SYNOPSIS

Good Fortune is a sharp, modern comedy written and directed by Aziz Ansari, marking his first feature-length narrative film as a director. The film follows Arj (Ansari), whose life unravels after a bad breakup, pushing him into a spiral of regret, self-help experiments, and misguided attempts to fix everything at once. His journey takes an unexpected turn when he crosses paths with Jeff (Seth Rogen), a successful entrepreneur whose perfect life becomes the envy — and obsession — of Arj’s imagination

Filled with witty dialogue, layered emotional beats, and the grounded humor Aziz is known for, Good Fortune blends comedy and introspection in a story about envy, self-worth, and what it really means to rebuild your life.

On November 11, 2025, the film reached #1 on Apple TV, making it one of the most-watched digital releases of the season

Starring:
Aziz Ansari · Seth Rogen · Keke Palmer · Keanu Reeves

Writen & Directed by:
Aziz Ansari

Release Year:
2025

CAST & CREW

Good Fortune brings together a rare comedic ensemble, combining Aziz’s precise character-driven writing with Seth Rogen’s signature warmth and humor, and standout performances from Keke Palmer and Keanu Reeves.

Trailer & CLIPS

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BEHIND THE SCENES

Good Fortune was filmed in Los Angeles in 2023 after returning from temporary production delays during the industry shutdown. The cast reunited under Lionsgate’s production umbrella with a renewed focus and creative energy.

Behind the scenes, the film blended Aziz’s directing style — intimate, grounded, and actor-driven — with the comedic instincts of Seth Rogen and the surprising dramatic layers brought by Keke Palmer and Keanu Reeves.

Notable BTS facts

Many emotional dialogue scenes were filmed in long takes to keep performances natural.
Aziz directed and acted simultaneously, often rehearsing scenes with the cast before stepping into frame.
Keanu Reeves’ character, The Monk, was designed as a comedic spiritual guide — a calm counterbalance to the chaos of Aubrey’s life.
Seth Rogen and Aziz Ansari improvised several comedic exchanges that made it into the final cut.