Bill Burr in talks to join Social Network 2
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Bill Burr is currently in talks to star in The Social Network 2. The comedian, who’s also acted in the likes of Old Dads and The Mandalorian, is reportedly close to being cast in the sequel to 2010’s The Social Network.
The stand-up might join Jeremy Strong, Jeremy Allen White, and Mikey Madison in Aaron Sorkin's follow-up to his 2010 Oscar winner.
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One detail has already caught attention: comedian Bill Burr is in talks to join the cast. His role is described as fictional or composite, unlike the other characters based on real people, which places him in a unique position within the story and suggests the film may use him as a way to expand beyond direct portrayals.
The Social Network Part II rounds out its cast with the addition of an Emmy-nominated comedian known for their roles in Breaking Bad and Star Wars.
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