Arrested Development Movie Coming in 2010 - The Cast - Where Are They Now? at The Insider

Arrested Development was quite possibly the most unappreciated TV show ever. It was critically acclaimed, well written, well acted, original and most importantly hysterical. Only lasting three seasons, the show has a loyal following and has added new fans with DVDs and downloads. In the last scene of the canceled TV series, executive producer and narrator Ron Howard is pitched with an idea for a show about the Bluth family. His reply: “I don’t see it as a series. Maybe a movie.” A movie indeed…scheduled for release next year, the Arrested Development movie is currently in production. The entire cast has signed on to this project. Here’s a look at what they’ve all been up to since the series ended in 2006.

Jeffrey Tambor a.k.a. George Bluth has been acting for almost 40 years. It’s no surprise that he has kept busy, having worked on 18 tv/movie projects since the end of the series. Most and least notable achievements include feature films The Chubbchubbs Save Christmas where he played Santa, Hellboy II-The Golden Army, Monsters vs. Aliens; TV guest appearances on New Adventures of Old Christine, CSI and Law and Order. He also subsequently starred in three failed sit-coms: WordGirl, Welcome to the Captain, and most recently 20 Good Years with fellow veteran actor John Lithgow. Look for him in five more movies this year, before he reprises his role as George Bluth in the Arrested Development movie in 2010.

Jessica Walter a.k.a. Lucille Bluth has also been busy since Arrested Development’s demise. This Brooklyn native had a role in the 2006 film Unaccompanied Minors, guest spots on Law and Order, and Saving Grace. She can currently be seen every Tuesday night as the wealthy alcoholic ex-actress grandmother on the very popular 90210 remake. She was nominated for a golden globe in Play Misty for Me with Clint Eastwood in 1971.

Jason Bateman a.k.a. Michael Bluth is one of the hardest working actors in Hollywood, having been on the small screen since the age of 10. Perhaps most fondly remembered from his childhood roles on sitcoms Silver Spoons and Valerie, and his not so memorable movie Teen Wolf Too. Bateman’s most recent movie roles include The Break Up, Smokin’ Aces, Juno, Forgetting Sara Marshall, and Han. Look for him in four more feature films this year. In 2010, see him star with Jennifer Aniston in The Baster, and of course the Arrested Development feature film.

Will Arnett a.k.a. George Oscar “Gob” Bluth has worked on several films since 2006 including Ice Age II, RV, Blades of Glory, Semi Pro, and Monsters vs. Aliens. He also had guest spots on 30 Rock, King of the Hill, and Sesame Street (where he played none other than Max the Magician). He can be seen in four more films this year, and has another four (including Arrested Development) due out in 2010. All this while also playing the role of supportive husband to Amy Poehler, and father to their new baby Archie Arnett, born on October 25, 2008.

David Cross a.k.a. Tobias Fünke. Since the end of the series, our favorite “never nude” had roles in films Curious George, She’s the Man, Alvin & the Chipmunks, and Kung Fu Panda. TV guest spots include Law and Order, Family Guy and The Colbert Report. Some will say that his HBO cult classic sketch show Mr. Show with Bob and David is even funnier that Arrested Development. Three more films due out this year including what is sure to be a smash hit: Alvin & the Chipmunks-The Squeakquel. You may also find him on the arm of his 25 year old girlfriend Amber Tamblyn, who is the star of the new TV Drama The Unusuals and is probably best known for her roles on General Hospital, Joan of Arcadia and as one of the four teens in the film Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants.

Portia De Rossi (born Amanda Lee Rogers) a.k.a. Lindsay Bluth Fünke has remained on the small screen since Arrested Development, acting on ten episodes of Nip/Tuck, and now starring in the new sit-com Better off Ted. The Aussie first gained notice on Ally McBeal. She is also the longtime partner of Ellen Degeneres.

Tony Hale a.k.a. Byron “Buster” Bluth. Buster sure has gotten good at blending into the scenery because after I ran down his recent list of credits, I can honestly say that I don’t recall seeing him in the majority of these popular productions. Have you seen him in Stranger than Fiction, Because I Said So, Samantha Who, ER, or the United? Currently, he has a recurring role on the TV series Chuck, and look hard for him in six feature films set for release this year before he reprises his role as America’s favorite Mama’s Boy in the 2010 Arrested Development movie.

Michael Cera a.k.a. George Michael Bluth. His role on Arrested Development paved the way for this 21 year old’s rise to stardom and boy has he risen. Reportedly, he was the hold out for the movie version, and was the last to sign on to the project. Since the series ended, we have seen Michael Cera in blockbusters like Superbad, Juno, Nick & Nora’s Infinite Playlist, and Extreme Movie. Three more films still set to be released this year before he reprises his role as the awkward cousin-loving frozen banana salesman George Michael Bluth.

Alia Shawkat a.k.a. Mae “Maeby” Fünke. Maeby Alia will have better luck with her career after the Arrested Development movie? A successful child star, Alia has been on TV since age 11, however since Arrested Development was cancelled, she hasn’t been quite as busy as her co-stars. She’s done a guest spot on Veronica Mars, and appeared on three episodes of The Starter Wife (which was also cancelled). All is not lost though-look for her in three movies due out this year and then in 2010 when she reprises her role as the mischievous attention seeking love interest of her cousin in the Arrested Development movie.

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