Is This Thing On?

Twelve-time Oscar nominee Bradley Cooper (A Star Is Born, Maestro) returns to the director’s chair with the heartfelt, funny and grounded dramedy IS THIS THING ON?. Acclaimed actor-comedian Will Arnett (who also cowrote the film with Cooper) shines under the spotlight in a rare dramatic turn alongside a superb showing from Oscar winner Laura Dern. As their marriage quietly unravels, Alex (Arnett) seeks new purpose in the New York comedy scene while Tess (Dern) confronts the sacrifices she made for their family — forcing them to navigate co-parenting, identity, and whether love can take a new form. Premiering to strong buzz at the New York Film Festival, the film continues Cooper’s run of incisive, mature dramas, showcasing his gift for drawing humour and humanity from the most intimate corners of life. Anchored by deeply honest performances and remarkable on-screen chemistry from Arnett and Dern, the film stands as a reminder that embracing the absurdities of marriage with candour and humour can make the messiness meaningful.