In 2025, Netflix thrilled audiences with suspense and horror, but comedy remains the ultimate comfort zone. Creating genuine laughs is no small task—it demands sharp timing and authentic delivery. Vince Vaughn, known for Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story
and Wedding Crashers
, has mastered this craft with charm and wit. Now, he is returning to the genre with Nonnas
, Netflix’s latest upcoming comedy film. Vaughn recently opened up and spilled the beans about the project.
In September 2024, Netflix acquired the global distribution rights to the film for a staggering $20 million. Ahead of its premiere, Vince Vaughn has lavishly praised both the film and its exceptional cast, heightening anticipation to an unprecedented level.
Vince Vaughn opens up about the magic behind Nonnas and its star-studded cast
In this week’s Sunday Sitdown with Willie Geist,
Vince Vaughn
opened up about his new Netflix comedy Nonnas
, where he portrays Joe Scaravella. Reflecting on his close bond with his grandmother, Vaughn said the heartfelt script resonated with him. When discussing the impressive cast—Lorraine Bracco, Susan Sarandon, and others—Vaughn praised their talent and chemistry, saying it truly brought the story to life. “It’s art imitating life,”
Vaughn remarked, as the film beautifully honors grandmothers through food, tradition, and love.
Your first look at Vince Vaughn, Susan Sarandon, Talia Shire, Brenda Vaccaro, and Lorraine Bracco in NONNAS. Premiering May 9.
A man risks everything to honor his recently deceased mother by opening an Italian restaurant with a group of local grandmothers as the chefs. Directed… pic.twitter.com/2AijkovMFy
— Netflix (@netflix) April 8, 2025
Nonnas
is inspired by the real-life story of Joe Scaravella, the heart behind Staten Island’s beloved Enoteca Maria, a restaurant where grandmothers from around the world step in as chefs. The rights to Scaravella’s remarkable journey were acquired by Madison Wells and Matador Content, with Liz Maccie crafting the screenplay. This flavorful, heartwarming film is set to hit Netflix on May 9, 2025. While promoting the film, Vaughn also let slip a lesser-known secret about none other than Alfredo James Pacino.
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Vince Vaughn, 55, recently wrapped filming Easy’s Waltz
with the legendary Alfredo James Pacino, 85—and he just revealed a surprising secret about the iconic actor that few ever heard.
Behind the scenes of Easy’s Waltz: Vince Vaughn opens up about Alfredo James Pacino
While promoting Nonnas
on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon
, Vince Vaughn shared a surprising detail about working with Alfredo James Pacino on Easy’s Waltz.
He described Pacino as an easygoing and incredible person, but added a fun twist—his unforgettable scent. Vaughn explained that “He smells like a high end cologne counter in Italy”
, which took Fallon by surprise. The actor also noted that it was not just he who noticed the fragrance—Pacino’s remarkable aroma had made a lasting impression on everyone.
“Al Pacino smells unbelievable!”: @jimmyfallon #FallonTonight pic.twitter.com/V1M1oSRYG4
— Jose Ramon Marquez (@joseramonmarmtz) May 1, 2025
When Jimmy Fallon asked if Vince Vaughn had ever told Al Pacino how amazing he smelled, Vaughn revealed that he had, along with just about everyone else. Pacino, with his signature charm, dodged the question, saying he had to “try to remember,”
and joked about leaving behind a legacy… or at least a legendary scent. However, for comedy lovers looking beyond cologne talk, Netflix has 10 underrated gems
that deserve a spotlight. Vaughn, as always, knows how to celebrate his co-stars, whether they are from Nonnas
or Easy’s Waltz.
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