Seth Rogen’s New Show Inspired by Judd Apatow: ‘The Studio’

Seth Rogen’s upcoming series, “The Studio,” on Apple TV+, was inspired by a conversation he had with Judd Apatow during their time on “Freaks and Geeks” years ago. Apatow told Rogen that studio executives are always scared of losing their jobs, a sentiment that stuck with Rogen and led to the creation of “The Studio.”

In a recent interview with Esquire, Rogen shared that this insight from Apatow, along with a memorable comment from a movie executive, influenced the premise of the show. The series follows Rogen’s character, Matt Remick, as he navigates the challenges of running a movie studio.

The star-studded cast of “The Studio” includes Bryan Cranston, Kathryn Hahn, Zac Efron, Catherine O’Hara, Anthony Mackie, and Martin Scorsese, among others. The show is set to premiere on March 26, 2025, on Apple TV+.

Rogen also revealed that a comment from a young executive he met in the early 2000s further shaped his perspective on the industry. The executive expressed feeling like it was his job to ruin movies, a sentiment that resonated with Rogen and found its way into the dialogue of “The Studio.”

With its roots in real-life experiences and industry insights, “The Studio” promises to be a compelling and entertaining exploration of the movie business. Stay tuned for its premiere on Apple TV+ this March.