Adam Driver Wanted to Make Marriage Story As Soon As He Read the Script

Adam Driver talks about the journey to making Marriage Story, his only line in a production of Oklahoma and researching his role for Amazon’s political drama, The Report.
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[@trentalee]

my man getting that amazon, netflix, and disney $$$$$

[@TalkAsSoftAsChalk]

Not to mention all that HBO money from Girls.

[@skyhope1017]

Diversifying that portfolio

[@utubefreshie]

Well-deserved. He's so talented plus paid his dues in the Marines!

[@tbz1551]

utubefreshieagn That statement would conclude he then has garnered all his successes in the military.

[@elenapg5969]

T. Lee and HBO

[@MagnitudeReviews]

December is the Month of Adam Driver: - The Report - Marriage Story - Star Wars: Rise of the Skywalker

[@carmencollor1224]

lucky us!!!

[@uncledru7523]

Magnitude Reviews Scarlett looks like she’s gonna go on a little run as well. End game earlier this year, JoJo rabbit, marriage story and Black widow to start 2020

[@Riley4CHRIST]

YES SIR!

[@glittersparkles1343]

His birthday is in november to i thibk

[@jacobpruitt3236]

He also had The Dead Don’t Die a few months ago

[@Christopher-ms5ke]

Not hating on Phoenix but there’s something about Driver in Marriage Story that’s so real it’s not even acting

[@ObiWanKenobi]

Yeah when his voice cracks when he’s about to cry in the movie is really captivating. I had no clue he was such a good emotional actor

[@Trowa71]

Scarlett though, oof. Idk man, can't everyone have the award? What about Willem Dafoe?

[@CollinMckenna]

@@Trowa71 Scarlett can win Best Actress

[@maggiemcfly5267]

He was fantastic!

[@THOMAS2910able]

To be fair every performance he gives feels absurdly real.

[@ChristophProbst]

I've been a domestic law paralegal for 14 years. Marriage Story was like watching an actual case through the eyes of the clients.

[@annaeeee7516]

I don't know the process of getting divorced, but I totally agree. It was seeing just how methodical yet heartbreaking this process truly is. It shows the reality of what going through a divorce is like and that's what makes this movie so good. Adam Driver broke my heart with this movie, he's that good in it.

[@woolsheep5359]

Charlie cries easily when watching movies while I can't but this movie broke me to bits... inside. Still can't cry though.

[@tabiren382]

His awkwardness makes him unintentionally funny 😂

[@christinemusselman5499]

Um also unconsciously sexy.

[@christinemusselman5499]

@@es-lb4mw Yeah, I'll look but not touch!

[@giarichards1529]

I think it was difficult for him to talk about the movie without spoiling it haha

[@rossanafioravanti8526]

@@es-lb4mw Ha.... Who cares? He's my next husband. 😉

[@heyheytaytay]

he's a secret serial killer

[@uncleflansy5621]

None of this dude's answers are just quick throw away answers. He really is open about the things he speaks about, and it's so refreshing.

[@yokgor4675]

He dressed just like Ben Solo near the end of Rise of Skywalker

[@Rey-lg8sx]

😍

[@killjoytw1nk]

Daisy is so damn lucky she got to kiss him then ❤️

[@celis637]

I know!! My heart ♥️ Ben Solo deserves better😭

[@taron1868]

мαяα тѕl Adam is the lucky one

[@Jack-jx2ug]

He is the lucky one. He kissed Daisy Ridley…

[@brendaswann7292]

There is something about Adam that is so real. In his roles I am familiar with, he brings such a relatable character. Adam will have a long career because of his approach. I love and follow him. Much success

[@cindyjenkins1553]

yea, i can def relate to kylo ren

[@popcultureinc.853]

Adam's winning the Oscar for Marriage Story. Simple.

[@billiey36]

@Diego Pisfil Why do you show up on every Adam Driver discussion just to show your preference for Phoenix? We get it. You want Phoenix to win. But why not just go watch Phoenix? Your preference isn't going to affect of the outcome. Why do we need to hear from you every time someone mentions Adam Driver and the Oscars?

[@margaret7504]

Hope so

[@Paolacalmeida]

Amen!! 🙏🙏🙏

[@apseudonym]

@Diego Pisfil leaf phoenix ain't winning sh-t. the award is for BEST acting, not most acting

[@wgo523]

@Diego Pisfil he will tho

[@Thatpersonanon]

Adam is the character actor that generations will try to emulate.

[@moltenbutter6958]

Jennifer Peterson I honestly think the strength of this movie lies more in the writing than the acting. The acting is incredible but I could’ve seen other people wearing those shoes, with equal brilliance

[@keriiluv]

Molten Butter I believe it was written with the specific cast in mind (with input from them as well if I recall cast interviews correctly) so maybe it really needed to be both the writing and the actors.

[@moltenbutter6958]

Kelly Le Kelly Le I understand, but that isn’t what I’m trying to say. I meant that the writing of this movie is where it shines not whether it was written for specific actors in mind. If you watch the video Adam says “ if anything it was a testament to the good writing “ and in another interview Noah said that everything was written in the script, practically nothing is improvised. Again I’m not saying Adam wasn’t great but honestly you could’ve replaced him with Jake Gyllenhaal for ex, and Scarlett with idk Amy Adams, and it still would have worked. What I’m saying is that it is all a testament to Noah’s great writing and precision, not the great work of the actors, what really lifts this film up is how freakishly well written it is. Like the scene where he’s supposed to prove that he’s a good father to that lady from the CPS ( I think it was the CPS, but correct me if I’m wrong ) just rewatch it if you don’t remember it and keep in mind that this was all written with great precision, that way you’ll understand that the real praise should be going to Noah. Also we finally have a good child actor playing a realistic kid, not a movie kid like in “ home alone “ and many/ most other movies that cast children that I can’t think of off the top of my head. Essentially, everything fit right into place in his script and that’s bloody brilliant. I rest my case

[@bridgetblanc2159]

Amen!

[@e50e1]

Following his career right now kinda feels like watching young DeNiro or Pacino

[@TheTasneemali]

Adam Driver is the definition of charisma and cool.

[@MariaLonfeldt]

03:16 Seth: What was your role in "Oklahoma"? The lead, I'm assuming? Adam: No, no. I was a chorus member. I had a line that -- How did you find that? His awkward laugh is everything 😂

[@allyestrada4438]

I think Adam was lowkey embarrassed lol

[@p0ppysmic13]

he's literally wearing what Kylo wore on the climax of RoTS

[@robinwhitemore5409]

I loved Marriage Story, I tried to get my familiy on board, they simply said it was ' Depressing'... I think the biggest hurdle for getting people on board is to see passed the first 3 or 4 scenes. It is such a beautiful movie, some people just cant see through to the message, and that's okay. The cinematography is awesome. Love how the Director never made us sit through a still scene, whether it's a water bottle, or Scar going to the washroom to blow her nose, its all intentional . I see you.

[@viksaggu9085]

robin robin same. My fam said it sounds to heavy

[@annmitchell4663]

Have recently watched Hungry Hearts too...both leads were AMAZING...someone has uploaded the whole movie on Y/T...I went through a whole gamut of feelings.

[@Tuckerscreator]

One hour before this Adam Driver was standing his closet recording lines for The Rise of Skywalker a week before the premiere. XD

[@sydneyhasthetea8912]

i was looking for this comment

[@victoriaalmtroberg4681]

sydneyhasthetea omg i was just about to write that too!!😂

[@emiliabolsas]

What a Michael Jordan-level lesson for high schoolers who are disappointed when they only get a bit player part in a school play. So did Adam Driver! AND he eventually went to Juilliard ... and then created this extraordinary career that no one could have predicted.

[@TeoBladasVevo]

He gives one of the best performances ever in marriage story, it was like I was watching a real person!!

[@Valentina_Lat]

i still haven't watched it but that's exactly what i say about him when i watch him on Girls!

[@mashtash102]

He literally makes me feel so comfortable

[@BeauJaxon]

Is he the best? I think he's the best. Guys? What do you think? Yeah. Yep. Uh huh.. yes. That's right. He is the best.

[@MarcosIsABaritone]

She's cool.

[@carmencollor1224]

YES!

[@breemo3712]

He is the best

[@NinaC]

I love this man! Goodness look at his casual look and rocking it! He’s now becoming more and more comfortable in interviews. 😍

[@scratchfg212]

Marriage Story is my favorite movie of the year, by far. If they make a wide release of this movie in the cinema, I'd be there!

[@Andre12241]

Him and Scarlett Johansson were amazing in Marriage story. What a tragic and fun film

[@PeachieVel]

Reminds me of Professor Snape.

[@innanikolaeva8784]

He would be the hottest Snape ever

[@KagetoraHikaru]

Can't wait to see this whole Driver movie triple deal that's coming 💖🔥

[@rileylehman9114]

Hikaru Kagetora what’s that?

[@KagetoraHikaru]

@@rileylehman9114 The Report, Marriage Story (which is amazing) and Star Wars?

[@lenamonroe2961]

He's such a skilled actor.

[@Listening_2_Still_Small_Voice]

Am I the only one who thought Marriage Story was so sad? The characters clearly loved each other in a slow ache kind of way that was always there, even when they got into their ugliest fights, so why couldn’t they fix things.

[@TheRoseblossom1986]

It is sad, but looks like they had lack of communication. And by the time they started to communicate it was already too late. This is just like real marriage and divorce.

[@viciousLUA]

I found it very saddening... you can tell they had the worst communication :(

[@superbobomario8849]

Yes, it was, but TBH, at the end, kind of makes you feel hopefull

[@hopekeeley2122]

I tried to watch it, but I couldn’t even get through a 40 second clip without crying. My parents aren’t divorced yet, but they fight like cats and dogs and I have childhood trauma surrounding conflict, (that use to seriously hamper my movie going experience because I would try to leave once conflict started to happen. Luckily after therapy I’m mostly over it) which I trace to me being a serial placater. I felt so scared during the 20 seconds.

[@emilyjones2292]

I honestly in the end was hoping they work things out and cancel the divorce and all...but this is life and things like this really happen..hurts your heart..it hurt mine

[@Ikw__]

Another great demonstration of interviewing talent from Seth. Adam clear minded and well spoken.

[@bloodcountess81]

I'm here two years later, having watched "The Marriage Story," never knew "Company," and listening to Adam's "Being Alive" really blew me away. It was like that song was made for his character. Not only that, but when I listened to other versions, I'm like "Yeah, no, Adam's is the best!"

[@TheLovaticQueen]

Just watched Marriage Story, and I loved it! He should deffo win the Oscar!

[@1earflapping]

Here's a guy who can speak spontaneously in a clear & meaningful way, without a lot of 'uhs' or false starts. Great to see and hear.

[@tristanpropertyofmoose7963]

Def my favorite actor right now

[@flhxalexx]

Amazing underrated actor

[@thetruerift]

I love this man.

[@ereini0n]

I'm such a fan of Adam Driver! He's just amazing

[@wes9355]

HIS SMILE OMD

[@katiebrahosky147]

He is too precious for this world! ❤️

[@viviriaanggraeni8678]

He got a lot of movies and he remains humble 😘😘

[@laura-hr2rj]

Give my man an Oscar!

[@yazminfair6660]

omg i cried in this film its so sad! and beautiful

[@liamkyle253]

What's a charismatic Knight of Ren doing here?? He's amazing!!!!

[@Hylss]

Props for asking about The Report as well.

[@marlenetoscano9432]

The Report was amazing. Its not getting enough attention

[@AnnaKaali]

I love this guy, x

[@andreitaalvarezcardo]

Omg he is amazing ❤️❤️❤️

[@alliyahrose1dfelipe648]

their acting was out of this world 👏🏼

[@machete660]

I love this man

[@GabiBrooks]

This guy will become a legend!

[@jelena5813]

“is pretty harrowing” (UPBEAT THEME MUSIC)

[@JenyMCCarthy]

jelena your comment made me snort

[@mayangel5315]

If Adam is not going to get an Oscar, I will be suing

[@nicolereschke1449]

He fell in love with it... two seconds after he saw it.

[@margaret7504]

He is the best!!!! Please give him this fucking Oscar

[@johanna9429]

I loooooooooooooove

[@cuzwalt2659]

1/1 81’s oorah... 🤘

[@Tribalhealer]

The hand gestures in the movie

[@user-yy8um2vc8e]

Seth got so close to Adam at the start 😂 What in the world

[@clytemnestra111]

J. I know! Adam was like almost backing away just imperceptibly. Lol

[@user-yy8um2vc8e]

Marlenet777 lmfaoo for real!

[@fretre2171]

Should have been released in theaters

[@pierrebeukes6315]

Adam Driver is a sexy man and what makes him even better is that he is so intelligent and sensitive.

[@HollyHargreaves]

You can tell Seth hasn't watched the film 🙈 Go check out the Stephen Colbert interview with Adam. Stephen's seen the film. And the interview is better for it🙌

[@roonil3931]

Seth's interviews are always better.

[@reylolover1837]

His birthday was on the 19 of November but okay even though Adam, you are some really funny guy😭😂

[@apseudonym]

him BIG

[@jaym3566]

I see what John Oliver sees in Adam. The man can. get. it.

[@soap4797]

I havent been able to watch this movie yet, im nervous asf idk why

[@Jose-se9pu]

"I wanted to do anything after filming EpIX"

[@pwd1134]

It's V from Devil May Cry 5!

[@shesjustanothergeek164]

Adam better get the god damn Oscar

[@NewMessage]

Fun Fact: He also could have read the torture report to prepare for his role as Kylo.

[@paytonvanwinkle4651]

The way the clip starts with him leaning in is super weird.

[@GogoSam22]

Oh Adam what a cutie

[@rossanafioravanti8526]

Next Oscar winner and my next husband too. 😉

[@PIXPromosMore]

Calling it now: He's playing Sondland on SNL this week.

[@NewMessage]

Him, or Jeff Ross.

[@PIXPromosMore]

@@NewMessage Nah, Ross already did it on Kimmel

[@paolho]

👍

[@kriskelvin6682]

Being Alive...

[@LouieC]

I will finish...

[@killjoytw1nk]

...what you started

[@albertvasu1077]

I'm a huge DC fan but Marriage Story should've taken the Oscar for best actor instead of Joker. Driver's performance seemed too real to be considered "acting"

[@Vanargand23]

Yeah, he needed the money!

[@Bennevisie]

He looks like the bad guy from No country for old men.

[@RedBananas]

The interview in a nutshell: M-mm-m myeah Aa-aa-a a no Yeah b-bb-but it was something

[@lilcappuccino2506]

plot twist: they were actually married and actually got divorced hence proves why it seemed so real 😳 damn

[@louvretreekay12_]

Everytime a public goes ‘Whooooo’ for a stupid reason a smart person dies.

[@CoolPandaTheMovieNerd]

An actor wanted to do a movie as soon as he read the script? Wow that never happens.

[@Jaguarstudios8379]

First

[@JustADioWhosAHeroForFun]

Why is the Sith Lord here?

[@zizinnnn]

Just A Dio Who's A Hero For Fun he got married and didn’t work out

[@liliaamador1]

He’s not a sith

[@justgivemethetruth]

The movie is great, but this guy talks like a goofball The Report is good too.

[@carlf.9035]

He is a bit too eloquent for my taste

[@MchaelFournier]

At the end of the segment with Adam Diver and the beginning of Hozier’s song, there was an astonishing 10 minutes and 30 seconds of commercials. This is utterly deplorable. It’s no wonder Seth brushes off his guests so quickly. I will not be watching Seth Myers any more.

[@jonnnnniej]

I would rather get mad at the time and frequency of commercials in the USA in general. I like watching TV but man.. how do you Americans endure that much commercials in general?!

[@billiey36]

@@jonnnnniej This is why a 60 minute football game takes over 3 hours to play. They even have built-in time-outs for commercials. I don't endure it. I turn the sound off and read during them.

[@jonnnnniej]

@@billiey36 I heard that's why soccer will never get as big in America as it is in Europe or South America. Because it's a game that has two 45 minutes halves with only a 15 minutes break in between. (the break is used for some commercials but mostly recapping the first half) That would never fly in America right? Reading is a good salutation though!

[@billiey36]

@@jonnnnniej True. It's all about how much money can be made on a competition. Fewer ads means less money.

[@carmencollor1224]

on top of that, his interviewer skills are poor...

[@jasonbean1176]

An unusual looking fellow, but he makes the best of it.

[@helixmoore7636]

A lot of ladies find him extremely attractive. My gf has a crush on him.

[@CowboyLikeMegan]

I agree, he’s strange/unique looking but tons of charisma!

[@heyheytaytay]

He's an odd duck. He literally walked out of an NPR interview because he didn't want to hear himself in an audio clip....

[@DynamicUnoTea]

Who dressed him today? Just... giving up on life, eh?

[@helixmoore7636]

He looks just fine. 🙄

[@jonnnnniej]

@Tyler Burkhead hahahaha, thanks for that!

[@jonnnnniej]

As a sith lord, this is just his casual wear.

[@DynamicUnoTea]

@@jonnnnniej makes sense.

[@DynamicUnoTea]

@Tyler Burkhead I'll save myself the click.

[@blanch33333]

over. rated. actor.

[@sarahcowan1489]

You are just jealous, or stunted emotionally.

[@blanch33333]

@@sarahcowan1489 i'm just going to say that the bar for male actors is REALLY low.

[@jasonbean1176]

An unusual looking fellow, but he makes the best of it.