The Opening Act

The Opening Act is a 2020 American comedy film written and directed by Steve Byrne, in his directorial debut. It stars Jimmy O. Yang, Alex Moffat, Cedric the Entertainer, Neal Brennan, Bill Burr, Whitney Cummings, Jermaine Fowler, Ken Jeong, Russell Peters, and Debby Ryan. It was released on October 16, 2020, by RLJE Films. Premise The film follows Will Chu whose true life passion is to become a stand-up comedian. When he is given the opportunity to emcee a comedy show, opening for his hero, Billy G. he must decide if he wants to continue the life he has set up or pursue his dream, the life of a comedian. Cast Jimmy O. Yang as Will Chu Cedric the Entertainer as Billy G Whitney Cummings as Brooke Ken Jeong as Quinn Debby Ryan as Jen Alex Moffat as Chris Palmer Iliza Shlesinger as Val Neal Brennan as Chip Russell Peters as Randy Bill Burr as Barry Anjelah Johnson as Chrissy Tom Segura as Cop Roy Wood Jr. as Gary Felipe Esparza as Cabbie Steve Jermaine Fowler as Ricky Jackie Tohn as Megan