What day and time will 'Paint' release? And everything else you need to know about Owen Wilson's comedy film

'Paint' is a potential comedy masterpiece with Owen Wilson playing Carl, a Bob Ross-inspired character
PUBLISHED MAR 14, 2023
Owen Wilson as Carl Nargle in 'Paint'(IFC Films/ YouTube)
Owen Wilson as Carl Nargle in 'Paint'(IFC Films/ YouTube)

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Bob Ross, a legendary painter and television personality from the 70s, 80s, the 90s, is one of the most loved and respected personalities of all time. With a voice that could even calm down an apocalypse, Bob became a pop-culture phenomenon. His personality and positive attitude made everybody fall in love with his art and his presence so much so, that even in today's age of infinite shows and streaming services, people sought recluse in Bob's PBS show, 'The Joy of Painting' during the Covid-19 pandemic.

Netflix previously made a documentary of the revered painter titled, 'Bob Ross: Happy Accidents, Betrayal & Greed'. So with the upcoming Owen Wilson starrer comedy, 'Paint', director Brit McAdams and the execs at IFC Films took a different approach, telling a completely fictional story using Bob's look and feel to evoke the feeling of warmth and nostalgia amongst the audience. So know everything that has been revealed about 'Paint' from us so you don't miss a single thing. 

RELATED ARTICLES

'Bliss' Explained: What is the real world where Owen Wilson and Salma Hayek's characters exist? Here's the answer

'Bergman Island': 5 things you need to know about film that premiered at Cannes



 

When does 'Paint' release?

After an original release date of April 28, 2023, 'Paint' will now be released sooner than before on April 7, 2023, in theatres. 

How can I watch 'Paint'?

The Owen Wilson starrer 'Paint' can be enjoyed in theatres when it releases in April 2023. However, the film will hit our private screens on AMC+ at a later date. 

Who's acting in 'Paint'?

The cast list of 'Paint' features some of the biggest comedic actors in the industry. In the lead, we have Owen Wilson playing Carl Nargle, the reel-life counterpart of Bob Ross, Michaela Watkins as Katherine, and Ciara Renée as Ambrosia Long. Rounding off the list are Lusia Strus, Lucy Freyer, Evander Duck Jr, Denny Dillon, Will Blagrove, and Ryan Czerwonko.

What is the plot of 'Paint'?

The official synopsis for 'Paint' says, "The film centers on Carl Nargle, who has hosted Vermont's number-one painting show for nearly three decades. While Carl's signature whisper has long kept viewers from Pittsfield to St. Albans breathlessly hanging on his every stroke, the station eventually hires a younger, better painter who steals everything (and everyone) Carl loves."

What is the buzz around 'Paint'? 

The script for 'Paint' was well received on the 2010 Black List survey when it became the most-liked unreleased screenplay, standing alongside 'Argo', 'Jackie', 'The Butler', etc. While you wait for the comedy movie to hit theaters, here's a trailer you can enjoy. 



 

GET THE BIGGEST ENTERTAINMENT STORIES
STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX.

MORE STORIES

Not all Oscar nominees in attendance made a style statement, and one of them was 'Marty Supreme' Timothée Chalamet.
51 minutes ago
A shadowy image surfaces online, seemingly signaling that ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ may be gearing up for its first big reveal
6 hours ago
The new posters feature Florence Pugh as Irulan, Rebecca Ferguson as Lady Jessica, and Zendaya as Chani, among others
8 hours ago
The upcoming film is set to parody horror films like 'Sinners,' 'Annabelle,' 'Get Out,' 'A Quiet Place,' and many others
9 hours ago
The upcoming third installment of 'A Quiet Place' will focus on Evelyn Abbott as she fights for her survival in a post-apocalyptic world
12 hours ago
The 2026 Oscars featured several memorable moments, from the heartfelt In Memoriam tributes to the electrifying performance by Miles Canton.
22 hours ago
Sean Penn was also missing from the recently held BAFTA Awards and the SAG Actors' Awards, and was spotted at the Golden Globes 2026.
23 hours ago
Rob and Michele Reiner were murdered at their LA home in December, and their son Nick Reiner has been charged with two counts of first-degree murder.
1 day ago
The 'Bridesmaids' reunion was one of several sweet reunions at the 98th Academy Awards; others included 'Moulin Rouge,' and 'Avengers.'
1 day ago
‘All the Empty Rooms’ centers on the lives of the families who lost their young children in school shootings.
1 day ago