On a recent episode of The Late Late Show with James Corden, actor Sam Richardson made quite the impression with his hilarious antics. Richardson, known for his roles in shows like Veep and movies like Spy, was on the show to promote his new series, The Afterparty.
For those who haven’t caught it yet, The Afterparty is a high school murder mystery whodunit. Each person involved in the events of the night, where a pop star played by Dave Franco is killed, is being questioned by the police. What sets this show apart is that each character’s story is told through a different genre of film. Richardson’s character’s story, for instance, is told through a romantic comedy.
During the interview, Richardson shared some behind-the-scenes details about filming the show. He mentioned that one particular scene involved him being a human “shotski.” Picture this: cups balanced on a ski, which is then balanced on his chest and stomach. Talk about a precarious position to be in!
Richardson also revealed that he had his face painted on every day with marker, adding to the comedic effect of the show. In another scene, he had to swim in a pool of water with jeans around his ankles, holding a mixed CD and his glasses to prevent them from falling into the water. It sounds like a real challenge!
When Corden asked Richardson if he would ever consider attending a school reunion, the actor replied jokingly, “I have, in my nightmares.” He explained that he grew up in Ohio and was quite the tomboy, thanks to his single father who loved hunting and fishing. Richardson even confessed that he could skin a squirrel or gut a fish for survival purposes, drawing laughter from the audience.
The interview wrapped up with a question from Reggie, the show’s bandleader. He asked Richardson and Haley Bennett, another guest on the show, about their thoughts on post-industrial existence. Richardson humorously responded that he had moved to the countryside and became a Victorian, while Bennett eloquently explained the longing and expectation that comes with living in the Midwest during the transition from a pre-industrial to a post-industrial society.
All in all, Sam Richardson‘s appearance on The Late Late Show with James Corden was filled with laughter, witty banter, and interesting tidbits about his new show, The Afterparty. Fans can catch new episodes of the show on Apple TV+. With its unique blend of genres and talented cast, it’s definitely worth checking out.
