Paul Walter Hauser, who is playing Chris Farley in an upcoming biopic, has started imagining the rest of the cast. He’s particularly excited about who should play Lorne Michaels, the creator of Saturday Night Live, and has someone specific in mind – a choice that many would likely approve of.
I was reading an interview with Paul Walter Hauser in Variety from AFI Fest, and he actually said who he thinks should play him in a movie! He was making a real case for this actor, and it’s someone pretty legendary – a character actor who’s already won an Oscar, apparently. It’s so cool he has someone in mind!
Sam Rockwell, I really want you to play Lorne Michaels in my movie about Chris Farley. You always enjoy when I do my Farley impression, so I’m happy to do my Matt Foley character for you all day and make you laugh – it’ll be a great time!
He has a good point – the casting choice really works. Rockwell is capable of portraying Michaels’ unique blend of aloofness and hidden influence, and he and Hauser already have strong on-screen chemistry. They previously collaborated on the 2019 film Richard Jewell (which Hauser reviewed modestly), so bringing them together again for this project feels like a natural fit.
Paul Walter Hauser recently shared that he received the latest version of the script, penned by Scott Neustadter and Michael H. Weber (known for 500 Days of Summer), and believes it’s the strongest one so far. Filming could begin in early to mid-next year, pending final approval from New Line and Warner Bros.
A new movie about Chris Farley is in the works, based on the biography The Chris Farley Show: A Biography in Three Acts. Written by Farley’s brother, Tom Farley Jr., and Tanner Colby, the film will delve into the comedian’s quick rise to fame, as well as the personal challenges he faced behind the scenes. It was first announced in April 2024, and details about the plot are currently being kept secret.
Paul Walter Hauser, who will soon portray Chris Farley, recently shared stories about his conversations with Lorne Michaels, David Spade, and other people connected to the late comedian.
Chris Farley is instantly recognizable as one of the biggest stars from Saturday Night Live in the 1990s. He became a comedy icon thanks to his energetic performances, memorable characters, and endlessly quotable moments, both on the show and in movies. But behind the laughter, Farley faced serious personal challenges, making a film about his life particularly impactful. Paul Hauser seems perfectly cast in the lead role, and pairing him with Ken Rockwell is exciting news for fans of SNL.
With Sam Rockwell playing Lorne Michaels, the movie would have two leads capable of truly honoring Chris Farley’s memory and capturing his unique blend of warmth and comedy.
While we find out if Sam Rockwell will play the part or learn more about the upcoming biopic, there’s plenty to watch from Paul Walter Hauser right now. For a comedy, you can stream The Naked Gun with a Paramount+ subscription. If you’re looking for something more dramatic, check out Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere, which is currently playing in theaters and will be released on film in 2025.
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