Ron Howard, Dave Franco, and Anthony Mackie appeared in the newly released Apple TV+ series, The Studio‘s Episode 3. Titled “The Note,” the episode featured Matt Remick, head of the film production company Continental Studios. He is tasked with providing Howard a challenging piece of feedback and gets nervous about it. With these celebrities’ surprising appearances, fans are eager to know more about their roles.
So, here are all the details.
What roles do Ron Howard, Anthony Mackie, and Dave Franco play in The Studio?
Howard, Mackie, and Franco are playing themselves. Together, they have contributed to the making of the “Alphabet City” movie, produced by Continental Studios.
In the episode, Mackie is the lead actor of Alphabet City. Set in the 70s, his character plays a New York City cabbie who soon finds himself unexpectedly embroiled in the crime world. This happens when Franco’s wounded gangster bumps into his car at night. They soon become friends and attempt to escape from a violent kingpin and their past.
Additionally, the brilliant mind behind Alphabet City is award-winning director Ron Howard. He appears after showing the final cut of his new movie. After watching it, the studio head, Remmick, gives Howard a note to cut a 40-minute motel sequence.
The Apple TV+ series is praised for its unique satirical storytelling, distinctive humor, performances, and direction. It’s helmed by Seth Rogen, Evan Goldberg, Peter Huyck, Alex Gregory, and Frida Perez. Rogen also stars as the lead character, Matt Remick, who gets appointed as Head of Continental Studios. He attempts to revive the struggling company amid social and economic changes.
The series reportedly consists of 10 episodes, each premiering weekly on Apple TV+. For new users, the service provides a 7-day free trial before charging for subscription. If you have recently bought an Apple device, then you’re also entitled to a 3-month free trial.
