How Kyle Mooney Beat So Many of His 'SNL' Peers to a Big Movie Career With 'Y2K'
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How 'SNL' alum Kyle Mooney leveraged his quirky, offbeat persona to land a lead role in the buzzy indie film 'Y2K' and outshine his former cast members.
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- While fellow 'SNL' stars like Pete Davidson and Aidy Bryant have found mainstream success, Mooney's path has been more unconventional, with roles in under-the-radar gems like 'Brigsby Bear' and 'Mid90s'.
- Director Dave McCary, a longtime collaborator of Mooney's from their 'SNL' days, tapped the actor's unique comedic talents to bring the lead character of 'Y2K' to life, showcasing Mooney's ability to carry a film on his own.
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Kyle Mooney, Pete Davidson, Aidy Bryant, Dave McCary, SNL, A24, 'Y2K', 'Brigsby Bear', 'Mid90s'