Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend Paul Rudd Returns Again
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Dec 29, 2025 
Paul Rudd, beloved actor known for his roles in Ant-Man and Anchorman, shares insights on his father's Titanic obsession and hilarious critiques of films. He reminisces about his time at Oxford, reflects on playing goofy characters, and discusses his latest film Anaconda, where he teams up with Jack Black. Their banter includes tales of incompetence in comedy, insights into Toy Story 5, and playful discussions about targeted ads and absurdity in filmmaking. This charming conversation showcases the enduring friendship between Rudd and Conan.
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Growing Up With A Titanic Expert
- Paul Rudd grew up with a father who was obsessed with the Titanic and attended Titanic fan conventions like Trekkie gatherings.
- His dad framed magazine covers and deeply celebrated the 1985 discovery, treating it as a lifelong personal event.
Ensure Reliable Mobile Service When Traveling
- Travel with reliable mobile service to stay connected globally and support work on the road.
- Conan recommends T-Mobile Magenta status for uninterrupted international coverage and perks.
Confidence Makes Foolishness Hilarious
- Conan praises Paul and Will Ferrell's Anchorman bit as the ultimate example of self-satisfied morons playing confident fools.
- Paul agrees the characters' arrogant cluelessness and improvisation made the Sex Panther scene enduringly funny.