Bradley Cooper is undoubtedly one of Hollywood’s most talented figures with notable and award-winning roles across multiple film genres. He has starred in billion-dollar superhero films – he voices Rocket in the Marvel Cinematic Universe – and hit comedy movies – The Hangover film series. These days, his interests lie in more serious projects like the musical romance A Star is Born and the biographical drama Maestro.
Despite his new interests, Cooper has revealed he is not above starring in a comedy film again, particularly a fourth installment of The Hangover film series. Cooper revealed these leanings during a recent sit-down with The New Yorker Radio Hour podcast to promote his latest film, Maestro.
When the 2011 People’s Sexiest Man Alive was asked if he would be open to another comedy role, he says that he’s up for it.
He told the host, “I would probably do ‘Hangover 4’ in an instant. Just because I love Todd, I love Zach, I love Ed so much, I probably would.” Todd, Zach, and Ed refer to Todd Phillips, Zach Galifianakis, and Ed Helms. Phillips directed the film while Galifianakis and Helms were Cooper’s co-actors in the series.
Despite his interest, Cooper said that the film would probably never happen because he doesn’t think Philips wants to revisit the series.
The first Hangover film arrived in theaters in 2009 and catapulted Cooper to the limelight. Given this context, it is not surprising that it has a special place in Cooper’s heart and he finds it appealing. Grossing over $469 million, the first film was a box office success. It was quickly followed by two sequels, which arrived in 2011 and 2013 respectively.
The Hangover film series followed four friends – Phil Wenneck, Dr. Stu Price, Alan Garner, and Doug Billings – as they get into trouble after a wild night out and try to get themselves out of it. Cooper portrayed Phil, while Helms, Galifianakis, and Justin Bartha play Stu, Alan, and Doug respectively.
Given the three films grossed a combined $1.4 billion, there is, without a doubt, an audience that is interested in new installments of the series. Unfortunately, Cooper’s statements occlude such a possibility to the disappointment of many fans.
However, if there is one rule in Hollywood, it is to “Never say never.” Phillips might still be prevailed upon to develop a fourth installment in The Hangover series, especially since the industry is tending more towards sequels of established franchises these days.
In Cooper’s latest film Maestro, he will star as the legendary conductor, Leonard Bernstein. The film, a biopic, will explore the relationship between Bernstein and his wife, Felicia Montealegre, during his life. Apart from his acting role, Cooper also directed, co-wrote and co-produced the film.
Maestro debuted as a limited theatrical release on November 22 before arriving on Netflix on December 20. Despite its relative newness, it has been widely acclaimed by critics and even touted as a contender during the upcoming awards season.
In the meantime, fans can revisit The Hangover series on Max.
