Get ready to laugh, because the first teaser for Good Fortune, Aziz Ansari’s directorial debut, just hit the internet, and it’s got everyone buzzing! Released by Lionsgate on May 28, 2025, the trailer introduces us to a star-studded comedy featuring Keanu Reeves as a lovably incompetent angel, alongside Seth Rogen, Aziz Ansari, Keke Palmer, and Sandra Oh. Slated for theaters on October 17, 2025, this film is already shaping up to be a wild ride. Here’s why the teaser’s got fans hyped
A Sneak Peek at the Chaos
The teaser kicks off with Keanu Reeves as Gabriel, a guardian angel who’s, well, not exactly acing his job. Picture this: he’s perched on a rooftop overlooking Los Angeles, begging his boss, Martha (Sandra Oh), for “more meaningful duties.” He’s tired of saving people from texting and driving and wants to “guide people” and “change lives.” Martha’s response? “To save a lost soul, you have to find a lost soul.” Cue Gabriel spotting Arj (Ansari), a struggling gig worker, and Jeff (Rogen), a wealthy venture capitalist, and deciding to meddle in their lives—big time.
Without giving too much away, the teaser hints at Gabriel’s big plan: swapping Arj’s tough gig life with Jeff’s lavish lifestyle to teach them… something about money not solving everything. But, as you’d expect, things go hilariously wrong. Gabriel’s not exactly angel material, and the teaser’s packed with quirky moments—like Gabriel dancing, women swooning over him (because, duh, it’s Keanu), and Arj’s shocked reaction: “Wait, you’re telling me I have a budget guardian angel?” It’s short, sweet, and leaves you wanting more without spilling the whole plot.
A Star-Studded Comedy with Heart
Good Fortune is Aziz Ansari’s first swing at directing a feature film, and he’s not holding back. He wrote, directed, and stars in this comedy, pulling together a killer cast that also includes Keke Palmer and Stephen McKinley Henderson. Ansari’s been open about wanting to bring back the kind of R-rated comedies you see in theaters, inspired by hits like Barbie. He told Entertainment Weekly, “People say no one goes to comedies in theaters anymore, but they haven’t been making a lot of them. I hope this shows people still want to laugh together.”
The film’s got a Trading Places vibe, with its body-swap premise and focus on the haves and have-nots. Ansari did his homework, interviewing real gig workers to nail the struggles of Arj’s life, making sure the comedy lands but also feels real. And Keanu as a bumbling angel? Pure gold. He told EW, “Aziz is great. A great writer, director, and actor. I had such a fantastic experience working with him.” Even with a cracked kneecap from a cold plunge scene gone wrong (yep, comedy’s tough!), Keanu’s all-in for this one.
A Rocky Road to the Big Screen
Getting Good Fortune made wasn’t a cakewalk. Ansari’s first directorial project, Being Mortal, fell apart in 2022 due to issues with Bill Murray, leaving Ansari and co-stars Rogen and Palmer in a lurch. But Ansari bounced back fast, sending Rogen the Good Fortune script the same day the news broke. Rogen was on board in just two hours—talk about a quick rebound! Filming hit a snag with the 2023 Writers Guild strike but wrapped in Los Angeles by spring 2024, despite Keanu’s on-set injury. Now, it’s full speed ahead for October.
Why You Should Care
With its mix of absurd humor, heart, and a cast that’s basically a dream team, Good Fortune is poised to be a big win for comedy fans. The teaser’s got just enough Keanu charm, Rogen’s wit, and Ansari’s sharp writing to hook you without ruining the surprises. Plus, it’s hitting theaters at a perfect time, going up against The Black Phone 2 and a few other October 2025 releases like Tron: Ares. If you’re ready for a laugh, mark your calendar for October 17, 2025, and keep an eye on X for more fan reactions as the hype builds.