Jon Cryer Talks About His New Comedy and Experiences as an Actor

TLDRJon Cryer, an Emmy Award-winning actor known for his role in 'Two and a Half Men', discusses his new comedy show 'Extended Family' and shares interesting experiences from his career. He also talks about being inspired by a true story of a divorced couple who still live together to make it easier for their kids. Cryer reveals that he had the opportunity to train as an astronaut for a documentary and explains why he realized it wasn't for him. He also reminisces about his role as Lex Luthor in 'Supergirl' and shares a hilarious anecdote about a prank he fell for.

Key insights

💼Jon Cryer is an Emmy Award-winning actor known for his role in 'Two and a Half Men' and currently stars in the comedy show 'Extended Family'.

🚀He had the opportunity to train as an astronaut for a documentary but realized it wasn't for him.

🧑‍🎤Cryer played the role of Lex Luthor in the TV series 'Supergirl'.

🤝The storyline of 'Extended Family' is inspired by a true story of a divorced couple who still live together for the sake of their kids.

🤣Cryer shares a funny anecdote about falling for a prank while working on 'Superman 4'.

Q&A

What is Jon Cryer known for?

—Jon Cryer is known for his role in the TV series 'Two and a Half Men' for which he won an Emmy Award.

What is 'Extended Family' about?

—'Extended Family' is a comedy show about a divorced couple who still live together.

Did Jon Cryer really train as an astronaut?

—Yes, Cryer had the opportunity to train as an astronaut for a documentary about the Russian space program.

What role did Jon Cryer play in 'Supergirl'?

—Cryer played the role of Lex Luthor in the TV series 'Supergirl'.

What is the funny anecdote that Jon Cryer shares?

—Cryer shares a hilarious anecdote about falling for a prank while working on the movie 'Superman 4'.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Jon Cryer, an Emmy Award-winning actor known for his role in 'Two and a Half Men', discusses his new comedy show 'Extended Family' and shares interesting experiences from his career.

02:00Cryer had the opportunity to train as an astronaut for a documentary and realized it wasn't for him.

06:00He reminisces about playing the role of Lex Luthor in 'Supergirl'.

09:00The storyline of 'Extended Family' is inspired by a true story of a divorced couple who still live together for the sake of their kids.

09:30Cryer shares a funny anecdote about falling for a prank while working on the movie 'Superman 4'.

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