Is This Thing On? – Watch Will Arnett in the trailer for Bradley Cooper’s new film based on the life of comedian John Bishop

Is This Thing On? is the new film directed by Bradley Cooper (A Star Is Born, Maestro), and is based on the life of British comedian John Bishop. The film stars Will Arnett, Laura Dern, Bradley Cooper, Andra Day, Amy Sedaris, Sean Hayes, Christine Ebersole, and Ciarán Hinds.

As their marriage unravels, Alex faces middle age and divorce, seeking new purpose in the New York comedy scene while wife Tess confronts the sacrifices she made for their family-forcing them to navigate co-parenting and identity.

The film will play as part of the 2025 Closing Bight Selection at the New York Film Festival. It will be in cinemas soon.