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Jay Kelly

Jay Kelly

Everybody knows Jay Kelly, but Jay Kelly doesn't know himself.

20256.12h 12m

Overview

Famous movie actor Jay Kelly embarks on a journey of self-discovery, confronting both his past and present, accompanied by his devoted manager, Ron.

Directed by Noah Baumbach
Written by Emily Mortimer, Noah Baumbach
Produced by David Heyman, Amy Pascal, Noah Baumbach
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Top Cast

George Clooney

George Clooney

Jay Kelly

Adam Sandler

Adam Sandler

Ron Sukenick

Laura Dern

Laura Dern

Liz

Billy Crudup

Billy Crudup

Timothy

Riley Keough

Riley Keough

Jessica Kelly

Grace Edwards

Grace Edwards

Daisy Kelly

Stacy Keach

Stacy Keach

Jay's Dad

Jim Broadbent

Jim Broadbent

Peter Schneider

Patrick Wilson

Patrick Wilson

Ben Alcock

Eve Hewson

Eve Hewson

Daphne

Themes & Keywords

managereuropenostalgicdramedyactorjoyousegotisticalclichéfamous actor

About Jay Kelly

Jay Kelly is a drama, comedy film released in 2025 exploring themes of manager, europe, nostalgic, dramedy, actor, joyous. Directed by Noah Baumbach, it stars George Clooney, Adam Sandler, Laura Dern. Famous movie actor Jay Kelly embarks on a journey of self-discovery, confronting both his past and present, accompanied by his devoted manager, Ron.

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