Doug Ellin (2015)

• full of cameos
• incredible writing
• perfect casting
• short and to the point

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Hi Doug,
Thanks for doing this AMA – I’m a big fan of Entourage!

I’ve often heard that Entourage as described as “Sex and the City for guys” do you take offense to this description or as a compliment?

Are you a fan of the HBO series “Game of Thrones” and if so who’s your favorite character?

Finally what is the funniest incident you recall dealing with Ari Emanuel (who was the inspiration for Ari Gold)?

Thanks Doug!

Can you give a high five to Scott Vener for me? His music selection was incredible for the show.

I met Ari Gold (in character at the Barnes and Noble in NYC) and told him that the character inspired me to be doing what I'm doing and how I'm where I am because of the show (I'm a lawyer working in the entertainment business) and he shattered my life by saying that it's fake and making me feel like an idiot.

I ask you this, Doug, am I an idiot?

Hi Doug,

Big fan of the show and looking forward to the movie! My one question is are Ari Gold's lines mostly written for him or does Jeremy Piven improv a lot (most?) of his now classic lines?

Thanks!

Hi Doug,
I'm so excited about the upcoming Entourage movie!

I have two questions: 1) What made you give E and Sloan the happy ending at the end of the series? 2) How was it hanging with some of the Warriors for the movie screening you did not too long ago?
Thank you for doing this AMA!

Who are guest stars you really wanted on the show or in the movie but couldn't get them?

Would Mark Wahlberg play me 1 on 1 in basketball? Not going to lie, he'd lose

Hey Doug, would you ever consider making a spin off of Entourage? Maybe about Billy Walsh??

how did Turtle get the nickname Turtle?

Hey Doug, Love Entourage. I was wondering, How is Mark Walberg in person? Any stories from him as a producer?

Have you eaten at Fat Sals?

How did getting Eminem on the show happen?

Did you have any influence in the Nike Entourage shoes? Like the Air force 1's and SB Dunks?

What is your story about those?

Hey Doug, big fan of yours.

Any advice for a group of guys trying to make their own TV show?

Hi Doug, awesome of you doing this AmA :)!
On many occasion, we could hear about 3 Entourage movies! So is there going to be 2 others movies no matter what or everything will lean on the success of this movie ?

How did you come up with the idea of entourage, or when was the first time you approached Mark with idea and what was his first reaction to it?

Doug,

I love Johnny Drama. In a strange way, as much of a buffoon as he is, he's a kind of role model to me. Did you (and company) intend to give him this depth? Is he based on anybody you can mention?

1) Who was the most difficult cameo to schedule (movie or show)?
2) Did anyone on the team try to get Adrian the Aquaman part in the new Batman movies? Because that's my one and only Aquaman.
3) Fuck the squirrel.

Who is Dramas character based off? Is he truly that hilarious?

Can I come to the premiere? Entourage was a big part of my growing up and holds a special meaning to me and at what was a tumultuous time in life (highschool)

Is there any chance we might see a similar thing to Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul, in that Ari Gold has his own spin off show?

How much of Drama's awesome one liners are improvised and how much of them are actually based off the script?

What's your favorite Entourage episode?

Doug, the New York Rangers getting a W tonight? LGR!

What tv show are you going to produce next?

Favorite porn star?

Hey Doug, UW Badger here and a huge fan. I almost got a chance to skype with you a couple years back through UW Hollywood Badgers, but it was cancelled last minute.

Anyway, my question is that I've been dying to ask: What words of advice would you give to a fellow filmmaker and actor who is just getting started out in LA? Start making shorts and hope someone notices? Any key advice for writing riveting material? Thanks!

Hi Doug,

I had a chance to see the movie on Wednesday for an Advanced Screening and loved it! I'll be seeing it again opening weekend.

Without giving anything away, do you plan on continuing the story in any way? The movie felt like a rejuvenation.

What inspired you to direct this movie rather than just producing and writing?

Hey Doug,

You're the man...you inspired me to want to get into the business.

As only a 2nd year college student, what advice can you give me to get my foot in the door and gain some experience?

Hi Doug, who was your favorite guest star cameo on Entourage, and why?

What was the driving factor to create the movie after the show ended?

Favorite film location for the movie coming out?

Hey Doug Ellin! I'm a huge fan! What's your favourite Johnny Drama moment?

What's a fun hobby of your's?

Hi Doug, I love Entourage and I'm stoked for the movie!

One thing I noticed when I went back and watched the show again. At the end of the episode "I Love You Too" the boys see U2 live. And you can be seen standing next to them. This brings up a continuity error, since on the show you play a role in casting Drama, on multiple occasions. Since Drama hates your character, it's funny that you both end up standing next to each other at the U2 concert. Did you ever notice this?

I always found that quite interesting. Regardless, love the show!

I was so happy when I realized you played the Director that Drama hated… Any reason why you wanted to play that specific role (other than the obvious Director / Director reasoning)?

Hey!

Big fan of the show. A bunch of my friends are going to go see it when it hits theaters.

Is there any chance of another Entourage movie coming out if this turns out well? Or maybe a spin-off?

Edit: Oh yeah, any chance I could be a background character in the next movie if it happens? Maybe raking some leaves or a crazy homeless guy like in The Other Guys? Can't hurt to ask.

Were there any celebrities that approached you to appear on the show, but you just couldn't make it work?

Hi Doug! You changed my life when I was deployed and bought a bootleg of Entourage in Afghanistan back in 2006. I haven't looked back since and moved to Burbank to become a writer. Thank you for everything. Would you ever work on a show that would have kind of the same premise as Entourage, or do you always expand your horizons with different types of plots/stories?