The Late Show Pod Show with Stephen Colbert Seth Rogen | Chain Of Fools
Mar 27, 2025
Seth Rogen, the hilarious actor and director known for hits like Knocked Up, joins the conversation to share his insights on Hollywood. He recounts the chaotic premiere night where a friend’s wild escapades led to a memorable mishap. The discussion turns to the pressures of directing legends like Martin Scorsese and the unique challenges of blending reality with fiction in storytelling. Rogen also dives into the complexities of filmmaking, balancing personal connections with corporate expectations, all sprinkled with his signature humor.
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The Studio's Premise
- Seth Rogen's new show, "The Studio," explores the conflict between art and commerce in Hollywood.
- Rogen's character, a studio head, grapples with making movies worse due to business pressures.
Ruining Movies
- Rogen and his partner Evan were once told by a studio executive that his job was to ruin movies.
- This same executive now runs 20th Century Fox, highlighting the industry's inherent conflict.
Real-Life Inspiration
- Research for "The Studio" involved formal and informal interviews with Hollywood executives and producers.
- Some executives, recognizing themselves in the show, have both praised its realism and yelled at Rogen.