Draft:Untitled Chris Farley biopic

An untitled, upcoming American biographical dramedy film is in development about the comedian Chris Farley portrayed by Paul Walter Hauser. The film is directed by Josh Gad from a screenplay by Scott Neustadter and Michael H. Weber. The film is based on The Chris Farley Show: A Biography in Three Acts by Tom Farley Jr. and Tanner Colby and is produced by Lorne Michaels.

Cast

 * Paul Walter Hauser as Chris Farley

Production
In April 2024, a biographical film based on The Chris Farley Show: A Biography in Three Acts by Tom Farley Jr. and Tanner Colby was revealed to be in development as it sought buyers. The package had a screenplay adapted by Scott Neustadter and Michael H. Weber and included Paul Walter Hauser starring as Farley, Josh Gad directing, and Lorne Michaels producing. Later that month, it was reported that New Line Cinema had emerged as the frontrunner to acquire rights to the film; the deal was confirmed a few days later, with the studio acquiring the project for $2.5 million.