1Up is a 2022 American comedy film directed by Kyle Newman and written by Julia Yorks. It stars Paris Berelc, Taylor Zakhar Perez, Hari Nef, and Ruby Rose.[1] It was released on July 15, 2022, by Amazon Studios.[2]

1UP
Official release poster
Directed byKyle Newman
Written byJulia Yorks
Produced by
  • Jason Moring
  • Michael Philip
  • Richard Alan Reid
Starring
CinematographyKristofer Bonnell
Edited by
  • Christine Kim
  • Mitch Martin
Music byJessica Rose Weiss
Production
companies
Distributed byAmazon Studios
Release date
  • July 15, 2022 (2022-07-15)
Running time
100 minutes
CountryUnited States
LanguageEnglish

Cast edit

Production edit

In October 2020, it was announced Elliot Page and Paris Berelc had joined the cast of the film, with Kyle Newman set to direct from a screenplay by Julia Yorks, with BuzzFeed Studios set to produce the film.[3] In January 2021, Ruby Rose, Taylor Zakhar Perez, Hari Nef and Nicholas Coombe joined the cast of the film, with Rose replacing Page, with Lionsgate set to distribute.[4]

Principal photography took place from November 27, 2020 to February 21, 2021, in Toronto.[5][6]

Release edit

In May 2022, Amazon Studios acquired the distribution rights to the film.[7] It was released on July 15, 2022, on Amazon Prime Video.[8]

References edit

  1. ^ Chan, J. Clara (May 5, 2022). "Amazon Acquires 'My Fake Boyfriend,' '1Up' From BuzzFeed Studios and Lionsgate (Exclusive)". The Hollywood Reporter. Archived from the original on August 19, 2022. Retrieved May 8, 2022.
  2. ^ O'Rourke, Ryan (June 22, 2022). "'1UP' Trailer Shows Paris Berelc Leading an All-Girls Esports Team Primed and Ready to Win [Exclusive]". Collider. Archived from the original on June 29, 2022. Retrieved June 23, 2022.
  3. ^ McNary, Dave (October 30, 2020). "Ellen Page, Paris Berelc to Star in Gaming Comedy '1UP' for BuzzFeed Studios". Variety. Archived from the original on August 11, 2023. Retrieved February 25, 2021.
  4. ^ Kit, Borys (January 27, 2021). "Ruby Rose Replaces Elliot Page in Gamer Comedy '1Up' (Exclusive)". The Hollywood Reporter. Archived from the original on March 2, 2021. Retrieved January 27, 2021.
  5. ^ Newman, Kyle (February 7, 2021). "That's a wrap!! Saying goodbye to my #1UP family was difficult but I am extremely proud of what this cast and crew accomplished. This film is FUNNY and bursting with heart. And...I'm also proud of myself. Had to take a minute to reflect about how much has changed in a year. Keep believing. Keep creating. Keep being thankful and kind. ❤️". Instagram. Archived from the original on December 26, 2021. Retrieved February 25, 2021.
  6. ^ "Film and TV Projects Going Into Production - 1UP". Variety Insight. Archived from the original on May 6, 2021. Retrieved May 6, 2021.
  7. ^ Chan, J. Clara (May 5, 2022). "Amazon Acquires 'My Fake Boyfriend,' '1Up' From BuzzFeed Studios and Lionsgate (Exclusive)". The Hollywood Reporter. Archived from the original on August 19, 2022. Retrieved June 23, 2022.
  8. ^ O'Rourke, Ryan (June 22, 2022). "'1UP' Trailer Shows Paris Berelc Leading an All-Girls Esports Team Primed and Ready to Win [Exclusive]". Collider. Archived from the original on June 29, 2022. Retrieved June 23, 2022.

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