Jon Lucas and Scott Moore discuss the state of theatrical comedy

Directors, writers, and producers Jon Lucas and Scott Moore discussed the current state of theatrical comedy in relation to their new film, ‘Spa Weekend’. The film, produced by Black Bear, features a cast including Anna Faris, Isla Fisher, Leslie Mann, and Michelle Buteau.

During their discussion, the duo addressed why major studios have moved away from producing pure, original comedies in favor of hybrid genres—such as action-comedies or horror-comedies—or shifting the genre entirely to streaming platforms. They also reflected on the legacy of their previous works, including ‘The Hangover’ and the ‘Bad Moms’ franchise.