Jesse Eisenberg’s ‘A Real Pain’ to Stream on Hulu Following Awards Success

The critically acclaimed comedy-drama, starring Kieran Culkin and Jesse Eisenberg, explores family, trauma, and reconciliation through a Holocaust-themed journey.

• ‘A Real Pain,’ written and directed by Jesse Eisenberg, debuts on Hulu on January 16, following its theatrical release on November 1, 2024.
• The film stars Jesse Eisenberg and Kieran Culkin as cousins navigating family tensions during a trip to Poland to honor their Holocaust-survivor grandmother.
• Kieran Culkin’s performance has earned widespread acclaim, including a Golden Globe win for Best Supporting Actor and multiple critics’ awards.
• The film has been recognized on the 2024 awards circuit, with nominations for Best Motion Picture, Best Original Screenplay, and additional acting accolades for Eisenberg and Culkin.
• Critics have praised the film’s balance of humor and emotional depth, with a 96% ‘fresh’ rating on Rotten Tomatoes highlighting its strong reception.

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