The movie
Is This Thing On?
As their marriage quietly falls apart, Alex is confronted with middle age. He searches for a new sense of purpose in the New York comedy scene, while Tess is forced to reckon with the sacrifices she has made for their family. This compels them to learn how to navigate co-parenting, identity, and the question of whether love can take on a new form.
Length: 120 min
Country: US
Language spoken: en
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Cast: Laura Dern, Will Arnett, Bradley Cooper
Director: Bradley Cooper
Release date: 05/02/2026
Description
As their marriage quietly falls apart, Alex (Will Arnett) is confronted with middle age. He searches for a new sense of purpose in the New York comedy scene, while Tess (Laura Dern) is forced to reckon with the sacrifices she has made for their family. This compels them to learn how to navigate co-parenting, identity, and the question of whether love can take on a new form.
Oscar-nominated actor and director Bradley Cooper (A Star Is Born, Maestro) returns with a sharp-witted and intimate film. Featuring an impressive cast of top actors who effortlessly shift between humor and emotion, the film touches on universal themes such as identity, ambition, and connection.
Oscar-nominated actor and director Bradley Cooper (A Star Is Born, Maestro) returns with a sharp-witted and intimate film. Featuring an impressive cast of top actors who effortlessly shift between humor and emotion, the film touches on universal themes such as identity, ambition, and connection.