The Studio: Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg's Hollywood Satire Series

The Studio, a new series on Apple TV+ created by Evan Goldberg and Seth Rogen, offers a satirical behind-the-scenes look at the film production industry. The show follows Matt Remick (played by Rogen), who becomes president of a major studio (a hybrid of A24 and Universal) after his mentor is fired. Each episode features guest stars like Martin Scorsese, Ron Howard, Charlize Theron, and Olivia Wilde, who parody themselves. The series employs classic cinematic techniques such as long takes and sequence shots, and references genres from screwball comedy to noir. Episodes tackle themes like algorithms, inclusivity, streaming, and political correctness, blending passion for cinema with absurdity. Notable episodes include a continuous sequence shot with Sarah Polley, a noir homage involving a missing reel with Olivia Wilde, and a conflict with Ron Howard over an endless scene. The show also features a zombie comedy horror by Spike Jonze about medical misinformation. Rogen and Goldberg serve as creators, writers, directors, and producers, ensuring they alone will accept any awards.