin Diamond, Dwight Manley, Michael Shader |
| Production | Vince Vaughn, Peter Billingsley |
| Writer | Steve Byrne |
| Casting | Julie Ashton |
| Cinematography | Eric Edwards |
| Assistant directors | Steve Byrne |
| Costume design | Elizabeth Kirby |
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| Makeup | Elizabeth Kirby |
| Hairstyling | Elizabeth Kirby |
Release dates
Theatrical release
Digital
United States / Oct 16, 2020
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