When they are unexpectedly forced to move in with an estranged relative, the Smart Family must navigate oversized dreams, identity struggles and regional theater in this warmly observant family comedy.
Acting
Janney and Cranston weaponize their sitcom chemistry into something rawer.
Writing
Dialogue that sounds improvised but absolutely isn't.
Production
The regional theater set deserves its own billing.
Director
Jon S. Baird
Allison Janney
Macy Smart
Bryan Cranston
Buddy Smart
Benjamin Evan Ainsworth
Lester Smart
Jack Champion
Derrick Smart
Simon Rex
Kyle
Chris Cooper
Walter
Laura Benanti
Tallulah Bankhead
Cady Huffman
Principal Franklin
Jessica Clement
Selena Roach
Ian Ho
Little Ricky
Mark Caven
Noël Coward
Doug Murray
Pastor Ellis
Colton Gobbo
Metalhead
Lindsay Leese
Loud Sue
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
The fictional regional theater is modeled on the actual Pasadena Playhouse, where Cranston performed early in his career.
Director Jon S. Baird has stated the title is a direct quote from his own mother during his parents' bankruptcy—spoken three days before eviction.
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So that’s why Bryan had that mustache for the Malcom in the Middle announcement
@ahmad55 201
I love the feeling this trailer gives me. It reminds me of my good old days in theater
@duncanchege9663 286
FINALLY!!!!! I worked on this project and am so excited that everyone gets to see it. The story is wonderful and the cast were all awesome to work with. Go see it!!!!
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