The Problem with People is a 2023 Irish-set buddy comedy film co-written, produced by and starring Paul Reiser. It is directed by Chris Cottam and is also starring Colm Meaney, Lucianne McEvoy and Jane Levy.
Premise
An American and Irish cousin are asked to heal a family feud as a man's dying wish.[2]
The film is written by Paul Reiser with Wally Marzano-Lesnevich, and directed by Chris Cottam, and was first announced in June 2022.[3]
Reiser is also a producer alongside Max Brady and Cottam. The cinematographers are Richard Kendrick and David Odd. The cast includes Reiser, Colm Meaney, Jane Levy, Lucianne McEvoy and Des Keough.[1][4][5]
Release
The film had its world premiere at the 2023 Austin Film Festival. It is distributed by Quiver Distribution in the United States and had a theatrical release on 4 October 2024.[5] The film was released in Ireland on 8 November 2024.[6]