Overview
- Lionsgate released the first Good Fortune trailer on May 28, introducing Keanu Reeves as Gabriel, an inept angel seeking more meaningful duties.
- The comedy stars Reeves, Aziz Ansari and Seth Rogen in a plot that swaps bodies to explore themes of wealth, happiness and personal growth.
- Good Fortune marks Aziz Ansari’s debut as a feature director and screenplay writer after another film project was suspended.
- Production overcame a setback when Reeves fractured his kneecap during a cold-plunge scene, yet he completed most of his scenes despite the injury.
- Lionsgate positions the October 17 release as part of its strategy to revive the R-rated comedy genre with a theatrical-first approach.