Netflix CEO Ted Sarandos Makes Surprise Cameo in Apple TV+'s "The Studio"
The upcoming comedy series "The Studio," starring Seth Rogen, will feature a surprising guest appearance by Netflix CEO Ted Sarandos. Despite the show being an Apple TV+ production, Rogen secured Sarandos's cameo as a personal favor, highlighting a long-standing relationship dating back to Netflix's DVD rental days. Related news.
Rogen plays Matt Remick, the newly appointed head of a struggling movie studio. The series satirizes the challenges faced by traditional studios in the evolving entertainment landscape. Sarandos's cameo involves delivering advice that influences Remick's character arc. Rogen bypassed official channels to secure the cameo, directly emailing Sarandos, who readily agreed.
Star-Studded Cast and Hollywood Satire
"The Studio" boasts a notable cast, including Catherine O'Hara, Kathryn Hahn, Ike Barinholtz, and Chase Sui Wonders. The series also features cameos from prominent Hollywood figures like Martin Scorsese, Zack Snyder, Bryan Cranston, and Adam Scott. Check out Apple's 2024 Year in Review.
This marks Rogen's second collaboration with Apple TV+, following the successful comedy series "Platonic," which has been renewed for a second season. "The Studio" premieres on Apple TV+ on March 28, 2025, with the first two episodes, followed by weekly releases until May 23. Stay updated on Apple TV+ news.