Actor Jake Johnson is set to star in the Apple TV+ sports comedy film The Dink, produced by Ben Stiller.
Johnson wrote on Instagram: “Excited to partner with @appletv on this one. I love the movie. It’s a ton of fun. So many funny performances #The Dink”
Per a press release Variety, “The Dink,” Johnson plays a washed-up tennis pro who, desperate to save a struggling club and earn his father’s respect, is compelled to break a sacred vow and do the unthinkable: play pickleball. The film features an all-star comedy cast with Stiller set for a role, alongside tennis champions Andy Roddick and John McEnroe in key supporting roles. The ensemble includes Mary Steenburgen, Ed Harris, Chloe Fineman, Aaron Chen, Patton Oswalt, Chris Parnell and Christine Taylor.
Josh Greenbaum — whose credits include Will & Harper, Barb and Star Go to Vista Del Mar and the upcoming Spaceballs 2 — will serve as showruner on The Dink. No release date has been announced as of press time.
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