The Court Jester (2024)
Unfolding during a 2004 episode of The Ellen DeGeneres Show, fitness trainer Richard Simmons makes an appearance. Amid the chaos and liveliness of the behind-the-scenes, Richard encounters David, an overlooked and underappreciated segment producer struggling with self-esteem. In a serendipitous twist, Richard sees beyond David's invisibility, offering his unique brand of honest, uplifting kindness.
Director: Jake Lewis
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Runtime: 10 min
Release Date: January 19, 2024
Cast
- Pauly Shore - Richard Simmons
- Jesse Heiman - David
- Tamra Brown - Ellen DeGeneres
- Ronan Arthur - Ellen Show Producer
- Benji Aflalo - Ellen Show Assistant Director
- Austin Gelfman - Ellen Show Warm-Up Comic
- Jake Lewis - Ellen Show 2nd Assistant Director
Screenplay
Music: Jake Lewis, Eric Scullin
Editing: Jenna Socha
Production: Blue Eyed Jack Films
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en
Keywords
talk show, based on true story, backstage, obesity, 2000s, short film, tv show set, proof of concept, heartwarming, fitness trainer
Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Court Jester about?
- Unfolding during a 2004 episode of The Ellen DeGeneres Show, fitness trainer Richard Simmons makes an appearance. Amid the chaos and liveliness of the behind-the-scenes, Richard encounters David, an overlooked and underappreciated segment producer struggling with self-esteem. In a serendipitous twist, Richard sees beyond David's invisibility, offering his unique brand of honest, uplifting kindness.
- Who directed The Court Jester?
- The Court Jester was directed by Jake Lewis.
- Who stars in The Court Jester?
- The Court Jester stars Pauly Shore, Jesse Heiman, Tamra Brown, Ronan Arthur, Benji Aflalo, Austin Gelfman.
- How long is The Court Jester?
- The Court Jester has a runtime of 10m (10 minutes).
- What genre is The Court Jester?
- The Court Jester is a Comedy, Drama film.
- Where was The Court Jester produced?
- The Court Jester was produced in United States of America.