"Can We Talk?" (Joan Rivers biopic)

[K.C.]

Natasha Lyonne confirmed to play Joan.

Daughter Melissa Rivers joining as a producer.

Natasha Lyonne Set to Play Joan Rivers in Biopic ‘Can We Talk?’ — World of Reel

Natasha Lyonne, a five-time Emmy nominee, is set to portray the legendary Joan Rivers in “Can We Talk?,” a biopic currently in development at Sony’s 3000 Pictures.

www.worldofreel.com

 

[K.C.]

I LOVED Joan, but I don't know how much we can expect if her daughter is on the production team. Natasha Lyonne is a good choice though, I think.

 

[K.C.]

Also, I had no idea there was an earlier scrapped idea for it starring Kathryn Hahn!

Joan Rivers bio series starring Kathryn Hahn scrapped by Showtime

“Trailblazer. Adored. Cruel. Diva. Joan Rivers had a life like no other,” the original logline for “The Comeback Girl” had teased.

nypost.com

 

[straightorbroken]

Melissa needs to take a back seat. Otherwise I'm very much here for Natasha.