Ben Stiller to Produce, Direct and Star(?) in New HBO Series
Alan Alda and Ben Stiller in Tower Heist
Ben Stiller will executive produce a new series for HBO and is slated to direct and star in the pilot, according to the Hollywood Reporter. It is unclear what acting role Stiller will take in the series which is described as “Jewish family comedy.” According to TRH, “The project, which is being billed as “politically, religiously, culturally, intellectually and sexually irreverent,” revolves around the daily and life-altering dramas of a Jewish family in Washington, DC.” The series is slated to start shooting this fall.
Alan Alda is in talks to appear in the series, which would be his first since M*A*S*H. Alda recently appeared with Stiller in Tower Heist and previously worked with the actor on Flirting with Disaster.
Stiller wrapped shooting on Neighborhood Watch just yesterday and is planning to star and direct in The Secret Life of Walter Mitty. So, it would seem implausible for Stiller to take a regular role on the series. But, perhaps a recurring role is possible for Stiller who is still among the most successful film comedians.
Ben Stiller and Alan Alda in Flirting with Disaster