Overview

• Ron Howard guest stars in the third episode of Apple TV+'s 'The Studio,' portraying a heightened version of himself in a Hollywood satire.
• The episode explores the challenges of giving critical feedback to high-profile directors, focusing on Seth Rogen's character, Matt Remick, navigating an awkward confrontation with Howard.
• Howard's fictional film, 'Alphabet City,' features a controversial ending inspired by personal loss, which becomes a central conflict in the episode.
• The creators of 'The Studio' intentionally cast Howard to subvert his reputation as Hollywood's 'nice guy,' with Howard contributing ideas for self-parody.
• Critics have praised the episode for its humor, emotional depth, and Howard's nuanced performance, cementing the show's reputation as a sharp industry critique.