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(L to R) Seth Rogen as Ira, writer/director/producer Judd Apatow and Adam Sandler as George.CHICAGO– This 30-image slideshow contains the official press images for “Funny People,” starring Adam Sandler, Seth Rogen, Leslie Mann, Eric Bana, Jonah Hill, Jason Schwartzman, RZA, Aubrey Plaza, and Aziz Ansari. It was written and directed by Judd Apatow. The film opens on July 31st, 2009.
Synopsis: “Over the past few years, writer/director Judd Apatow (The 40-Year-Old Virgin, Knocked Up) has shown that nothing?not even losing your virginity or the miracle of childbirth?is sacred. About his third film behind the camera, he says, “I’m trying to make a very serious movie that is twice as funny as my other movies. Wish me luck!” Apatow directs Adam Sandler, Seth Rogen and Leslie Mann in Funny People, the story of a famous comedian who has a near-death experience.”
You can click “Next” and “Previous” to scan through this slideshow or jump directly to individual photos with the captioned links below. Photos credited to Tracy Bennett and Universal Pictures. All Rights Reserved.
Funny_People_01: (L to R) Seth Rogen as Ira, writer/director/producer Judd Apatow and Adam Sandler as George.
Funny_People_02: (L to R) Ira (Seth Rogen) writes jokes with George (Adam Sandler).
Funny_People_03: Seth Rogen stars as young comic Ira Wright.
Funny_People_04: Seth Rogen stars as young comic Ira Wright.
Funny_People_05: Seth Rogen stars as young comic Ira Wright.
Funny_People_06: (L to R) Family members Mable (Maude Apatow), Ingrid (Iris Apatow), Laura (Leslie Mann) and Clarke (Eric Bana) share dinner with guests George (Adam Sandler) and Ira (Seth Rogen).
Funny_People_07: (L to R) George (Adam Sandler) and Ira (Seth Rogen) share an uncomfortable meal.
Funny_People_08: (L to R) Leslie Mann, Adam Sandler, Seth Rogen and Eric Bana star.
Funny_People_09: (L to R) George (Adam Sandler), Clarke (Eric Bana) and Ira (Seth Rogen) watch Aussie rules football.
Funny_People_10: Adam Sandler stars as George Simmons.
Funny_People_11: (L to R) George (Adam Sandler) has an awkward conversation with Laura (Leslie Mann) and her husband, Clarke (Eric Bana).
Funny_People_12: (L to R) Ira (Seth Rogen) and George (Adam Sandler) have a tense moment with George’s ex-girlfriend’s family—Mable (Maude Apatow), Ingrid (Iris Apatow), Clarke (Eric Bana) and Laura (Leslie Mann).
Funny_People_13: (L to R) Mable (Maude Apatow) and her sister, Ingrid (Iris Apatow), have a serious conversation with George (Adam Sandler).
Funny_People_14: Clarke (Eric Bana) tries to explain himself to wife Laura (Leslie Mann).
Funny_People_15: (L to R) Ira (Seth Rogen) and George (Adam Sandler).
Funny_People_16: (L to R) George (Adam Sandler) and Ira (Seth Rogen).
Funny_People_17: Adam Sandler stars as George Simmons.
Funny_People_18: Laura (Leslie Mann) flirts with George (Adam Sandler).
Funny_People_19: Writer/director/producer Judd Apatow on the set.
Funny_People_20: George (Adam Sandler) and Laura (Leslie Mann).
Funny_People_21: (L to R) Ira (Seth Rogen) and George (Adam Sandler).
Funny_People_22: (L to R) George (Adam Sandler) and Ira (Seth Rogen).
Funny_People_23: (L to R) Roommates Mark (Jason Schwartzman), Ira (Seth Rogen) and Leo (Jonah Hill).
Funny_People_24: Jonah Hill stars as young comic Leo.
Funny_People_25: Comics Ira (Seth Rogen) and Daisy (Aubrey Plaza).
Funny_People_26: (L to R) Roommates Leo (Jonah Hill) and Mark (Jason Schwartzman) kiss up to George (Adam Sandler).
Funny_People_27: George (Adam Sandler) gives a Thanksgiving toast to his hosts.
Funny_People_28: (L to R) George (Adam Sandler) and Ira (Seth Rogen) discuss a joke.
Funny_People_29: George (Adam Sandler) greets Laura (Leslie Mann) backstage.
Funny_People_30: (L to R) Roommates Leo (Jonah Hill), Ira (Seth Rogen) and Mark (Jason Schwartzman).
(L to R) Seth Rogen as Ira, writer/director/producer Judd Apatow and Adam Sandler as George.