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Owen Wilson Stars in Bob Ross-Inspired Film 'Paint'

other · 2026-04-27

Owen Wilson plays Carl Nargle, a character heavily inspired by TV painter Bob Ross, in the upcoming film 'Paint'. Nargle hosts a successful painting show, attracting a female audience, until a younger painter creates a rival program. The film is directed by Brit McAdams and produced by Peter Brant and Sam Maydew. It releases in the US on April 7, 2023.

Key facts

  • Owen Wilson plays Carl Nargle, a character inspired by Bob Ross.
  • The film is titled 'Paint'.
  • Carl Nargle hosts a TV painting show similar to Bob Ross's 'The Joy of Painting'.
  • A younger painter creates a rival show, challenging Nargle.
  • The film is directed by Brit McAdams.
  • Producers are Peter Brant and Sam Maydew.
  • Peter Brant previously produced a Jackson Pollock film in 2000.
  • The film releases in the US on April 7, 2023.

Entities

Artists

  • Owen Wilson
  • Bob Ross
  • Carl Nargle
  • Brit McAdams
  • Peter Brant
  • Sam Maydew
  • Jackson Pollock

Institutions

  • PBS
  • Artribune

Locations

  • United States

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