US EditionGeorge Clooney tries to find himself in 'Jay Kelly'
- Noah Baumbach’s movie Jay Kelly, featuring George Clooney and Adam Sandler, had its world debut at the 2025 Venice Film Festival in August.
- The film explores Jay Kelly's journey of self-discovery and features an impromptu trip to France prompted by his daughter's move, with Ron, his manager played by Sandler, accompanying him.
- Jay Kelly combines humor and melancholy while reflecting on Hollywood's changes, showcasing strong performances praised by critics including Steve Pond and Awards Radar.
- The film is set for a limited theater release on November 14, 2025, followed by its Netflix debut on December 5, with a 78% Rotten Tomatoes score and a Golden Lion nomination.
- Jay Kelly's festival presence and acclaimed performances suggest it may become a notable awards contender, particularly spotlighting Adam Sandler's role for possible Oscar recognition.
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George Clooney, Adam Sandler explore superstardom in 'Jay Kelly' trailer
George Clooney as Jay Kelly in ‘Jay Kelly.’ (Peter Mountain/Netflix) George Clooney and Adam Sandler play star and manager in a new trailer released Monday for the upcoming Noah Baumbach film Jay Kelly. The two actors star side-by-side in the new look at the film, with Clooney as a curious celebrity working to explore his own life on a trip to Europe with Sandler, his manager. Starring alongside Clooney and Sandler are Laura Dern and Billy Crudu…
Could ‘Jay Kelly’ Earn Adam Sandler His 1st Oscar? Fans Seem to Think So
George Clooney and Adam Sandler have teamed up for the enthralling Jay Kelly — a film that fans think could potentially earn Sandler his first-ever Oscar. The trailer for the Noah Baumbach-directed comedy drama dropped on Monday, September 29, with many already predicting Sandler’s name to be thrown into the mix for an Academy Award nomination. “Give this guy an Oscar already,” one person commented under the trailer on YouTube. “I’ve noticed for…
‘Jay Kelly’ Trailer: George Clooney and Adam Sandler Bring Out Their Dramatic Chops in Noah Baumbach’s Upcoming Netflix Film (Watch Video) | 🎥 LatestLY
Jay Kelly had its world premiere at the 82nd Venice International Film Festival on August 28, 2025, where it was nominated for the Golden Lion and received an eight-minute standing ovation. The film releases in select US theatres on November 14, 2025, before streaming worldwide on Netflix from December 5. 🎥 ‘Jay Kelly’ Trailer: George Clooney and Adam Sandler Bring Out Their Dramatic Chops in Noah Baumbach’s Upcoming Netflix Film (Watch Video).
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