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Jay Kelly Arrives on Netflix as Reviews Praise Clooney and Spotlight Adam Sandler

Early notices highlight a reflective study of fame led by standout performances, with concerns over an unfocused tone.

Overview

  • The film begins streaming on Netflix on December 5 after its festival rollout.
  • George Clooney plays a celebrated actor who impulsively travels through Europe to reconnect with his daughter and face a tribute event following his mentor’s death.
  • Adam Sandler’s turn as manager Ron is widely cited as the movie’s emotional anchor and a career-highlight performance.
  • Critical reactions diverge, with praise for Clooney and supporting players such as Billy Crudup and Laura Dern alongside critiques that the movie can feel indulgent, airless or unfocused.
  • Noah Baumbach’s film uses meta, self-referential touches that blur the line between Clooney and his character without leaning on traditional Hollywood uplift.