Jason Bateman Reveals Matt Damon Once Pitched Himself for 'Arrested Development' Movie

Bateman shared on a podcast that Damon expressed interest in playing Michael Bluth in a meta-film adaptation of the cult sitcom, though the project is unlikely to happen.

• Matt Damon approached Jason Bateman at an awards show, expressing interest in playing Michael Bluth in a potential 'Arrested Development' movie.
• The movie's concept, according to creator Mitchell Hurwitz, would have involved Hollywood making a film about the Bluth family, with actors portraying the series' characters.
• Bateman described the meta premise where his character, Michael Bluth, would watch Damon play him on set, reflecting the show's self-referential humor.
• Despite Damon's enthusiasm and the show's cult following, Bateman stated that he believes there is no current interest in producing the film.
• The sitcom, which originally aired from 2003 to 2006 and was later revived by Netflix, remains influential for its innovative humor and narrative style.

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