Will Ron Howard Return in 'The Studio' Season 2? The Director Gives an Honest Answer
Remember the episode where Ron Howard made fun of Matt Remick because of A Beautiful Mind? It was one of the best cameos by the director ever. Here's what he thinks about returning in Season 2 of The Studio.
The first season of The Studio is finished, and if you love movies more than your own family, this show will speak to you on a spiritual level. The stronger your love for cinema is, the more you will feel as if you and the creators of The Studio speak the same language.
The show is filled with references, Easter eggs, and cameos of famous actors and directors, and one of the most notable appearances was Ron Howard's.
Ron Howard Would Return to 'The Studio' Season 2 "in a Heartbeat" if Asked
Now that The Studio has been renewed for a second season, fans are wondering if Ron Howard will return in Matt Ramick's future absurd adventures.
In an interview with People, the director gave an honest answer to this question:
“If I could make room in my schedule, and I were asked, I'd be there in a heartbeat for these guys. They were hilarious and fun to be with.”
Ron Howard also added that playing a mean version of himself was "cathartic":
“It was a blast because every actor wants to play a jerk. It's just more fun. Even if the jerk is inspired by you, it's still a character, and it's very cathartic. [...] Because I would never say or do those things. But I wouldn't say that the notions haven't occasionally rumbled through the back of my brain.”
Ron Howard's answer makes perfect sense – The Studio is like the wildest, most chaotic party you've ever been to, except instead of drunk college students, it's a bunch of Oscar winners and A-listers celebrating cinema. It's not Hollywood – it's film buff paradise.
Ron Howard Loves Making Cameo Appearances as Himself in Movies and Shows
The director of A Beautiful Mind is a former actor who loves appearing as himself in various projects.
He could be seen in the mockumentary comedies Welcome to Hollywood and The Independent, the series This is Us, Only Murders in the Building, and, of course, The Simpsons.
'The Studio' Season 2 Release Date
Filming for The Studio took place from March to October of 2024. However, work on the project began in 2022, as a production involving so many A-list cameos requires extensive planning.
Therefore, it is reasonable to assume that the second season of The Studio will be released in late 2026 or early 2027.
Where to Watch 'The Studio'?
The Studio is available to stream on Apple TV+.
