Clooney Stars in Film Festival Addition

Tue, 09/23/2025 - 13:09

George Clooney plays a movie star traveling through Europe with his manager (Adam Sandler) in "Jay Kelly."

By Mark Segal

September 25, 2025

The 2025 Hamptons International Film Festival has announced a new addition to its Spotlight films. "Jay Kelly," directed by Noah Baumbach, stars George Clooney as Jay Kelly, a famous movie actor, and Adam Sandler as Ron, his manager.

While unexpectedly traveling through Europe together at a point of reflection in their lives, each takes stock of his personal regrets and film industry accomplishments.

It will be shown on Oct. 11 at 8:15 p.m. at Guild Hall and on Oct. 12 at 8:30 p.m. at the East Hampton Cinema.

Tags HIFF 2025

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