Netflix has released the first trailer for the original filmLike Father, a comedy/drama that marks the feature directorial debut ofLauren Miller Rogen. Written, produced, and directed by Rogen, the film starsKristen Bellas a workaholic executive who gets left at the altar, after which she goes on a bender with her estranged father (Kelsey Grammer). When the two wake up, however, they find that they’ve boarded the cruise that Bell’s character had planned for her honeymoon.
Right off the bat,Like Fatherlooks like something different than your traditional comedy. Visually, the film looks incredibly cinematic and moody, with fascinating shot composition courtesy of Rogen. Then when you add in the terrific talents of Bell and Grammer, plus a story that looks to be just as focused on introspection and character as it is on jokes, and you have the makings of a must-see Netflix original.
Indeed, Netflix is currently basking in the success of the critically acclaimed romcomSet It Up, which was released last week, and nowLike Fatherlooks like it hits that indie comedy sweet spot in the vein ofGreta GerwigorNoah Baumbach. Rogen—who, yes, is married toSeth Rogen—previously co-wrote the comedyFor a Good Time Call…, but her directorial debut appears to be refreshingly ambitious and heartfelt.
Check out theLike Fathertrailer below. The film also stars Seth Rogen and will be released on Netflix on August 3rd.
Here’s the official synopsis forLike Father:
When a workaholic young executive (Kristen Bell), is left at the altar, she ends up on her Caribbean honeymoon cruise with the last person she ever expected: her estranged and equally workaholic father (Kelsey Grammer). The two depart as strangers, but over the course of a few adventures, a couple of umbrella-clad cocktails and a whole lot of soul-searching, they return with a renewed appreciation for family and life.
