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'Confess, Fletch' is a 2022 American crime comedy film directed by Greg Mottola, who also co-wrote the screenplay with Zev Borow. Based on Gregory Mcdonald's 1976 novel of the same name, the film stars Jon Hamm, Lorenza Izzo, Marcia Gay Harden, Kyle MacLachlan, Roy Wood Jr. and John Slattery. It is the third installment in the 'Fletch' series, following 'Fletch' (1985) and 'Fletch Lives' (1989), and the first not to star Chevy Chase.

The film was released in a limited theatrical run and on premium video on demand on September 16, 2022, followed by a Showtime premiere on October 28, 2022. 'Confess, Fletch' received generally positive reviews.

Premise



While searching for a stolen art collection, Fletch becomes the suspect in several murders.

Cast



* Jon Hamm as Irwin "Fletch" Fletcher

* Roy Wood Jr. as Detective Monroe

* Ayden Mayeri as Griz

* Lorenza Izzo as Angela

* Kyle MacLachlan as Horan

* Annie Mumolo as Eve

* John Behlmann as Owen

* John Slattery as Frank Jaffe

* Lucy Punch as Tatiana

* Marcia Gay Harden as The Countess

* Erica McDermott as Detective #3

* Eugene Mirman as Yacht Club Security

* Kenneth Kimmins as The Commodore

Production



Following the release of 'Fletch' (1985) and 'Fletch Lives' (1989) starring Chevy Chase, attempts to reboot the series based on the Gregory Mcdonald novels frequently became mired in development hell. Names such as Kevin Smith and Jason Lee, Bill Lawrence and Zach Braff, and Jason Sudeikis have been attached to the property.

In July 2020, it was reported that Jon Hamm would star in and produce an adaptation of the Mcdonald novel 'Confess, Fletch' directed by Greg Mottola. In June 2021, Marcia Gay Harden, Kyle MacLachlan, Roy Wood Jr., and John Slattery joined the cast. Filming began in Boston on June 28, 2021. In July 2021, Ayden Mayeri, Lorenza Izzo, and Annie Mumolo joined the cast. As of July 7, 2021, the film was spotted shooting scenes in Worcester.

Reception



The film has received positive reviews from critics, with particular praise being given to Jon Hamm's comedic performance.

References




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