Vince Vaughn discusses his thoughts on the decline of R-rated comedies that made him famous.
During his appearance on Sean Evans’ “Hot Ones,” Vaughn suggested that Hollywood executives tend to “overthink” the creation of comedic films like “Wedding Crashers” or “Swingers” in 2024.
“They [execs] just overthink it,” Vaughn remarked during the show. “It’s like, it’s absurd, you get these rules that are almost like geometry, saying 87 degrees is a right angle when it should actually be 90 degrees, throwing off all your answers.”
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Vince Vaughn believes that the R-rated comedies of the past are no longer produced because Hollywood executives tend to “overthink” things. (Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)
“There became some notion or belief that insisted you ‘must have an IP.’
He elaborated that the concept of “IP,” or intellectual property, in films has changed since his early days in Hollywood. Vaughn referenced his 2003 movie, “Old School,” as a prime example of relatable content.
Will Ferrell, Luke Wilson, and Vince Vaughn shared the screen in the 2003 film “Old School,” directed by Todd Phillips. (Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic, Inc)
The film also featured Will Ferrell and Luke Wilson, with the trio forming a college fraternity as adults.
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“The individuals making decisions are more concerned about keeping their jobs than producing something exceptional; they tend to adhere strictly to a set of guidelines that really don’t resonate,” he explained.
“The individuals in charge are more inclined to avoid getting fired than to create something truly remarkable.”
“But as long as they stick to these norms, they won’t get dismissed because they can always justify their project, saying, ‘I directed a movie based on the board game ‘Payday;’ therefore you can’t let me go, right?'” Vaughn added.
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Despite the absence of films reminiscent of those from Vince Vaughn’s late ’90s and early 2000s era, he remains optimistic about future productions.
Vince Vaughn is optimistic about a resurgence in R-rated comedy films. (Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic)
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“People crave laughter. They want content that feels a bit risky or boundary-pushing,” Vaughn stated. “I anticipate we will see more of this type of film in the near future.”
