Anne, a tightly wound, game show-obsessed woman, must come together with her chaotic sister Jenny in order to help pay off their mother's gambling debts. When Anne's beloved dog is kidnapped, they will have to set off on a cross-country journey in order to get the money they need. In order to do so, they will have to tap into Anne's skill set by turning her into the game show champion she was always meant to be.
In October 2020, it was announced that an untitled comedy film was in development at Netflix, with Jen D'Angelo writing the screenplay, and Sandra Oh and Awkwafina starring.[4] In December 2021, Netflix reportedly left the film, and the rights were acquired by 20th Century Studios. Jessica Yu was also set to direct.[5]Will Ferrell and Jessica Elbaum will produce the film under their Gloria Sanchez Productions banner with Artists First as Alex Brown will serve as an executive producer. Sarah Shepard will oversee the film for 20th Century.
Filming began by June 7, 2022, in Los Angeles, with production expected to last until July 22, 2022. Production would also occur in New Orleans. By the beginning of production, Holland Taylor, Jason Schwartzman, Tony Hale, and Ferrell were revealed to star in the film.[6]
Release
In June 2022, the film was reported to be scheduled for release by 20th Century Studios as a Hulu original film in the United States.[6][7] In July 2023, the film's title was revealed to be Quiz Lady, with a release date of November 3, 2023.[8] Prior to its wide release, the film is scheduled for a September 2023 premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival.[1]
