Kieran Culkin Contemplates TV Comedy Post-Succession: Insights From Critics Choice Awards

In a post-Succession era, Kieran Culkin is already eyeing his next venture and entertaining offers while on the red carpet. The actor shared his thoughts and a potential opportunity during an interview at the 2024 Critics Choice Awards, where he secured the title of Best Actor in a Drama Series.

Pitch from Bill Lawrence at Critics Choice Awards

Notably, Bill Lawrence, the renowned creator behind Scrubs, Ted Lasso, and Shrinking, approached Culkin with words of admiration. Lawrence expressed his desire for Culkin to join a comedy project, to which Culkin, with humility, responded, “I’m not very funny.” Despite the actor’s self-assessment, Lawrence remained undeterred, suggesting they investigate each other’s comedic chops on IMDb.

Comedy in Succession and Teasing Future Plans

Culkin, known for his role in the acclaimed Succession series, offered a unique perspective on the genre. He stated, “To me, Succession is a comedy, it really just is.” Playfully alluding to a potential future project titled “The Bear,” Culkin hinted at an upcoming comedy without divulging details.

Award-Winning Streak and Future Prospects

Alongside his Critics Choice Awards win, Culkin is concluding his Succession journey with additional accolades, including Best Actor in a TV Drama at the Golden Globes and a nomination for Lead Actor in a Drama Series at the upcoming Emmys. Despite being tight-lipped about his future endeavors, Culkin teased, “I don’t want to talk about it because I haven’t officially said yes to it, but it actually is a comedy, so yeah. And it’s a show,” clarifying that it’s not one of Lawrence’s productions.

Kieran Culkin’s journey beyond Succession continues to pique interest, leaving fans and industry observers eager to see where his comedic talents might take him.

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