Mickey Rourke has been announced as part of the ensemble cast for the upcoming comedy film National Lampoon’s Hollywood Hustle, the classic brand’s return to feature films. The movie, which explores chaos and comedy within the entertainment business, features actors who have experienced their share of public attention over the years, seamlessly aligning with the project’s satirical theme and the focus keyword, Mickey Rourke Hollywood Hustle.
The cast list boasts an array of recognizable names, including Alec Baldwin, Nick Cannon, Tara Reid, Danny Trejo, Til Schweiger, Carrot Top, and Patrick Warburton. Each celebrity is set to play exaggerated versions of themselves, adding an extra layer of meta humor to the production.
Mike Hatton Directs and Leads the New Comedy
National Lampoon’s Hollywood Hustle serves as Mike Hatton’s first project as a feature film director. Hatton co-wrote the script alongside Paul Sloan, and both will also star in the film. In the story, Hatton’s character is an independent producer attempting to rescue a failing movie production, while Sloan appears as a once-popular actor whose career is now struggling. Together, their characters must manage unexpected chaos after the funds intended for production are stolen.
Nick Cannon portrays a Hollywood agent brought in to help secure Alec Baldwin’s participation, increasing the stakes within the movie’s narrative. Baldwin, Rourke, Reid, and Trejo will lampoon themselves, leaning into their real-life personas for comedic impact.
Returning to Roots and Industry Satire
The creative team explained their connection to National Lampoon’s strong comedic heritage. Mike Hatton said,
“National Lampoon is responsible for molding an entire generation of comedic filmmakers,”
sharing his enthusiasm for joining the project.
“I’m honored to be part of that legacy, and working with its amazing team has been a dream come true,”
Hatton added.
Producer Asko Akopyan emphasized how the film aims to channel the irreverent spirit that defined National Lampoon.
“National Lampoon has been shepherding this project and is now stepping out from behind the curtain. With the appetite for inside-Hollywood content and comedies returning to theaters and dominating the streamers, we are confident the time is now.”
— Asko Akopyan, Producer
Anticipation Builds for the Release
National Lampoon’s Hollywood Hustle does not yet have a confirmed release date. The production will be closely watched by fans of the brand and followers of Hollywood comedies, as it brings together well-known personalities like Til Schweiger, Tara Reid, Danny Trejo, Nick Cannon, and others within a Los Angeles setting. As anticipation grows, the movie could mark a notable comeback for National Lampoon, potentially influencing both theaters and streaming platforms in the current landscape of entertainment.
