Last week, the trailer for Aziz Ansari's new religious-inspired comedy, Good Fortune, made its internet debut, and it was surprising in a number of ways. Not only is the trailer filled with an elite cast that features some of Hollywood's biggest stars, but it also marks Aziz Ansari's cinematic directorial debut. Good Fortune signifies a reemergence for the stand-up comedian who's been notably missing from the spotlight for a couple of years now. Here's all the latest news surrounding the upcoming film.
'Good Fortune' Cast, Crew and Synopsis
Good Fortune is written and directed by Aziz Ansari. Ansari is joined on screen by Hollywood A-listers Seth Rogen, Keanu Reeves, Keke Palmer, and Sandra Oh, and appears to give a satirical spin on the concepts of angels and morality. In Good Fortune, Keanu Reeves plays Gabriel, a "budget guardian angel" determined to make a difference in the world. When Gabriel is given the grace to improve the lives of lost souls, he "meddles in the life of a struggling contractor (Aziz Ansari) and a wealthy venture capitalist (Seth Rogen)."
It's nice to see Keanu Reeves return to his comedic roots and play a fun-loving, light-hearted character, a refreshing contrast to his typically intense gun-toting personas. Considering his reputation for playing heroes (and for allegedly being one of the nicest guys you'll ever meet), he's the perfect actor to be cast as a guardian angel (you know, despite the fact that he played DC's occult detective Constantine.)
Aziz Ansari returns from a three year hiatus
It's been a while since we've seen Aziz Ansari on film: the comedian took a visible step back from the spotlight after facing backlash from some controversy in his personal life. The last time he was on screen, the world was still up in arms about vaccines and social distancing. Prior to that, he gave us a comedy special that was more reflective than funny, and it was clear that he was going through some personal struggles as he reevaluated his fame, career, and overall life direction.
With Good Fortune, it seems like Ansari is ready to pick things up where he left off with a seemingly heartfelt story that combines comedy and wisdom: A similar formula that made his Netflix original series A Master of None such a hit among viewers. It will be exciting to see how this time away from fame has impacted his comedic writing style and craft.
Good Fortune premieres in theaters on October 17, 2025