Kristen Wiig
Rudd, Wiig, Topher Grace Lining Up for Sibling Indie
Paul Rudd, and Kristen Wiig are rumored to be joining the cast of Bobby Blue Sky, an independent feature also starring Topher Grace. Story focuses on three dysfunctional siblings. »
First Look at All-Star Cast of ‘Bridesmaids’
Lots of familiar faces in this first look at Bridesmaids, a 2011 comedy starring Kristen Wiig and produced by Judd Apatow »
Cast Coming Together for Wiig’s ‘Bridesmaids’
The Hollywood Reporter is announcing a series of casting additions to the Kristen Wiig vehicle, Bridesmaids. The comedy was cowritten by Wiig and is produced by Judd Apatow and directed by Paul Feig. »
Apatow Producing Rudd’s Next Film
Judd Apatow has been relatively quiet in the year following last summer's Funny People promotion. Now we have news that he will be producing a new film starring Paul Rudd, set to begin filming in the fall. The script comes from the Role Models team of David Wain and Ken Marino. »
Carell and Fey Lead Stellar Cast in Funny ‘Date Night’ (****)
Date Night melds the domestic and action comedy genres to good effect, relying on the chemistry of it's stars and wise casting choices, rather than a tight script. If you like either Carell or Fey you'll more than get your money's worth, and there's certainly enough action and emotion for either side of the... »
Is Kristen Wiig Set to be Apatow’s Latest Protege?
The Hollywood Reporter is reporting that Judd Apatow will be producing a new wedding-themed comedy starring and written by Kristen Wiig. Does this mean that Wiig is set to follow Steve Carell, Seth Rogen, Jonah Hill, and Jason Segel who have all benefited from Apatow Productions' magic touch? »
Frat Pack’s Favorite Funny Ladies
This weekend msn.com had a nice article on some of our favorite funny ladies. Although they aren't full fledged Frat Packers, these ladies have contributed so some of the best Frat Pack movies and current shows. »
‘Despicable Me’ Trailer Focuses on Steve Carell’s Character
The previous trailer for Steve Carell's 2010 animated comedy Despicable Me left some heads scratching. Thankfully, a second trailer is now available that focuses much more on Carell's character, Gru. »
Carell Snubbed 4th Year in a Row at Emmys
Office co-stars Steve Carell and Rainn Wilson were once again passed over at the Primetime Emmys, as were SNL's Amy Poehler and Kristen Wiig. Red Carpet photos of Frat Pack stars in attendance included below. (Note to Office fans: our own Kevin Crossman returns with his That's What She Said podcast this week.) »
‘Extract’ is Worth a Taste (***)
If Office Space put the average worker in the limelight as the protagonist, Mike Judge’s new film Extract instead focuses on the plight of the small business owner. Though workplace humor is similar territory for Judge, the twist in perspective and a new crew of wacky characters makes Extract well worth giving a try. »
