Barry Season 4, the show's final entry, is currently airing weekly on Sundays, with Hader directing all eight episodes.
Hader recently spoke with The Hollywood Reporter regarding his future plans now that Barry is drawing to a close. He noted that he already has some ideas for movies in the works, and has already written something with Barry writer and co-producer Duffy Boudreau. Read on for the full quote:
I would do a feature, for sure. Duffy Boudreau and I have written something but there’s also things that I’ve done, there’s two other ideas that I’m knocking around. I’m just looking forward to taking a little vacation and then kind of being in sponge mode — read, watch some stuff. I haven’t had the space in my head to do it. We did seasons three and four back-to-back so it’s pretty wild.
Barry Showcases Bill Hader's Talent As A Director
Barry has produced 32 episodes in total, 18 of which are directed by Hader. The SNL veteran has proved to be a surprising talent in the director's chair, with a distinctly confident surrealist style that has earned him plenty of award recognition, including Emmy nominations. Though he has won two Emmys for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series for his portrayal of Barry Berkman, the Outstanding Directing Emmy has evaded him. Many are hoping that season four will finally earn him the elusive award.
Now, Hader wants to transfer his directing chops to the big screen, though not before a well-deserved vacation after extensive work on Barry. Television can be a hugely demanding medium, and the fact that Hader has occupied so many production roles means he has certainly been working overtime to bring it to life. On top of this, it is almost unheard of for an entire season of television to be directed by just one person, especially when they happen to be the lead actor.
Not much is currently known about Hader's projects, but his surrealist, deadpan style evident in Barry may allow a sneak peek into the type of movies he may go on to direct. His directorial career could potentially resemble the trajectory of another well-known comedian-turned-director, Jordan Peele. Having been noted for comedic roles, including his work alongside frequent collaborator Keegan-Michael Key, Peele made waves in 2018 with his incredible debut, Get Out, and has since honed his surrealist style with follow-ups Us and Nope. This was a huge surprise to audiences who weren't expecting such visceral material from a comedian. Bill Hader may well follow in Peele's footsteps once he makes the move from television.
Source: THR
