Johan Renck doesn't think 'Spaceman' could exist without Adam Sandler's "formidable and amazing" performance.The Swedish director cast the 'Happy Gilmore' star as lonely Czech cosmonaut Jakub, who befriends a giant telepathic space spider while on a solo mission in his new movie - which is adapted from Jaroslav Kalfar’s novel 'Spaceman of Bohemia' - and while he found much of making the film to be a "frustrating" experience, his leading man's work made it all worthwhile.Johan told The Hollywood Reporter: "When I look at this film now and I look at Adam’s performance, it’s phenomenal. He was hanging there on the wires. And he’s no spring chicken anymore. He’s not a gymnast or a bodybuilder. "And he’s hanging in mid-air, acting against a tennis ball, with me around the corner reading lines."Then you...
- 2/18/2024
- by Viki Waters
- Bang Showbiz
In Spaceman, Adam Sandler joins a long line of lonely men lost in space, a proud cinematic tradition going back past Ryan Gosling’s First Man, Brad Pitt in Ad Astra, Sam Rockwell in Moon, and Matthew McConaughey in Interstellar to the crew in Andrei Tarkovsky’s Solaris.
The latest in this sci-fi linage, adapted from Jaroslav Kalfar’s novel Spaceman of Bohemia, is set in an alternative future where the Czechs are frontrunners in the space race and their national hero is Jakub (Sandler), a cosmonaut on a solo mission to investigate a mysterious dust cloud on the edge of Jupiter that might just hold the secrets of the universe.
But millions of miles away from home, and from his pregnant wife, Lenka (Carey Mulligan), Jakub is consumed by loneliness and existential angst. Enter a huge, telepathic and empathetic space spider, voiced by Paul Dano, who promises to help...
The latest in this sci-fi linage, adapted from Jaroslav Kalfar’s novel Spaceman of Bohemia, is set in an alternative future where the Czechs are frontrunners in the space race and their national hero is Jakub (Sandler), a cosmonaut on a solo mission to investigate a mysterious dust cloud on the edge of Jupiter that might just hold the secrets of the universe.
But millions of miles away from home, and from his pregnant wife, Lenka (Carey Mulligan), Jakub is consumed by loneliness and existential angst. Enter a huge, telepathic and empathetic space spider, voiced by Paul Dano, who promises to help...
- 2/18/2024
- by Scott Roxborough
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
The Goat is back, ladies and gentlemen! Start digging in your childhood closet for that shoebox full of Adam Sandler cassette tapes and grab an absurd amount of D batteries for your boombox because the Sandman cometh to Netflix for a brand-new stand-up comedy special!
Netflix announced today that Adam Sandler will film an all-new comedy special, his second for Netflix following 2018’s Emmy-nominated 100% Fresh. The untitled special will be directed by Josh Safdie, who, along with Benny Safdie, also directed Sandler in the film Uncut Gems. The new comedy special continues Sandler’s illustrious partnership with Netflix. He has starred in several global hit Netflix films, including Leo, You Are So Not Invited To My Bat Mitzvah, Hustle, Murder Mystery, Murder Mystery 2, Hubie Halloween, Sandy Wexler, The Week Of, The Do-Over, and The Ridiculous 6. Additionally, Happy Madison has produced Father of the Year, The Wrong Missy, and The Out-laws.
Netflix announced today that Adam Sandler will film an all-new comedy special, his second for Netflix following 2018’s Emmy-nominated 100% Fresh. The untitled special will be directed by Josh Safdie, who, along with Benny Safdie, also directed Sandler in the film Uncut Gems. The new comedy special continues Sandler’s illustrious partnership with Netflix. He has starred in several global hit Netflix films, including Leo, You Are So Not Invited To My Bat Mitzvah, Hustle, Murder Mystery, Murder Mystery 2, Hubie Halloween, Sandy Wexler, The Week Of, The Do-Over, and The Ridiculous 6. Additionally, Happy Madison has produced Father of the Year, The Wrong Missy, and The Out-laws.
- 2/12/2024
- by Steve Seigh
- JoBlo.com
When Paul Thomas Anderson went against the industry grain and cast Adam Sandler as the lead in his fourth feature, "Punch Drunk Love," many people in Hollywood felt the brashly talented filmmaker's ego had inflated to Welles-ian proportions. After the dazzling excess of "Magnolia" (which was more divisive at the time than it is now), there was a sense that he was provoking for provocation's sake. Outside of Steven Seagal, it's possible there wasn't a more critically loathed star in America — and it wasn't just the movies they hated. They detested him. They considered him a charisma vacuum who needed someone as irresistibly lovable as Drew Barrymore to render his presence in a film tolerable.
Anderson shattered these misconceptions. Though Sandler didn't dive headlong into dramas after "Punch Drunk Love," he'd take on a non-comedic part every few years and remind us of his untapped potential — which he fully realized...
Anderson shattered these misconceptions. Though Sandler didn't dive headlong into dramas after "Punch Drunk Love," he'd take on a non-comedic part every few years and remind us of his untapped potential — which he fully realized...
- 12/21/2023
- by Jeremy Smith
- Slash Film
Get ready for a cosmic journey of heartbreak and hope as the first poster for Spaceman hurtles toward Earth, promising a sci-fi drama unlike any other. The film, directed by the acclaimed Johan Renck, boasts a stellar cast led by the chameleon-like Adam Sandler, the ever-radiant Carey Mulligan, and the enigmatic Paul Dano.
The poster itself is a captivating enigma. Against the backdrop of a swirling nebula, a lone figure, presumably Sandler’s astronaut Jakub Procházka, floats weightlessly in a worn spacesuit. His reflection in his helmet visor reveals a woman, presumed to be Mulligan’s Lenka, his wife back on Earth. The vast distance between them, emphasized by the swirling celestial void, speaks volumes about the emotional chasm Jakub faces on his solitary mission to the edge of the solar system.
But this isn’t just a story of isolation. Dano’s voice echoes in the poster’s tagline: “Lost in the cosmos,...
The poster itself is a captivating enigma. Against the backdrop of a swirling nebula, a lone figure, presumably Sandler’s astronaut Jakub Procházka, floats weightlessly in a worn spacesuit. His reflection in his helmet visor reveals a woman, presumed to be Mulligan’s Lenka, his wife back on Earth. The vast distance between them, emphasized by the swirling celestial void, speaks volumes about the emotional chasm Jakub faces on his solitary mission to the edge of the solar system.
But this isn’t just a story of isolation. Dano’s voice echoes in the poster’s tagline: “Lost in the cosmos,...
- 12/20/2023
- by CineArticles Editorial Team
- https://thecinemanews.online/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/IMG_4649
Pictures: Getty Images / Netflix
Adam Sandler and his production company Happy Maddison Productions, are a powerhouse production company for Netflix. The actor, writer and comedian has now been involved with over a dozen projects with lots more to come. Here’s a breakdown of everything coming from Sandler in 2024 and beyond.
Of course, Adam Sandler has now been producing movies for Netflix exclusively for years, with seven feature films, a stand-up special, and a handful of movies produced by his banner, Happy Madison. The deal has existed for years, although it was renewed in January 2020 for four more feature films.
Let’s recap all of the Adam Sandler movies/Happy Madison movies to have been released on Netflix so far. Those marked with an asterisk don’t star Sandler.
Leo – Released on November 21st, 2022 You Are So Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvah! – Released on August 25th, 2023 The Out-Laws* – Released on July 7th,...
Adam Sandler and his production company Happy Maddison Productions, are a powerhouse production company for Netflix. The actor, writer and comedian has now been involved with over a dozen projects with lots more to come. Here’s a breakdown of everything coming from Sandler in 2024 and beyond.
Of course, Adam Sandler has now been producing movies for Netflix exclusively for years, with seven feature films, a stand-up special, and a handful of movies produced by his banner, Happy Madison. The deal has existed for years, although it was renewed in January 2020 for four more feature films.
Let’s recap all of the Adam Sandler movies/Happy Madison movies to have been released on Netflix so far. Those marked with an asterisk don’t star Sandler.
Leo – Released on November 21st, 2022 You Are So Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvah! – Released on August 25th, 2023 The Out-Laws* – Released on July 7th,...
- 12/20/2023
- by Kasey Moore
- Whats-on-Netflix
Netflix has debuted first-look images and a teaser for the upcoming feature ‘Spaceman.’
Six months into a solitary research mission to the edge of the solar system, an astronaut, Jakub (Adam Sandler), realises that the marriage he left behind might not be waiting for him when he returns to Earth. Desperate to fix things with his wife, Lenka (Carey Mulligan), he is helped by a mysterious creature from the beginning of time he finds hiding in the bowels of his ship. Hanuš (voiced by Paul Dano) works with Jakub to understand what went wrong before it is too late.
Spaceman. (L to R) Adam Sandler as Jakub and Hanus in Spaceman. Cr. Courtesy of Netflix © 2023.
Directed by Johan Renck and based on the novel Spaceman of Bohemia, the film also stars Kunal Nayyar, Lena Olin, and Isabella Rossellini.
Also in trailers – Trailer drops for Daniel Kaluuya’s ‘The Kitchen’
The...
Six months into a solitary research mission to the edge of the solar system, an astronaut, Jakub (Adam Sandler), realises that the marriage he left behind might not be waiting for him when he returns to Earth. Desperate to fix things with his wife, Lenka (Carey Mulligan), he is helped by a mysterious creature from the beginning of time he finds hiding in the bowels of his ship. Hanuš (voiced by Paul Dano) works with Jakub to understand what went wrong before it is too late.
Spaceman. (L to R) Adam Sandler as Jakub and Hanus in Spaceman. Cr. Courtesy of Netflix © 2023.
Directed by Johan Renck and based on the novel Spaceman of Bohemia, the film also stars Kunal Nayyar, Lena Olin, and Isabella Rossellini.
Also in trailers – Trailer drops for Daniel Kaluuya’s ‘The Kitchen’
The...
- 12/19/2023
- by Zehra Phelan
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
The first look at Spaceman, Adam Sandler‘s upcoming dramatic film, has been revealed.
Here’s the film’s synopsis: Six months into a solitary research mission to the edge of the solar system, an astronaut, Jakub (Sandler), realizes that the marriage he left behind might not be waiting for him when he returns to Earth. Desperate to fix things with his wife, Lenka (Carey Mulligan), he is helped by a mysterious creature from the beginning of time he finds hiding in the bowels of his ship. Hanuš (voiced by Paul Dano) works with Jakub to make sense of what went wrong before it is too late.
Keep reading to find out more…
Directed by Johan Renck and based on the novel “Spaceman of Bohemia,” the film also stars Kunal Nayyar, Lena Olin, and Isabella Rossellini.
The film lands on Netflix on March 1, 2024.
Here’s the film’s synopsis: Six months into a solitary research mission to the edge of the solar system, an astronaut, Jakub (Sandler), realizes that the marriage he left behind might not be waiting for him when he returns to Earth. Desperate to fix things with his wife, Lenka (Carey Mulligan), he is helped by a mysterious creature from the beginning of time he finds hiding in the bowels of his ship. Hanuš (voiced by Paul Dano) works with Jakub to make sense of what went wrong before it is too late.
Keep reading to find out more…
Directed by Johan Renck and based on the novel “Spaceman of Bohemia,” the film also stars Kunal Nayyar, Lena Olin, and Isabella Rossellini.
The film lands on Netflix on March 1, 2024.
- 12/19/2023
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Once he was Cajun Man and Opera Man, now the Sandman, Adam Sandler, is the titular Spaceman in Johan Renck’s new sci-fi flick arriving on Netflix March 1.
In the movie, Sandler plays Jakub, an astronaut on a research mission at the far edges of the solar system, who is suddenly struck by the fear that his already rocky marriage to Carey Mulligan’s Lenka might not survive the strain and length of his intergalactic trip. During his travels, Jakub unexpectedly meets a strange spider-like creature named Hanuš (voiced by...
In the movie, Sandler plays Jakub, an astronaut on a research mission at the far edges of the solar system, who is suddenly struck by the fear that his already rocky marriage to Carey Mulligan’s Lenka might not survive the strain and length of his intergalactic trip. During his travels, Jakub unexpectedly meets a strange spider-like creature named Hanuš (voiced by...
- 12/19/2023
- by Jon Blistein
- Rollingstone.com
Netflix on Tuesday morning unveiled the first teaser trailer for its Adam Sandler-led sci-fi drama Spaceman, directed by Chernobyl Emmy winner Johan Renck, also announcing that the pic is slated to debut on the platform on March 1st, 2024.
Adapted for the screen by Colby Day, the film is based on the novel Spaceman of Bohemia by Jaroslav Kalfař, which was released in 2017. It picks up with Sandler’s astronaut Jakub six months into a solitary research mission to the edge of the solar system, as he realizes that the marriage he left behind might not be waiting for him when he returns to Earth. Desperate to fix things with his wife, Lenka (Maestro‘s Carey Mulligan), he is helped by a mysterious creature from the beginning of time, which he finds hiding in the bowels of his ship. Voiced by Emmy and Golden Globe nominee Paul Dano (Dumb Money...
Adapted for the screen by Colby Day, the film is based on the novel Spaceman of Bohemia by Jaroslav Kalfař, which was released in 2017. It picks up with Sandler’s astronaut Jakub six months into a solitary research mission to the edge of the solar system, as he realizes that the marriage he left behind might not be waiting for him when he returns to Earth. Desperate to fix things with his wife, Lenka (Maestro‘s Carey Mulligan), he is helped by a mysterious creature from the beginning of time, which he finds hiding in the bowels of his ship. Voiced by Emmy and Golden Globe nominee Paul Dano (Dumb Money...
- 12/19/2023
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
"An intergalactic odyssey of love, ambition, and self-discovery." Netflix has revealed a first look teaser for a new film titled Spaceman, a surprise release coming up in March 2024. It's a new film directed by Swedish filmmaker Johan Renck, who's mostly been making music videos + TV since his feature debut Downloading Nancy in 2008. Based on the true story of Jakub Procházka, raised in the Czech countryside, who becomes the country's first astronaut. But the film tells a different story. Six months into a solitary research mission, Jakub realizes that the marriage he left behind might not be waiting for him whenever he returns to Earth. Desperate to fix things with his wife, he is helped by a mysterious creature from the beginning of time he finds hiding in the bowels of his ship. The sci-fi film stars Adam Sandler, Carey Mulligan, and Paul Dano, directed by Johan Renck, based on the...
- 12/19/2023
- by Alex Billington
- firstshowing.net
Adam Sandler‘s exclusive deal with Netflix has included his signature screwball comedies like his recent animated film, Leo, and a coming-of-age dramedy co-starring his family, You Are So Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvah. Sandler has also been indulging in more dramatic roles in recent years with films that have involved exploring different facets of basketball, Uncut Gems and Hustle. Now, the streamer has released a first look at a Sandler sci-fi drama, Spaceman, which is based on the novel Spaceman of Bohemia by Jaroslav Kalfař. The platform has shared a quick teaser as well as a couple of images.
The film stars Adam Sandler, Carey Mulligan, Kunal Nayyar, Lena Olin, with Isabella Rossellini and Paul Dano. Johan Renck directs the movie from a script from writer Colby Day. The producers of the film include Channing Tatum, Reid Carolin, Peter Kiernan, Michael Parets, Tim Headington, Lia Buman and Max Silva.
The film stars Adam Sandler, Carey Mulligan, Kunal Nayyar, Lena Olin, with Isabella Rossellini and Paul Dano. Johan Renck directs the movie from a script from writer Colby Day. The producers of the film include Channing Tatum, Reid Carolin, Peter Kiernan, Michael Parets, Tim Headington, Lia Buman and Max Silva.
- 12/19/2023
- by EJ Tangonan
- JoBlo.com
Spaceman. Adam Sandler as Jakub in Spaceman. Cr. Courtesy of Netflix © 2023.
The highly anticipated Spaceman debuts on Netflix March 1, 2024. Starring Adam Sandler, Carey Mulligan and Paul Dano, watch the first preview below.
Six months into a solitary research mission to the edge of the solar system, an astronaut, Jakub (Adam Sandler), realizes that the marriage he left behind might not be waiting for him when he returns to Earth. Desperate to fix things with his wife, Lenka (Carey Mulligan), he is helped by a mysterious creature from the beginning of time he finds hiding in the bowels of his ship. Hanuš (voiced by Paul Dano) works with Jakub to make sense of what went wrong before it is too late.
Directed by Johan Renck and based on the novel Spaceman of Bohemia, the film also stars Kunal Nayyar, Lena Olin, and Isabella Rossellini.
Spaceman. (L to R) Adam Sandler as Jakub and Hanus in Spaceman.
The highly anticipated Spaceman debuts on Netflix March 1, 2024. Starring Adam Sandler, Carey Mulligan and Paul Dano, watch the first preview below.
Six months into a solitary research mission to the edge of the solar system, an astronaut, Jakub (Adam Sandler), realizes that the marriage he left behind might not be waiting for him when he returns to Earth. Desperate to fix things with his wife, Lenka (Carey Mulligan), he is helped by a mysterious creature from the beginning of time he finds hiding in the bowels of his ship. Hanuš (voiced by Paul Dano) works with Jakub to make sense of what went wrong before it is too late.
Directed by Johan Renck and based on the novel Spaceman of Bohemia, the film also stars Kunal Nayyar, Lena Olin, and Isabella Rossellini.
Spaceman. (L to R) Adam Sandler as Jakub and Hanus in Spaceman.
- 12/19/2023
- by Michelle McCue
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
Spaceman. Adam Sandler as Jakub in Spaceman. Cr. Courtesy of Netflix © 2023.
Adam Sandler is back on Netflix in 2024 with a brand new sci-fi project that was originally set for release in 2023. Netflix has debuted a first look trailer alongside some new stills. Here’s what you need to know.
Based on the book Spaceman of Bohemia by Jaroslav Kalfař, who is actively involved in the movie adaptation, we’ll see Adam Sandler play the lead role of Jakub with Swedish director Johan Renck directing the movie and Colby Day writing.
The cast for the movie includes Adam Sandler, Carey Mulligan, Kunal Nayyar, Lena Olin, with Isabella Rossellini and Paul Dano.
An updated logline for the new movie, set to debut globally on Netflix on March 1st, 2024, is as follows:
“As an astronaut sent to the edge of the galaxy to collect mysterious ancient dust finds his earthly life falling to pieces,...
Adam Sandler is back on Netflix in 2024 with a brand new sci-fi project that was originally set for release in 2023. Netflix has debuted a first look trailer alongside some new stills. Here’s what you need to know.
Based on the book Spaceman of Bohemia by Jaroslav Kalfař, who is actively involved in the movie adaptation, we’ll see Adam Sandler play the lead role of Jakub with Swedish director Johan Renck directing the movie and Colby Day writing.
The cast for the movie includes Adam Sandler, Carey Mulligan, Kunal Nayyar, Lena Olin, with Isabella Rossellini and Paul Dano.
An updated logline for the new movie, set to debut globally on Netflix on March 1st, 2024, is as follows:
“As an astronaut sent to the edge of the galaxy to collect mysterious ancient dust finds his earthly life falling to pieces,...
- 12/19/2023
- by Kasey Moore
- Whats-on-Netflix
Adam Sandler Is an Astronaut in Peril in ‘Spaceman’ First Look, Netflix Sets March 2024 Release Date
Adam Sandler might receive marriage counseling from an unexpected source in his next film.
Netflix has unveiled a first look for Johan Renck’s upcoming sci-fi drama “Spaceman,” starring Sandler, Carey Mulligan and Paul Dano. The film is set to debut on the streamer on March 1.
The official synopsis for “Spaceman” reads: “Six months into a solitary research mission to the edge of the solar system, an astronaut, Jakub (Adam Sandler), realizes that the marriage he left behind might not be waiting for him when he returns to Earth. Desperate to fix things with his wife, Lenka (Carey Mulligan), he is helped by a mysterious creature from the beginning of time he finds hiding in the bowels of his ship. Hanuš (voiced by Paul Dano) works with Jakub to make sense of what went wrong before it is too late.”
“Spaceman” also stars Kunal Nayyar, Lena Olin and Isabella Rossellini.
Netflix has unveiled a first look for Johan Renck’s upcoming sci-fi drama “Spaceman,” starring Sandler, Carey Mulligan and Paul Dano. The film is set to debut on the streamer on March 1.
The official synopsis for “Spaceman” reads: “Six months into a solitary research mission to the edge of the solar system, an astronaut, Jakub (Adam Sandler), realizes that the marriage he left behind might not be waiting for him when he returns to Earth. Desperate to fix things with his wife, Lenka (Carey Mulligan), he is helped by a mysterious creature from the beginning of time he finds hiding in the bowels of his ship. Hanuš (voiced by Paul Dano) works with Jakub to make sense of what went wrong before it is too late.”
“Spaceman” also stars Kunal Nayyar, Lena Olin and Isabella Rossellini.
- 12/19/2023
- by Jaden Thompson
- Variety Film + TV
Adam Sandler might be forever known as the Sandman — but thanks to a new Netflix film, he’s also the “Spaceman.”
Sandler leads the upcoming feature from “Chernobyl” director Johan Renck and writer Colby Day adapted from the novel “Spaceman of Bohemia.” Channing Tatum and producing partner Reid Carolin are behind the upcoming feature, along with fellow producers Peter Kiernan, Michael Parets, Tim Headington, Lia Buman, and Max Silva. Director Renck, Ben Ormand, and Barry Bernardi executive produce.
“Spaceman” centers on astronaut Jakub (Sandler) who is desperate to woo back his wife Lenka (Carey Mulligan) after spending six months on a solitary research mission. However, Jakub requires some assistance in the romance department and is helped by a mysterious creature from the beginning of time, named Hanuš (voiced by Paul Dano).
Kunal Nayyar, Lena Olin, and Isabella Rossellini also star in the film.
Mulligan recently appeared in Bradley Cooper’s...
Sandler leads the upcoming feature from “Chernobyl” director Johan Renck and writer Colby Day adapted from the novel “Spaceman of Bohemia.” Channing Tatum and producing partner Reid Carolin are behind the upcoming feature, along with fellow producers Peter Kiernan, Michael Parets, Tim Headington, Lia Buman, and Max Silva. Director Renck, Ben Ormand, and Barry Bernardi executive produce.
“Spaceman” centers on astronaut Jakub (Sandler) who is desperate to woo back his wife Lenka (Carey Mulligan) after spending six months on a solitary research mission. However, Jakub requires some assistance in the romance department and is helped by a mysterious creature from the beginning of time, named Hanuš (voiced by Paul Dano).
Kunal Nayyar, Lena Olin, and Isabella Rossellini also star in the film.
Mulligan recently appeared in Bradley Cooper’s...
- 12/19/2023
- by Samantha Bergeson
- Indiewire
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