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Early Reviews Applaud Will Arnett in Bradley Cooper’s ‘Is This Thing On?’ Ahead of Dec. 19 Release

Early notices single out Arnett’s turn opposite Laura Dern, with a limited theatrical opening set for December 19.

Overview

  • SlashFilm awards the film a 9 out of 10, calling Arnett’s performance career-defining.
  • The story follows recently divorced Alex and Tess as they navigate co-parenting, with Alex discovering stand-up comedy as an outlet.
  • Critics highlight the chemistry between Arnett and Dern, a dynamic the actors discuss in a new Forbes interview.
  • Bradley Cooper’s direction emphasizes close, performance-driven camerawork, and he operated the primary camera for much of the shoot, according to Dern.
  • Searchlight will open the film in limited release on December 19, followed by a wider rollout on January 9, 2026.