Paul Walter Hauser on Playing Richard Jewell

Paul talks about getting his start in acting, playing hero under siege Richard Jewell in his new film, and reveals what it was like working with Clint Eastwood.

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Paul Walter Hauser on Playing Richard Jewell

[thangvicouture]

Watched this movie today and I cried like a baby. He’s an amazing actor.

[danielstack]

This guy is actually excited to be a guest on a big talk show like this, refreshing.

[SenorZorrozzz]

The media hates this film because it exposes them! This is a terrific movie. See it!
Richard Jewel was a HERO!

[raulcitraro]

Paul Walter Hauser did a great job on the role of Richard Jewell. I am glad this American tragedy was brought back to awareness.

[Dazzleteats]

Criminally underrated
...he deserves an oscar but wont get one.

[roxyfoxyyy]

So glad this story is being told! What happened to Richard Jewell was so horrible.

[bearnecessity]

Saw the movie yesterday. It is really good. Go see it. RIP Richard Jewell. A real hero. He saved a lot of people.

[drlazlo]

Amazing actor. Just watched Richard Jewell. Imagine how intimidating it would be to be in the same room with Cathy Bates, Sam Rockwell and Clint Eastwood. Dude was amazing.

[hessu]

Interesting to see him in a leading role. He's great in I, Tonya and Blackkklansman

[Johnwestcomedy]

So happy for Paul! I met him once in Chicago, but knew he was destined for success. Can't wait to see this film and the many more to come from this guy. So cool, keep it up Paul!

[Stehako]

Charismatic and well-spoken. Congrats on the new big (and well-made) film!

[lewiscarter]

Discovered this guy in Kingdom, i’m glad he’s making it in Hollywood.

[kostar]

Guys, his acting in this movie is out of this world... bravo!

[veronicadrake]

i was in this movie and this guy is one of the nicest guys ever

[sahityabk]

I feel this guy is gonna become a superstar

[Steelhorsecowboy]

He was great in Richard Jewell. I saw it on opening day.

[mangarda]

Just saw this movie today and I had to look this guy up. He was so good! I really enjoyed him in I, Tonya too.

[mowler]

I'm a big fan of Paul after watching this...funny smart guy.

[davidmacgown]

Wow! Just saw his performance in Black Bird and it's phenomenal! I didn't know he's from Saginaw! I am as well.

[-C.S.R]

This guy was the best part of the Tonya Harding movie!