Jerry Seinfeld Calls Hugh Grant “A Pain in the Ass” on the Set of “Unfrosted”
Published on March 28, 2024, 4:33 p.m. ET by Jack Hobbs
Introduction
In an unexpected twist, Jerry Seinfeld, renowned comedian and director of
the upcoming movie “Unfrosted,” opened up about his difficulties working
with Hugh Grant on set. Seinfeld, 69, did not mince words about his
experience with Grant, describing him as “a pain in the ass” during an
appearance on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.”
The Intense Working Relationship
Seinfeld revealed that there were multiple conflicts between him and Grant
during the filming of “Unfrosted.” The comedian expressed his frustration,
saying, “He’s a pain in the ass to work with. He’s horrible.” The film,
which delves into the origins of the iconic Kellogg’s Pop-Tarts, is set to
premiere in May on Netflix.
A Transformative Dinner
Despite their on-set differences, Seinfeld and Grant managed to put their
conflicts aside after sharing a meal together. Seinfeld fondly reminisced
about their time together, stating, “We shot for 10 weeks, and that night
that he and I had dinner — and we got drunk having dinner — that was the
greatest night.”
Grant’s Role and Audition
Grant plays the role of Thurl Ravenscroft, the voice behind Kellogg’s
Frosted Flakes mascot Tony the Tiger. Seinfeld revealed that Grant
initially requested an audition, surprising the director. Seinfeld had not
initially considered Grant for the part, envisioning a frustrated
Shakespearean actor. However, Grant’s audition for the role impressed
Seinfeld, and the rest is history.
Origin of the “Unfrosted” Concept
Seinfeld’s inspiration for “Unfrosted” came from a bit he performed during
his 2020 Netflix special, “23 Hours To Kill.” The Pop-Tarts stand-up bit
featured Seinfeld reminiscing about his fascination with the toaster
pastries when he was a child. The idea to turn the comedic bit into a
full-fledged film developed during the coronavirus pandemic, when Seinfeld
felt the need for light-hearted entertainment.
Conclusion
Despite the challenges faced on set, “Unfrosted” promises to be an
entertaining film that explores the humorous origins of a beloved
breakfast treat. The combination of Seinfeld’s comedic genius and Grant’s
unique take on the character of Thurl Ravenscroft makes this a highly
anticipated movie. Audiences can look forward to the premiere of
“Unfrosted” in May, as the unlikely pairing of Seinfeld and Grant brings
the story of Pop-Tarts to life.
