Jason Bateman Reveals Career Struggles & Prepares for Netflix Thriller ‘Black Rabbit’

Jason Bateman comes out of the shadows with new shows and his personal experiences. The actor, who has won his first Emmy, will take the lead in the upcoming Netflix’ thriller series “Black Rabbit” together with Jude Law. Also, he unleashed some of his personal stories as a child actor and the inspiring stories of the iconic Hollywood artists who have taught him.

Jason Bateman’s New Series ‘Black Rabbit’

Bateman is going to play a leading role in ‘Black Rabbit’, a Netflix limited series by Zach Baylin and Kate Susman that deals with the lives of two brothers who face hard troubles in personal and professional lives. Written by Zach Baylin and Kate Susman.

As well as acting, Bateman will also be directing some episodes. After the success of his directing on ‘Ozark,’ he has become a critically acclaimed director. The show is still in production and it is anticipated to be released in 2025, the end of the year.

‘Carry-On’ – Bateman’s Recent Netflix Thriller

Bateman was the star in ‘Carry-On,’ an action thriller released on December 13, 2024, on Netflix. He played an enigmatic antagonist who makes a TSA agent, played by Taron Egerton, allow a dangerous package onto a flight.

The plot was very thrilling and Bateman’s performance was really good. Moreover, the change in his role, he played the character of a villain, and the critics wrote that he very successfully played the part of a bad guy, while he showed a great diversity as an actor.

Matt Damon Wanted to Star in an ‘Arrested Development’ Movie

Telling a revealing story Bateman, in one of his recent interviews, recalled the moment when Matt Damon came up with the idea of playing Michael Bluth in an ‘Arrested Development’ Movie.

Damon suggested a Hollywood movie made meta-style as the Bluth family one with actors that would perform as exaggerated versions of the original characters. Although the idea of fun sounded, Bateman admitted that he’s not sure of making an ‘Arrested Development’ movie anytime soon.

Jason Bateman’s Childhood Acting Struggles

Bateman recently cleared the air on the pressure he went through as a child actor. Starting as a 10-year-old kid, he felt an intense anxiety level since his family partially depended on his income.

As they were also his managers, his parents got involved in his financial matters. Besides working, he had to maintain his GPA to keep his work permit. These extra responsibilities made his life and school years the more difficult at the very beginning of his time in Hollywood.

Following the TV show The Hogan Family, which ended in 1991, Bateman’s career stumbled a little bit. He described this time as a career reset, and it eventually led to his Breaking through with Arrested Development in 2003.

Lessons from Michael Landon on ‘Little House on the Prairie’

Bateman acknowledged Michael Landon, the star of Little House on the Prairie, as his tutor in leadership.

He said that he saw Landon as George Clooney, the charismatic actor that “everyone loved.” Landon’s talent to act, direct, and produce was the reason Bateman was encouraged to follow the direction of a director later in his life.

What’s Next for Jason Bateman?

Bateman is keeping the reins of acting, directing, and producing. With the Black Rabbit, his Mastering The Art Of Carry-On, and an overflow of new projects, his career is at its best.

Fans can’t wait to watch how he brings on board his talent and experience to his new Netflix series. Bateman is one of the most versatile stars of Hollywood whether he is in front of the camera or behind it.

Stay tuned for more news on the latest projects and career developments of Jason Bateman!