Jason Bateman Shook Trump's Hand From Across The Country

Plenty of actors can say they've done a scene with Donald Trump. But 'Arrested Development' star Jason Bateman did a scene without him.
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[@AkiroKiro]

Good lord, watching this after hearing the Smartless episode makes this amazing, not only the uncomfortable shifting you realize instantly, but that sheer look of horror at 0:26 when Colbert says "You got something to answer for!"

[@sarallo]

He doesn’t seem too hostile to me. Although knowing the backstory is priceless.

[@shreevz]

Hahahaha what an epic story!

[@Mixx10]

That is what brought me here!

[@MariaAnatro]

Yes!!! Haha

[@reillymontgomery8999]

OMFG YOU’RE RIGHT!! That’s incredible!!

[@BBFilms88]

Raise your hand if SMARTLESS Colbert episode brought you here

[@curtisjsama]

HAHAHA I’m cracking up right now

[@shoelessscott]

Is this the one?!

[@BBFilms88]

@@shoelessscott this is the last interview they did together live in front of an audience

[@7michaelg]

He does look a bit more shifty than usual

[@BBFilms88]

@@7michaelg 🤣

[@Hedgehog4real]

i comment this under every jason bateman interview i see: this guy's charisma is out of this world.

[@GRV_93]

He’s one of the best actors. Love the ozarks

[@MuzzyBarker]

Bateman's face when Colbert says "You have something to answer for..."

[@megarooster99]

It’s especially funny now that he’s said he sharted himself five minutes before this interview

[@luckyjasonfan]

@@megarooster99 I know 😭😭😭 I *just* listened to Stephen's episode on the #Smartless podcast! 😳

[@KC-dw9ky]

Now watch this knowing Bateman shart his pants in the green room and has no underwear on 😂. Truth

[@alexsouthey]

lmfao exactly!

[@ratsalad178]

I noticed Jason squirming right off the bat and i thought 'man that must be one uncomfortable chair'... little did I know

[@19thHour]

Undercover cop when he realizes two comedians hit him: "I don't know what I expected."

[@LochNessAnthony]

19thHour You didn't eat that did you?

[@ashutoshpandey6407]

DEAD DOVE DO NOT EAT

[@Dr_Jim57]

nah the running AD gag is it's always George Bluth's friend J Walter Weatherman setting them up

[@19thHour]

It's okay. Even if Arnett's career goes south because of Bateman, he knows that there's always money in the banana stand.

[@EllyValentini]

Didn't the banana stand burn down thou?

[@queenmaoasada8447]

Elly Valentini The flamer burnt it down

[@kelgreen99]

19thHour I told you there was $$ in the banana stand!!!!!

[@elijahdale4546]

no, GM did

[@bartacomuskidd775]

......theres always money in the banana stand..

[@Spalfos]

At 0:25 it almost seems like Bateman is expecting a New York Times question

[@fetB]

can you fill me in on what happened?

[@queenmaoasada8447]

fetB I know, I’m so confused too

[@vincedillo5709]

Yes! And then his sigh of relief. Good stuff.

[@JohnWestIV]

Garbage interview snipe question about an interview Tambor had in the past admitting he had yelled at Walters on set (which he has profusely apologized for) and trying to push it into the current outrage culture... and failing to grasp what everyone tried to say on how everyone has had their moment, that acting is not like a normal job and even he's yelled at Walters. Walters obviously has held a grudge on it as it probably embarrassed her and she said she forgives him for it... but this is glossed over and the readers are so clueless as to what any of what they said even means (but by god they know, because they just do!) since none of them have ever acted and been on a set, or stage production. But I will say this, I have never been in a production where someone didn't snap at some point at a fellow actor (or a director at an actor) or crew member etc... because of any number of reasons (repeatedly missing their mark, lines, breaking, not being off script/book, constant technical mistakes... the list goes on... but eventually someone is all, "FUCKING GET YOUR SHIT TOGETHER!" after the 20th+ time of doing the same thing over). I also guarantee Walters has yelled/snapped/insulted someone.. but Tambor is the focus because of the allegations from "Transparent" (which OF COURSE were pulled into this). Tambor brought up the incident in an interview himself... nobody else did... and he apologized for it publicly and privately (he's admitted to having a temper and being direct/lacking tact). And then months later, this interview is trying to hurt him for it and the cast (though Walters was obviously still holding that grudge) stood up for him and tried to explain how these things happen and that without context you don't know why someone yelled or snapped on a set. Now they're all bad for "trying to belittle the situation" etc etc and other nonsense. Now everyone is picking it up (yay clickbait!) and misinterpreting the entire thing... and now Jason has had to apologize.

[@dipperdandy]

^ bullshit take

[@OLegendStudios]

He doesn't age!

[@mscloudherder329]

OLegendStudios - Pranks / Nerf Wars Vampyre!

[@queenmaoasada8447]

OLegendStudios - Pranks / Nerf Wars He really doesn’t... He’s as gorgeous as ever

[@georgplaz]

there isn't much room for looking older if you already look old at a young age

[@lisashrestha5023]

OLegendStudios - Pranks / Nerf Wars true dat! Love this guy!

[@icecreamalacarte]

Dame Arnett going "OOooohh" during a crash-thank you for visual this Jason

[@flavionavar3631]

SMARTLESS brought me here. One of the funniest episodes! Love Bateman.

[@grantpurdy5042]

Bateman is such a humble guy. He’s just a normal guy, not arrogant like typical Hollywood actors. Oh, and I’m Canadian, and I thought the Canadian driver joke was hilarious !

[@razanabed7936]

His humor is so clever. I love him so much

[@--sql]

No mention of Ozark? One of the best shows around right now.

[@michaeldemers2716]

Love it.

[@ryanbobbett834]

@@michaeldemers2716 best show ever. It knows suspense

[@minhtran1960]

I love they way he talks. He's a great story teller

[@TheoClark]

Apparently Jason had just shat himself before this interview. Explains all his squirming 😂.

[@sarallo]

I’m here because of that too. Is this the interview because he doesn’t seem to hostile?

[@luckyjasonfan]

@@sarallo He isn't Hostile. Stephen just got a Weird from him and didn't understand why. Stephen _thought_ it was Hostility.

[@ciudadanakane8743]

jason's interviews are always pure gold!

[@brightlight7217]

I just discovered this guy after watching Ozark. Seriously, you're so good Marty. One of my favorite actor.

[@angrygopher]

Colbert: “The accident was just a little whoopsie-daisy.” Bateman: 🥴

[@infamousElle]

I relate to both Jason Bateman's characters in Arrested Development/ Ozark. I always watch him to maintain a calm, thinking on my feet demeanor!

[@TheAmazingMrMcFlyy]

I love how he compared his character to Baron, that’s honestly hilariously accurate

[@merccy]

luv Jason Bateman🎶 flashbacks from Little House on the Prairie kept coming bc throughout the interview. babyface Jason😍

[@minhazulislam4682]

This is the same suit Jason wore in November 2014 at Jimmy Kimmel. Its really nice to see that he has the same suit for 5 years. I like people who take good care of their clothes.

[@ChinoWantan]

There's always money in the banana stand

[@shanelstevens]

Jason Bateman is just amazingly youthful! Such a humble, funny guy. Can't wait for the next season of Ozark!

[@jazzynys]

he's always been a nervous, shaky little man. Love him.

[@yousefasad1630]

Little did you know

[@luckyjasonfan]

@@yousefasad1630 Hahaha #Smartless podcast! 🥲

[@cassandrav4358]

Wow I just read most of these comments and I didn't see a single negative one. Bateman is such a lovable guy. I love everything he does.

[@MarcHarrisx]

he's so smooth. he'd make a great Han Solo, the mid-life years

[@edua2286]

3:05 "i'm thank you, good" i thought i stroked out for a minute there, but i guess it was mr. bateman

[@luckyjasonfan]

I'm.... (thank you)... good, Yes. He was just mid sentence and redirected. Quite lucid actually 😏

[@lisamortini8567]

I was at the taping of yesterday's show but Bateman's segment must have been pre-taped the day before or something so we never got to see him... So much heartbreak in the audience! :-)

[@artemish2072]

Oh if it was pre taped, that explains why none of the NY TIMES article stuff was mentioned. Yeah, Jason's just giving his normal banter unaware that it's gonna look real bad later. I do think his later apology was sincere.

[@ryanjavierortega8513]

Jason Bateman is amazing.

[@efandmk3382]

Micheal Bluth was a quintessential American sitcom character. if Bateman is only remembered for that, then he's done well.

[@oooh19]

He’s funny and adorable as Derek Taylor

[@carstereobandits]

After reading about the NYT interview: **Me sitting in the shower wearing cut-offs** "Why Jason, why???"

[@AnastasiaR]

carstereobandits SAME. 👖🚿

[@adaoraelliott9254]

carstereobandits he put out a pretty good apology but who knows how sincere it is

[@ummmidunno8308]

Marvel. Thalia I think it sounded very sincere. He didn't have to say all those things if he didn't mean it.

[@mishasan7]

OMFG976! Nda818 He did have to if he wanted to continue having an acting career without alienating 50% of the viewing audience...

[@rabbiabutterfly]

he seemed super nervous in the beginning as if he expected a NY times interview question lol

[@luckyjasonfan]

WHY DOES HE KEEP SAYING "SHE" 🤔 About Wil!? Is GOB transitioning?? 😂😂

[@antcar3330]

Jason Bateman is so good. So good, I just want to believe everything he does is inspired.

[@oooh19]

Such charisma

[@jeans6840]

"Um." -Jason Bateman

[@arabianflowers]

5:37 - 5:53 I LAUGHED SO HARD AT THAT! 😂😂😂

[@timalma]

Super smooth guest Peace from Saudi Arabia

[@gracelynch7757]

Who else thought the car crash was a metaphor for that New York Times interview!

[@nirbhaysharma1214]

This is going to age great guys, don't worry

[@indrinita]

think it may have already expired actually...

[@ledouxlink7265]

Nirbhay Sharma lol right?!- ugh so cringey...

[@rosebud4467]

Sad to see Jason jump on the anti-Trump bandwagon just like every other rich Hollywood liberal. Blows my mind how they don't see that their antics are exactly what are going to get him re-elected. #maga2020

[@beet111]

@@rosebud4467 it's not a bandwagon. smart people know trump is a horrible president.

[@demondog9482]

Trump is a complete waste of an orgasm, wish his dad wore a rubber.

[@messeyar7758]

I heard Bateman went commando during this interview. Poor guy trying to cover it with his tie, hand, thigh !!!

[@jasonbean5981]

Ah, the miracle of editing! Also, what happened to Justine?

[@vibradiant]

Much as I enjoy AD, was really hoping and expecting he might've chatted about Ozark a bit.

[@PokerPlayerJames]

Wow. How did Colbert get the star of the mega smash documentary "How Can I Tell If I'm Really In Love?"!!!?

[@christinechaos8684]

Love you Jason Bateman ❣❣

[@sebastiancervera3950]

I love Bateman, but that whole bit about calling Arnett a lady as an insult was cringey

[@TheKingby1]

He was referring to him as "Dame" which to me is more about an uptight prissy cowardly characteristic than just being a woman.

[@mushnoodle]

@eddie because "gay" is an insult that doesn't just include to a certain behavior-stereotype group but all homosexuals. It is meant to portray gay as something negative in general. if they mean the flamboyant type of gay they could at least say flaming or campy or whatever but its a difference if you say "he acts like a damsel in distress" or "he acts like a woman". one is a tolerable mockery and the other should not be one.

[@demonsnfan]

It was meant as an insult. Kinda like 'as dumb as a man'

[@demonsnfan]

A Dame is a women...just in case you're unaware

[@dorothylasken5460]

It's absolutely disrespectful to use being a woman as an insult. Language matters.

[@IdahoTricia]

I love Arrested Development. One of the best shows ever! But Bateman needs to come up with a better insult for Arnett.

[@GiovediStormsinger]

I'm glad I'm not the only one bothered by that. I love both actors, but....

[@blinx0025]

That clip!! 😂😂😂

[@rosed2955]

I like Bateman; he seems so comfortable and secure that he's not bothered by a slightly uncomfortable interview, and his cheeky irreverence is pretty hard-edged at times, yet he still seems like a sweetheart underneath.

[@Devonellah]

Jason Bateman is so awesome :)

[@ZenQuestOfficial]

I'm Thank You, good

[@MaxMisterC]

Mum was 'Marion' from "Soap". An ancient hero of mine..

[@mikurunrunrun]

7:05 And a lot of love...

[@paulpierce3807]

Yes, but when will Season 2 of Ozark be out?

[@SSS-ie6mh]

Colbert cut short his story before he could say something insensitive.

[@ToastGod69]

yea this brought so much context to that story....hes making me uncomfortable seeing how uncomfortable he is.

[@lazyperfectionist1]

Did he then ask you the difference between HIV and HPV?

[@rriley6963]

Why does he keep refering to Arnett as her/she?

[@GenevieveThornton]

R Riley it’s supposed to be an insult, that he was so shaken by the car accident he was acting like a woman, supposedly. His language was sexist.

[@rriley6963]

Genevieve I was being facetious. His comments were definitely sexist. Seems like he would be more cognizant especially with the issues of his NY Times interview...

[@Captainpigraven]

R Riley This interview occurred before the Times story broke.

[@XxM00nSHADExX]

Genevieve No!!! They do it all the time to each other, to tease the nature of their relationship - Arnett did the same on his Conan interview that showed a picture of them holding hands. They've been friends for 10+ years and it's a running joke between them. I don't think Jason realized how bad that would look without that context.

[@jodilynn7573]

I just wanna see another season of Ozark lol

[@resplendentwitticism]

Jodi Harper someone with some sanity! Lol

[@justicehayes4715]

Ozark is awesome!!

[@chestermcgillicuddy4368]

"How many Canadians tonight?" regarding our driving skills and the 1st person in the audience to cheer...Likely a taxi driver. Thank you Trudope!

[@carterrichardson6399]

Who else came here after the Smartless interview? I feel like this has to be it right?

[@BBFilms88]

This IS the last interview they did together at the studio, sooo....

[@NewMessage]

"Kinda threw Arnett under the bus..." It's ok, he threw himself under one in the New York Times.

[@devmo03]

Justin O'Brien I see what you did there

[@dipperdandy]

BOOSH

[@ayelemensah8816]

You know I didn’t catch it the first time but he actually said “threw him under the bobsleigh” !

[@ummmidunno8308]

New Message uh-oh... this is the first time where you made me go no no no... I heard the clip, I read the article and I read his apology... I don't think he was thrown under the bus at all.. I think it was honestly taken out of context, but you have your opinion and I have mine.. You are still hilarious and I always look forward to reading your comments!

[@vvpenny1109]

OMFG976! Nda818 Wait what happened ?

[@rookyofficial]

“Uhhhmmm”

[@BlakieTT]

NOOOOOOO, don't get into the car with him! xD

[@sisaofrost]

He didn't mention Ozark

[@adireloaded]

*Ooh.. BAAD Timing considering that awful NY Times Interview 💀*

[@rawdog1999]

And his way to insult Will Arnett is refer to him with feminine pronouns. Hilarious. Because women cry and scare easily.

[@Pfeifferd99]

I was thinking the same thing.

[@fetB]

guess im not up-to-date either

[@TheKingby1]

C J Jessica Walter was talking about how Jeffrey Tambor had verbally abused her on the set of AD, and she broke down crying, while he was in the interview with her. Then the guys on the show tried to downplay it as "bad moments" and "everyone makes mistakes". It was not a good look for them, and Alia Shakwat was the only one to really back Jessica. I don't think it came from actual malice, but sort of a panicked gut response to the interview going so far off the rails and undermining the image they had as a cast of a "family". Definitely a poor choice and should probably be addressed sooner rather than later.

[@Rabbii7]

Its Amazing how people goes after somebody who actually hasn't done anything wrong, There is no allegation or report about Jason Bateman behaving badly with anybody, but because he said 1 sentence to try and excuse Tambor's behavior, he is same as him now?

[@BlakieTT]

I liked Game Night a lot.

[@katr.9902]

oh Jason, i love you

[@azurebalmung4520]

From the title, I had this image of Bateman flying across the sky as Trump shook his hand across the country, with the usual 'starting a lawnmower' tug.

[@MrJayOkane]

His comedy is great. He pushes it and then brings it back.

[@pr1zrak576]

Aah, the quite comedy is always the most poignant. I wasn't laughing, but I couldn't stop grinning.

[@zeksta]

It's absolutely amazing to me how everyone has jumped straight into attacking Jason based on what was said, yes he failed to defend a co-star and what he said was poorly worded, however in times of such a mess of a situation it's hard to grasp and provide a response that's adequate and helps to maintain everyone's dignity and respect within the situation. He tried, he apologized profusely and everyone still attacks the guy as he continues to banter just as Arnett and Bateman always have an people get offended. What a time to be alive.

[@laurinesax]

zeksta but now you're offended by people disliking Jason Bateman's actions? It's an odd measure for a sign of the times. I don't think there's an 'attack' as much as people are just pointing out how crummy he's being.

[@zeksta]

remyling Well, first up I'm not offended, I understand the other side as well and how what he's said has been taken. My point simply was that he's an individual who's made a mistake and is still getting a fair bit of flack regardless of the apology, I don't think it's necessary and neither do I condone such behaviour as Tambor has been accused of but I believe that it's hard to formulate a response without offending people and he's simply made that mistake and taken it on the chin.

[@jballantyne553]

More Ozark now!!

[@msahakim]

Both of them are always the funny guys.

[@emmachapple5155]

Jason Bateman reminds me of Bill Murray would love to see him do a remake of Scrooge

[@karanjetley]

#BringbacktheIntros

[@vincknade5140]

He's the Bateman to Arnett's Batman

[@ColbyB23]

Buddy sooo high.

[@mitchellwilley7208]

Cant wait to see the new season. Love that show.

[@DonjulzAgy]

Jason Is Hilarious Hes A Class Act

[@FreshteJavidhosseini]

using "she" as a derogatory term....not cool

[@SRahimzadeh]

Okay, but when is Ozark coming back?

[@wingbutler]

Lego Batman and Nick Wilde on the same cab!

[@cloud9847]

I want Ozark season 2

[@cartmanbruh23]

When is Ozark season 2 coming???????

[@ummmidunno8308]

If he's not perfection I don't know is... I love me some Justin Bateman! I've been in love with him since I first saw him on Silver Spoons as Derek! He's so hilarious and gracious to everyone he meets!

[@rocknrob91]

Any gr8 m8s here in response to the poop story?

[@GreenHatAnimation]

hot scoop or pants of poop?

[@CoachingHigher]

Smartness - Lol he was covering his stuff all the time 😂 and Stephen said 3x he was glad he was safe as he might sense his tension

[@GTRichardson7]

Jason: Some people think we are jumping on the Trump bandwagon and bashing him Stephen: They are jumping on your's How did Bateman not say Jason: Well... you gotta expect a few hop-ons...

[@pcbassoon3892]

Graham Richardson Because he isn't smart of funny. Everything funny he says in that show is written for him.

[@GTRichardson7]

I really like that in a comment in which you state that someone isn't smart you have written "He isn't smart OF funny." and this even after editing your comment, i assume having found another error... enjoy your false feeling of superiority Ms. O'Sullivan. (Note: as someone who is dyslexic, I rarely comment on other peoples mistakes like this, but if you are going to say "This person isn't smart" you might want to check these things...)

[@AndiDuck]

Jason Bateman is the Dick Clark of agelessness

[@davidlucas8487]

He's a Dick alright

[@LindaTuttleat1140]

ThE DuCk LOL I was thinking the same thing. Jason never seems to age.

[@tdudek1]

Tolerance joke was awesome!!!

[@angelniki29]

Not the best day for Bateman to make jokes about women being the weaker gender...

[@resplendentwitticism]

angelniki29 it’s a joke...it’s not a blanket statement about women in general

[@foxmolder363]

It’s true tho

[@dirtysaint5324]

oh I knew it would be in the comments section. grow some balls and take a joke, angel

[@Sataru]

"Canadians dont know how to drive". Whats funny is that I have friends who are canadian and even they admitted they couldn't drive XD

[@nickwylde5868]

I love Jason Bateman aka Nick Wilde

[@paulpolpiboon9535]

That guy is always cool

[@BuzzBroz]

He looks younger than season 1. What the?

[@howlongs2416]

Now that we've had David and Jason, can we please get Arnette next so that Stephen can press him for some info on BoJack's season 5? There's been no frigging news!