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How ER's 'Hell and High Water' Launched Clooney's Career

11/11/2025

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The 1995 ER episode "Hell and High Water" captivated 45 million viewers and significantly shaped George Clooney's career.
Director Christopher Chulack revealed the episode led to Clooney's casting as Batman in 1997's Batman & Robin.
Clooney later earned acclaim in Michael Clayton and Up in the Air.
His latest project, Jay Kelly, premieres on November 14, 2025, and explores fame and personal reflection.

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Story summary

The 1995 ER episode "Hell and High Water" captivated 45 million viewers and significantly shaped George Clooney's career.
Director Christopher Chulack revealed the episode led to Clooney's casting as Batman in 1997's Batman & Robin.
Clooney later earned acclaim in Michael Clayton and Up in the Air.
His latest project, Jay Kelly, premieres on November 14, 2025, and explores fame and personal reflection.