Apple Original Films Secures Ben Stiller’s Pickleball Comedy The Dink – Full Details Inside
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Apple Original Films has picked up The Dink, a pickleball comedy starring Jake Johnson and directed by Josh Greenbaum.
Apple Original Films Acquires Ben Stiller’s Pickleball Comedy The Dink
Pickleball just got the Hollywood treatment! Apple Original Films has officially bagged The Dink, a quirky sports comedy starring Jake Johnson and Ben Stiller. Directed by Josh Greenbaum and written by Sean Clements, the film promises a hilarious mix of sports, family drama, and second chances.
What The Dink Is All About
The story centres on a washed-up tennis pro who’s persuaded to take up pickleball to save a struggling club. But it’s not just about the game — he also needs to win back his father’s respect. Expect plenty of heartwarming moments sprinkled with offbeat humour.
Cast & Crew
Alongside Jake Johnson and Ben Stiller, the film boasts a stellar ensemble:
Mary Steenburgen
Ed Harris
Chloe Fineman
Aaron Chen
Patton Oswalt
Chris Parnell
Christine Taylor
And here’s the fun twist — tennis icons Andy Roddick and John McEnroe make cameo appearances!
Apple x Ben Stiller Reunion
The project is currently in post-production and marks another big collaboration between Apple and Stiller after the Emmy-nominated hit Severance. Beyond this, Apple has also picked up Stiller’s upcoming documentary Stiller & Meara: Nothing Is Lost, based on his late parents, Jerry Stiller and Anne Meara.
Meanwhile, Jake Johnson is keeping busy too — he’ll next star alongside Tatiana Maslany in Apple’s comedy-thriller Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed.
Why This One’s Worth Watching
With sports humour, a redemption arc, and the charm of Ben Stiller and Jake Johnson, The Dink is shaping up to be a must-watch for comedy lovers and sports fans alike.
Stay tuned for its release date — we’ll keep you updated!