James Marsden Q&A for ‘Jury Duty’ | SAG-AFTRA Foundation Conversations

James Marsden (‘Hairspray’, ‘X-Men’) shares stories and insight from his performance in ‘Jury Duty’. Moderated by Jenelle Riley, Variety. This interview is part of the SAG-AFTRA Foundation Conversations series, an essential resource for actors, filmmakers and students of discussions with performers, exploring the process and profession of acting. The views expressed in the presentation materials and films, and by the guests and moderators are solely those of the organization and/or individual providing them and do not reflect the opinions of the SAG-AFTRA Foundation, its staff or Board of Directors.
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[@nanettetabuac9651]

James Marsden is the GOAT in Jury Duty and Ronald is too precious. Protect Ronald at all cost.

[@GrantKanigan]

Jury Duty was such a wonderful surprise - and it was absolutely hilarious to boot. So much great work by everyone.

[@ematic75]

The animation scene was GOLD! I laughed so hard it was so unexpected.

[@elisa4120]

Marsden is the perfect blend of charm and humility. So interesting, as well, I could listen to him speak for hours.

[@the-blue-spark]

Behind the scenes show! Behind the scenes show!!! Bring it!!! We'll all watch it!

[@anyuna246]

James Marsden is so talented, handsome and hilarious! So darn underrated though!!

[@maryaliceowen9165]

I agree, but I think the underrated stuff is about to come to an end❣️

[@mikemcf33]

Agree, to tell you the truth, I didnt even know who he was. I’ve probably seen him in stuff but I can’t recall. Im a fan now though

[@andralunar]

There are people whose jobs just fit like a glove for them, Jenelle is one of those people. She's so good at this it doesn't even feel like a job. I love how she just sits back and listens.

[@Ltmotley]

Have always loved James Marsden. He is handsome, talented, funny, kind, versatile and authentic. Could watch him all day because he is so interesting. And, Jury Duty was a fun show to watch - so different. Jenelle Riley is a great interviewer because she does not interrupt, listens well but adds her voice, enthusiasm and humor at the right moments. James Marsden is the best and it was a great interview.

[@CoachStew830]

I've watched a ton of interviews and no one has mentioned the scene with Ross to get him to switch his vote. That was one of the finest moments in 4 hours of gems.

[@conniejohnson3029]

That was hilarious. I binge watched twice and still laughed. We need more of this and better publicity. I found this by accident.

[@marciaanderson5351]

Right! I’m up to 3x binge fest now. So good.

[@MKSouthernStar]

Binged twice already. Such an epic performance by all the actors.

[@managerdeb11111]

Just binged the series. It's brilliant.

[@beckyleonardis6331]

I could listen to James, all day! He's so cute, funny and charming! Loved Jury Duty!

[@TTNBear]

This man ages so well like fine wine ❤

[@efuller3333]

Chock full of great performances, hope Emmy smiles their way, not just for the obv. nominee JM, but for the other talents too.

[@smassey6848]

Oh James, it worked! Brilliant! ❤

[@robertjacques6812]

He gives an all time great performance. Bravo!

[@willzinc6137]

Jenelle is the best and this show was hilarious. Such a great performance by James.

[@bcmnyc4632]

I watched, 4 x and laughed and checked every utube I could find. My kids loves it, but my peer ( 75) didn’t get how funny it was , I sent her this interview maybe she’ll get it.

[@kitchy1914]

Janelle is always excellent and James is great!

[@CLark-yk7oz]

Best and funniest thing ever! 👏🙏✌️

[@bleepbloop9123]

I can’t believe they pulled this off 😂😂😂

[@sexydirrtymoney]

I binged it all in one day! so GOOD!!!!

[@Onestringpuppet]

Same! Just finished it, awesome show! 😁

[@barbaranolan5674]

Janelle, you look amazing! I have always loved your wardrobe and that's my favorite dress!

[@shannmaddox1836]

This was a fantastic interview!

[@dcool2u2]

He's really funny!

[@lucthenerd]

I loved 27 Dresses!!!

[@Flakka-]

Channel feedback: it should be more clear what the acronym SAG-AFTRA means! i skimmed both description and donation thing and still no clue :)

[@ksw4942]

Janelle lost a lot of weight! She was wonderful before and even better now.

[@multixloves3072]

40:55

[@Retroearthling]

I'm very confused. So if all of them stayed in the same hotel sequestered (except marsden) how did they explain to Ronald that he wasn't driving in with all of them? They would go to the hotel TOGETHER in a bus, so why would EVERYONE else not drive in with Ronald in the am? Hmmmmm BIG PLOT hole that hopefully has a logical explanation to.

[@cathylangdon9473]

Watch it

[@Janet_Quillin]

they all had cars except him

[@NatrixHasYou]

They were split into two hotels, and JM was able to stay in his own house with a "bailiff." The people staying in the same hotel as Ronald rode the bus to the courthouse with him in the morning; there's a whole thing with chair pants that starts with one of the other jurors getting into the bus with him in the morning and struggling to sit down in the bus with these chair pants. So, no plot hole at all.

[@gaelgarciabarchive]

they were divided into two different hotels, the people who were not on ronald’s group got to go home and sometimes rehearse stuff before Ronald and his group came