Paul Walter Hauser on Playing Richard Jewell

Paul talks about getting his start in acting, playing hero under siege Richard Jewell in his new film, and reveals what it was like working with Clint Eastwood.
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Paul Walter Hauser on Playing Richard Jewell
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[@SenorZorrozzz]

The media hates this film because it exposes them! This is a terrific movie. See it! Richard Jewel was a HERO!

[@sunnylilme]

@AS B baha. Spot on. Are you sure it's not some grandiose global conspiracy against a security guard in Georgian?

[@f-luva-luva]

Agree! Just saw it this weekend. Great movie. He did a phenomenal job in that film.

[@PatrickFisackerly]

It has a 74% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes, ya weirdo.

[@Lona90Bs]

@@PatrickFisackerly It has a 96% audience score on rotten tomatoes too.

[@eyeslike27]

He should win an Oscar. His performance was incredible

[@thangvicouture89]

Watched this movie today and I cried like a baby. He’s an amazing actor.

[@rosm5114]

Just saw it tonight and I cried too 😢

[@philorg1]

I pray that anyone that believes the lies of the Democrats and FBI/Media about Russian/Ukranian collusion today see this movie.

[@dell5862]

@@philorg1 - Great post, just shows you what the FBI, CIA are capable of doing whatever they decide to do.

[@philorg1]

@@dell5862 Yes Dell. They even think they can pick our Presidents for us.

[@tommyboit9494]

Hell ya he is! I was floored how amazing he was! Way under-rated

[@danielstack4158]

This guy is actually excited to be a guest on a big talk show like this, refreshing.

[@Dazzleteats]

Criminally underrated ...he deserves an oscar but wont get one.

[@theirishbrigade8986]

Robert Mitchum, never won an oscar. Have you ever seen, the Sundowners?

[@wulyf4lyf]

He really is phenomenal, and gave a performance that I felt was as good as Joaquin Phoenix and Adam Driver this year. Totally different type of role, but his more subdued, layered performance was incredible.

[@SN2903]

I agree. Film isn't getting the recognition cause of media bias.

[@f-luva-luva]

Agree he deserves accolades for this film. I thought both he, Sam Rockwell, and Olivia Wilde were the standouts in this film.

[@tellmesomething2412]

Extremely underrated.

[@roxyfoxyyy7]

So glad this story is being told! What happened to Richard Jewell was so horrible.

[@jcdc1824]

He seems perfectly cast and he was great in "I, Tonya".

[@triplecheesemac]

@Tony Montana at first they made him out to be a hero which he was.

[@cccCCCccc123ccc]

And people want to believe the FBI with the whole Russia gate hoax

[@cindysue5474]

@Mohd Amerul Aidil Thats fake news for you this is one of its staring points.

[@sydjonah9556]

Jimmy still is a anti trump sheep ?

[@hessu275]

Interesting to see him in a leading role. He's great in I, Tonya and Blackkklansman

[@jcdc1824]

100%. He's a pretty funny dude, as well.

[@ajpat9620]

Next, he'll be playing Horace in the 101 Dalmatians spinoff titled Cruella, opposite Emma Stone as Cruella De Vil. That spinoff will be released in 2021.

[@lll5610]

Jon Hamm Jewel ?💎

[@majoraccident13]

He was good in Kingdom too.

[@tyso921]

Sting ray

[@raulcitraro]

Paul Walter Hauser did a great job on the role of Richard Jewell. I am glad this American tragedy was brought back to awareness.

[@infinite8382]

ruby ridge next?

[@marilynhigginbotham1429]

I agree 💯 👍

[@raulcitraro]

@@marilynhigginbotham1429 Jay LENO called him a "unaduffus".... Jay Leno is a F**KING IDIOT; I despise that asshole! Jay Leno was never funny, but a dumbass!!

[@flightofthebumblebee9529]

I agree. Great film. Very selfless move on Eastwood's part by making it. The Netflix series Waco shows the FBI culpability in the Waco Texas tragedy too.

[@raulcitraro]

@@flightofthebumblebee9529 We should bring back this American tragedy to awareness... the FBI, the media, NBC, and last but not least, JAY LENO owe a HUGE apology to the Jewell family!

[@bearnecessity3728]

Saw the movie yesterday. It is really good. Go see it. RIP Richard Jewell. A real hero. He saved a lot of people.

[@jackcarson4570]

I saw it too - it guilted the Hello out of me because I was one of those persons who demonized him.

[@flightofthebumblebee9529]

He probably saved at least a few dozen people likely even more. The man is a hero and deserves to be remembered as such in our history which is NEVER written by the MSM.

[@drlazlo76]

Amazing actor. Just watched Richard Jewell. Imagine how intimidating it would be to be in the same room with Cathy Bates, Sam Rockwell and Clint Eastwood. Dude was amazing.

[@sahityabk]

I feel this guy is gonna become a superstar

[@brianeduardo1234]

Sahitya K I hope so - he is very good

[@PrankYankers100]

He's the most interesting I've seen since Philip Seymour Hoffman.

[@sexyrussianlifter]

He was amazing in Kingdom on Netflix

[@PrankYankers100]

@@sexyrussianlifter say more. Is that a series?

[@legalvampire8136]

For his acting in Richard Jewell he may deserve to become a superstar, but superstardom depends on a lot more than just acting ability. With all respect to Halle Berry, she did not become famous for exceptional acting ability.

[@veronicadrake9266]

i was in this movie and this guy is one of the nicest guys ever

[@timunknown6724]

@Jason Smiley she was the bomb

[@joeyreyes2995]

Tim Unknown WTH. Hahahaha.

[@markyncole]

@@timunknown6724 Good one. Thanks you for the laugh.

[@om2567]

@@timunknown6724 hahaha

[@marilynhigginbotham1429]

I doubt she was in this movie if so why not answer a simple question or tell more about him than he's a nice guy.

[@kostar500]

Guys, his acting in this movie is out of this world... bravo!

[@marilynhigginbotham1429]

I agree 💯 love him just hate what happened Richard Jewell he never got over the trama of what he was accused of.

[@Johnwestcomedy]

So happy for Paul! I met him once in Chicago, but knew he was destined for success. Can't wait to see this film and the many more to come from this guy. So cool, keep it up Paul!

[@ChanelGloe]

John West he went to my college 😭

[@7n154]

So talented. His new upcoming tv show is 'Black Bird'. He gets really sinister.

[@Steelhorsecowboy]

He was great in Richard Jewell. I saw it on opening day.

[@lewiscarter1229]

Discovered this guy in Kingdom, i’m glad he’s making it in Hollywood.

[@Stehako]

Charismatic and well-spoken. Congrats on the new big (and well-made) film!

[@dell5862]

He played Richard Jewell perfectly.

[@aijazali455]

Dell yes he did great job .

[@joeomalley2835]

I agree.

[@mangarda]

Just saw this movie today and I had to look this guy up. He was so good! I really enjoyed him in I, Tonya too.

[@mowler8042]

I'm a big fan of Paul after watching this...funny smart guy.

[@FlexTuneMusic]

his British accent is Cruella is convincing

[@arielperetz7210]

I really thought that he was British that's how good his accent in the movie was...

[@-C.S.R]

This guy was the best part of the Tonya Harding movie!

[@brianeduardo1234]

C.S.R I don’t remember him in that - who did he play?

[@kirstenmccluskey4445]

Brian Eduardo Shane Edkart

[@PrankYankers100]

Stole the show!!!

[@summerparadiso7130]

Don't be fool, people. This guy is Christian Bale.

[@amberbailey8241]

just 200 pounds heavier

[@kapoorvarun909]

😅😅

[@Mysterio1412]

No he is STINGRAY!!

[@Scorch428]

you mean he beats his wife?

[@ZitiPatrol]

@@amberbailey8241 Be humble, he was heavier and is losing a lot

[@jvngwrld]

he's such a good actor!!

[@caneface87]

He was a Juggalo in high school and his only friend was the high school Janitor who co-owns a bar in Philadelphia... glad he is doing better!

[@jamesweber4390]

Never would have recognized it wowza

[@roywhiteo5]

Thats the same guy????

[@theunderdogfavorite1341]

Sunny! Haha legendary

[@BlackHowl1]

His name was Richard in that too!

[@holtblvd]

THAT'S where I recognized him from!

[@perriello66]

This dude as Keith in Kingdom is utterly hilarious

[@mikemurphy8580]

Oh damn Keith. Lol he plays the great loner role, but I do not like the American media.

[@davidmacgown321]

Wow! Just saw his performance in Black Bird and it's phenomenal! I didn't know he's from Saginaw! I am as well.

[@pah3108]

What a stand up guy. Paul Walter Hauser has received great reviews for this role. He is incredibly easy to interview and down to earth. What an asset to Hollywood.

[@NewMessage]

I'd just feel more nervous if Clint Eastwood tried to put me at ease.

[@coolkid7151]

One of the best performances of the year in Richard jewell

[@AngelQuiroz]

He’s so different from his character. What a talented actor

[@aghiff]

This guy is one amazing actor. Pure talent.

[@zyzzyvacation]

Most unexpectedly fun personality. I hope he does SNL soon. Reminds me a little of John Belushi but without the over-powdered nose 🥴

[@kathymyers7279]

Wired Weird reminded me of John Candy.

[@glenbard657]

Best movie of 2019. I've seen it twice. If someone like Jimmy Kimmel, who is my polar opposite politically, can like the movie too, you know it's good.

[@num1huskerfan1]

Wasn’t meant for conservatives only or anything. I don’t see why he wouldn’t enjoy good storytelling.

[@toddgolling5760]

@@num1huskerfan1 True, but the movie was about a man whom was eviscerated by the blood-hungry media. Who, by the by, happen to be liberal as hell

[@ReddieBeaty]

@@num1huskerfan1 I know a reporter, asked him about this, he doesn't like the way the reporters abused their power here. Don't make this about political affiliation. Everyone should be in favor of an honest media, and that includes conservatives. Partisan news is a pox. But this reporter has gotten threats, even as a non political reporter, because many, mostly conservative people, are against the news. Reporting doesnt pay well. Most that do it do it in hopes of educating people on that which powerful people want hidden, or what should be known

[@marilynhigginbotham1429]

It was my favorite aswell 👍

[@andremccree8937]

why i think he didnt get nominated is he was so good no one realized he was acting.

[@cwmiller2006]

He seems like a really good guy, very easy going. Good luck Paul !!

[@SN2903]

One of the best movies of the year. May be my favorite. Him, Sam Rockwell, Kathy and Clint deserve nominations.

[@marilynhigginbotham1429]

I agree 💯 hands down the very best.

[@suestone6156]

PLEASE MAKE MORE MOVIES! I LOVE THIS GUY! PAUL WALTER IS REAL!

[@ust7243]

Great movie, sad what happened to a man’s life, he never recovered from what happened to him.

[@DoctorXander]

Spotted him as a background extra on an episode of Community I was watching today. Ten years later and he's starring in a big budget production filled with screen legends.

[@GurdeepSingh-ir2de]

Everybody: Paul Me: Stingray!

[@lar9299]

When I saw him on Cruella, I could have sworn he was British. Quite a shock to know he is American. Amazing accent and great actor!

[@PrankYankers100]

I'll go see any movie this guy is in! He's my new favorite actor!

[@sheepdogultra1573]

Wasn't sure if I liked Paul for awhile, but I adore him now. I actually look forward to see what he's going to be in next. So talented. He was so fun in Cruella. ✝

[@JabberwockyJabs]

Got to talk with him on the set of cobra Kai. He was the only actor to talk with us extras and actually make us feel like humans haha

[@amanijones6065]

Wait so the main star actors didn’t talk to you guys

[@JabberwockyJabs]

@@amanijones6065 No

[@Lawsonsworld17]

Such a good movie and a story I didn’t even know about. Glad it was told

[@kellywilliamson2187]

This dude knocked it out of the park, devastatingly authentic and honest portrayal of Richard Jewell - it will move you.

[@katelinmarie5360]

Saw it yesterday, awesome performance. He's the best thing in it.

[@kenshook]

He was phenomenal in Kingdom as well. For those who haven't seen the series, you're missing out! Frank Grillo, Jonathan Tucker and Matt Lauria..mind blowing performances.

[@ioannalsp3963]

He is one of the best actors ive see! In Richard Jewll filf, his performance was UNFORGETTABLE!

[@denisespurlock7869]

Great job Paul. I will always remember this movie and your wonderful work in telling this tragic story. God Bless you and all involved in this movie.

[@iamskippy]

*PAUL* is one of the most gifted actors of this up and coming generation. _He was destined to be famous!_ *PLUS* on a personal note *I LOVE HIS OPENNESS WITH HIS CHRISTIANITY.*

[@awonddy]

He was amazing in the tv series (Kingdom 2014)

[@anandnilmadhub6557]

its a wonderful movie .amazing acting n fantastic direction!

[@marilynhigginbotham1429]

He is one awesome actor, he played the part of Richard Jewell so good that he actually had me fooled for a while even though I knew different, but the movie brought me tears, and Kathy Bates is one of my favorite actors I just love her. RIP Richard 🙏

[@brendancolliander4438]

Paul Walter is an amazing actor

[@ayumis5452]

He nailed the role as Richard Jewell! I was surprised at him being THAT good actor! I mean I found his acting in I, Tonya and Blankkklanskan pretty good as well but...man, I didn't expect this. Definitely oscar-worthy.

[@legalvampire8136]

Does he specialise in playing characters who are not particularly bright?

[@ASalv188]

Just watched the film and had to look him up some more... This guy is a super talented actor, I'd say 5-10 minutes in I was already so impressed and then throughout the film, he's incredible. How he delivers dialogue but also his body language, he's so seamless and such a natural infront of the camera, tiny little gestures and mannerisms help immerse the viewers in the character and he really stole the show that boasted a tremendous supporting cast!

[@edmundkemp2280]

An awesome actor. Looking forward to his stuff to come.

[@madeleinebelle2105]

Yep ... Mrs Jewell was as amazed as me...both Paul and Richard were nearly identical...watching the 60minutes interview I kept thinking did this man play himself? Thank you Clint Eastwood and all involved in this film.

[@joewhitehead3]

This guy totally nailed it as Jewell!

[@g3ngar04]

I love Paul, truly awesome guy and so down to earth. I hope he has an amazing 2020 full of new opportunities.

[@jerryrn5571]

Great performance and unbelievably true story Richard Jewel. I teared up and cheered throughout the movie.

[@StarshipSophie22]

he did an amazing job in the movie, i literally sobbed like a baby

[@kitawimwakitele]

Watched this movie yesterday for the first time and I fell in love with this guy and his acting. Brilliant movie and person

[@HollyHargreaves]

He's SO good in this film.

[@ronniechilds2002]

Sad story, great movie. This guy NAILED the real Richard Jewell. I watched Jewell's 60 Minutes interview right after seeing the movie and you can just barely tell them apart. This almost never happens in movies, but he actually nailed a southern accent, at least to my Virginia ears, and he's from Michigan, for crying out loud. Very impressive.

[@markyncole]

I watched it last night and this guy nailed it,he should have gotten,at the very least,an Academy Award nomination for it.Awesome movie.

[@CommunityFan067]

Still love him on NBC's Community season 2 episode 5.

[@seancollins6524]

Fantastic actor. Looking in from Ireland 🇮🇪

[@RivalStudiosSnO]

just saw the movie! can't believe it didn't get more oscar buzz - amazing true story!

[@1neOfN0ne]

My favorite actor right now. He's amazing in everything I've seen him in

[@AmazingDOR]

Love this guy. Loved him in Kingdom, loved him in Tonya Harding movie and loved him in Richard Jewell...Paul is really cool

[@greenskeletons1896]

Shout out. Saginaw, MI The Holland House east side!!

[@wheelmanstan]

this guy plays that kind of character so well, rockwell has his specialty too-the way he..well I can't explain it

[@brunolobo7977]

I have just seen the movie. It is touchi g in more than one way. Hauser is brilliant! The actress who played his mother too. I am so sad at the fact Richard is no more here to see the issue brought back and his becoming a success and hailed as a hero in the end. So sad he died so young. It is hard to believe the real story endong that way, leaving his mother alone. How tender was the love between them...! 😪😔😔

[@DiLeggeBrothers]

I was watching that movie The Recruit, with AL Pacion and Collin Ferril and notice when Collin Ferril is watching TV there is a quick 90s workout commercial with Jimmy Kimal in it

[@zerodark2339]

Richard Jewell you a hero in the world

[@frankbrenner4852]

He's great ... listen to his WTF Podcast interview with Marc Maron. Great talk.

[@scottbennici4689]

He was also great on The Big Picture podcast with Sean Fennessey

[@PrankYankers100]

Oooh thanks!!!

[@jessica1733]

I love this actor, this was a good interview

[@alejandroalartiz9451]

I want to see this guy in more movies.

[@drycleanonly]

Love this dude

[@blossom_n_gin]

such a good interview!

[@CoolPandaTheMovieNerd]

Such a lovely guy

[@beast5080]

Awesome to see this guy make it. Even better that he's my pastors brother!

[@ethanbanta4714]

Really! That is cool.

[@kirstenmccluskey4445]

Does that happen to be pastor Matt!? I spent the greatest years of my life with Paul’s siblings In college. FANTASTIC FAMILY! So proud

[@stephanieard4073]

Yay Paul!! Love when the good guys get ahead! :)

[@brendanlittle2498]

“I was looking for bombs in the office” hilarious

[@allhailamaan]

I was in the audience 💯💯

[@44TheHobo]

Great movie the guy really can act and the casting was perfect

[@frankschwarz408]

Watching season two of kingdom and had to look this guy up. His acting is top notch!

[@TheTatermeister]

Give this dude an oscar

[@mikewilliams7985]

Brilliant actor, great guest. Should have been nominated twice now for an Oscar.

[@Kamibandit]

“I was lookin for bombs in the office” caught me off guard lmao

[@brendanlittle2498]

Paul Walter Hauser is a fantastic actor. In I, Tonya he was great and he is incredible in Richard Jewell. Expect him to be around for a long time in movies

[@benjaminhertzog5951]

He is so great at being interviewed.

[@SundevilRoadrunner]

“Just so you know, I’m not homosexual” 😂😂😂😂😂

[@bavindrasawh2272]

lawrence saw it Saturday that was funny line good movie it’s good

[@brendanlittle2498]

Hilarious line. Criminally under seen movie

[@60vmedina]

What a great movie with such an amazing actor. He was AWESOME!

[@charted8015]

i cried too. for him and his mama.

[@tiffanywu8344]

Saw this movie last night. Loved him and Sam Rockwell. Excellent movie!

[@jahongirmirzayev2138]

He is not just good actor he is good man.

[@flavahoove]

Paul Walter Hauser is the best! Buying my tix now!

[@ShEDDiNgmYSkiN]

I watched it and only knew him as Stingray from Cobra Kai. His acting blew me away and the movie is phenomenal. The man is a seriously good actor and I hope to see him acting in more good movies to come.