Adrien Brody to Team Up With Ken Jeong in 'El Tonto'

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The 'Midnight in Paris' star and the 'Crazy Rich Asians' actor have signed on to star in the upcoming comedy film that will mark actor Charlie Day's directorial debut.

October 24, 2018

AceShowbiz - Adrien Brody and Ken Jeong have signed on to star in Charlie Day's "El Tonto".

The Hollywood actors will feature in the "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia" star's feature directorial debut, according to Deadline. It is not known what roles Brody and Jeong will take on.

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In "El Tonto", Day will portray lead character The Fool, who has been described as a simple-minded guy who becomes an unlikely Hollywood celebrity.

Other stars to join the cast include film veteran Ray Liotta, "Vikings" actor Travis Fimmel, "Breaking Bad"'s Dean Norris and "Devious Maids" star Edy Ganem.

Previously, it was announced that Kate Beckinsale would portray an actress in the movie, while Jason Sudeikis will play a director. Jillian Bell, John Malkovich and Edie Falco will also appear. "El Tonto" is due to begin shooting in Los Angeles this month.

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