The U.K. Office star Ricky Gervais will co-write, produce, and direct coming-of-age tale The Men at Pru for Sony, according to Variety. Stephen Merchant, who worked with Gervais on The Office and Extras, among other projects, will join him on the movie, which centers around a group of men working in insurance in the 1970s. Gervais will appear in a supporting role. Production is slated to begin this summer.
Mar 27
2009
10:00 AM ET
Ricky Gervais to write, produce, and direct Sony's 'The Men at Pru'
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Fantastic! I love everything he does
How is this news? This has been out there for at least six months, if not longer. Good job reading press releases guys.
Yeah, this is REALLY old news. And it’s not even called “The Man from the Pru.” Get the facts straight. At least go to Ricky’s website if you’re going to give updates.