George Clooney and Adam Sandler Team Up in Noah Baumbach’s Jay Kelly

Clooney and Sandler unite in Baumbach’s Jay Kelly for Netflix and Theaters.

Jay Kelly will debut in select theaters on November 14 before streaming globally on Netflix beginning December 5. The new drama from Academy Award nominee Noah Baumbach (Marriage Story, White Noise) brings together two Hollywood heavyweights: George Clooney and Adam Sandler.

Clooney as a Star in Crisis

George Clooney takes center stage as Jay Kelly, a world-famous movie actor grappling with his past and present. His performance is poised to blend Clooney’s signature charm with a more vulnerable, reflective side. The role puts him at the heart of Baumbach’s story of regrets, triumphs, and rediscovery.

Sandler as the Loyal Manager

Adam Sandler plays Ron, Kelly’s devoted manager who remains steadfast as the actor confronts the highs and lows of his career. Sandler, who has recently shifted between comedy and acclaimed dramatic roles, brings both humor and heart to the film, acting as the emotional anchor for Clooney’s character. Together, the pairing of Clooney and Sandler provides the film’s driving force.

An Ensemble Supporting Cast

While Clooney and Sandler lead the way, Jay Kelly also features an ensemble of acclaimed talent, including Laura Dern, Billy Crudup, Riley Keough, Grace Edwards, Stacy Keach, Jim Broadbent, Patrick Wilson, Eve Hewson, Greta Gerwig, Alba Rohrwacher, Josh Hamilton, Lenny Henry, Emily Mortimer, Nicôle Lecky, Thaddea Graham, Isla Fisher, Louis Partridge, and Charlie Rowe.

Baumbach’s Vision

Known for his ability to blend sharp humor with emotional complexity, Baumbach crafts Jay Kelly as both epic and intimate. The film capitalizes on Clooney’s gravitas and Sandler’s layered versatility, ensuring audiences see both actors in roles that showcase their depth.

Jay Kelly opens in select theaters on November 14 and arrives on Netflix on December 5.

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