Lewis Pullman Wants to Break Into Comedy World

Growing up as the son of Bill Pullman—the actor who delivered that iconic presidential speech in Independence Day—certainly comes with expectations. Lewis Pullman has had to navigate the shadow of his father's legendary career, which includes memorable roles in David Lynch's Lost Highway, Sleepless in Seattle, and even the family-friendly ghost story Casper. Rather than crumble under the weight of his family name, Lewis has carved out his own impressive path in Hollywood.

Since his standout performance in Bad Times at the El Royale, Lewis has tackled diverse projects spanning multiple genres. From dark comedies to horror films, and even a major Marvel Cinematic Universe entry, he's proven his versatility as an actor. Yet there's still one particular creative partnership he's eager to pursue.

Comedy Dreams and Creative Aspirations

During a recent conversation with The Hollywood Reporter, Lewis revealed his specific career goal. "I really wanna try and weasel my way into the David Gordon Green, Danny McBride world," he explained. "They've kind of created their own genre of comedy, and it's right up my alley in so many ways, and it looks like so much fun that they're having. Like whenever I'm bummed out, I literally watch bloopers from Eastbound & Down or Vice Principals or Righteous Gemstones, and it is an immediate blast."

This creative duo made their mark in the 2000s, with McBride often behind the camera while Green took on acting roles. Their breakthrough came through hit comedies like Pineapple Express and Your Highness, establishing them as masters of irreverent humor.

Recent Missteps and Reputation Challenges

However, Green and McBride's recent ventures into horror territory haven't been well-received. Their work on the rebooted Halloween franchise and The Exorcist: Believer drew harsh criticism from fans and critics alike. These projects significantly damaged their previously stellar reputations in the industry.

The timing of Lewis's comments is particularly interesting. Just a few years ago, when the duo was riding high on the success of their comedy series, such enthusiasm would have made perfect sense. The first two shows Lewis mentioned were cultural phenomena, and The Righteous Gemstones initially received widespread critical acclaim.

Now, given the backlash from their horror film attempts, some might question whether associating with Green and McBride is the wisest career move. Still, if they can return to their comedy roots and recapture their former magic, Lewis Pullman might just be the perfect addition to their creative universe—as long as they stick to what they do best.