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Clooney and Sandler Shine in New Film 'Jay Kelly'

10/2/2025

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Story summary

George Clooney and Adam Sandler star in Jay Kelly, their first collaboration.
Clooney calls Sandler "the sweetest man" and jokes about influencing his fashion, urging suits over baggy shorts.
Noah Baumbach directs Jay Kelly, following a movie star's self-discovery across Europe, with Sandler as the star's manager.
The ensemble includes Laura Dern, Greta Gerwig, Billy Crudup, and Riley Keough.

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Story summary

George Clooney and Adam Sandler star in Jay Kelly, their first collaboration.
Clooney calls Sandler "the sweetest man" and jokes about influencing his fashion, urging suits over baggy shorts.
Noah Baumbach directs Jay Kelly, following a movie star's self-discovery across Europe, with Sandler as the star's manager.
The ensemble includes Laura Dern, Greta Gerwig, Billy Crudup, and Riley Keough.