Paranormal Comedy 'Don't F***k With Ghosts' Debuts On Demand, Launches New YouTube Channel
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The new paranormal comedy, 'Don't F***k With Ghosts,' produced by 5'7 Films, has made its debut in the United States, becoming accessible for purchase or rental across major digital platforms including Amazon, Apple TV, and Fandango at Home. This release is synchronized with the unveiling of Potluck Originals, an innovative YouTube channel spearheaded by 5'7 Films in collaboration with The Moment Lab, promising a fresh array of paranormal content for enthusiasts.
The film, which blends humor with the supernatural, features real-life brothers-in-law Stu Stone and Adam Rodness portraying exaggerated versions of themselves. Their characters embark on a humorous yet determined mission to validate the existence of ghosts. To achieve this, they assemble an unlikely team comprising a former Playboy model turned ghost hunter, a professional wrestler, and several local psychics, all united by the goal of uncovering irrefutable evidence of the spectral world. Concurrently, the newly launched Potluck Originals YouTube channel is set to become a hub for diverse paranormal and unscripted series. Its debut offering, 'The Great American Ghost Hunt,' is an eight-part documentary series where Bridget Marquardt guides celebrities through ghost-hunting expeditions, adding an exciting dimension to the paranormal investigation genre.
The Genesis of a Paranormal Comedy
The film 'Don't F***k With Ghosts,' a unique blend of comedy and the paranormal from 5'7 Films, has officially launched for rental and purchase in the U.S. across prominent digital platforms such as Amazon, Apple TV, and Fandango at Home. This release marks a significant moment for the production company, coinciding with the introduction of Potluck Originals, an original YouTube channel developed by 5'7 Films in partnership with The Moment Lab. The channel aims to offer a variety of unscripted and hybrid content, starting with an 8-episode documentary series. This strategic dual launch positions 5'7 Films to reach a broad audience interested in both comedic storytelling and genuine paranormal exploration.
Stu Stone, who co-wrote and directed the film, alongside Adam Rodness, portrays an amplified version of themselves, driven by the ambition to uncover definitive proof of supernatural entities. Their quest involves enlisting a diverse group of individuals, including a former Playboy star now dedicated to ghost hunting, a professional wrestler, and local psychics, all contributing to the comedic and investigative elements of the narrative. Stone articulates the film's core question, stating, "Are ghosts real? That's exactly why we made this movie. And we're still not telling. You'll have to watch it yourself." This statement captures the intriguing premise and the interactive experience the creators hope to provide to their audience. The film also features performances from actors like Tony Nappo and Josh Cruddas, with special appearances by notable personalities such as professional wrestler Colt Cabana, paranormal podcaster Bridget Marquardt, and Michael Rapaport.
Potluck Originals: A New Platform for the Supernatural
Parallel to the film's release, 5'7 Films has unveiled Potluck Originals, a new YouTube channel created in partnership with The Moment Lab. This channel is poised to become a vibrant platform for a diverse range of unscripted and hybrid content, offering viewers a fresh take on paranormal investigations and celebrity-led explorations. The channel's inaugural offering, 'The Great American Ghost Hunt,' is an eight-episode documentary series. This series distinguishes itself by taking celebrities on authentic ghost hunts, blending entertainment with genuine attempts to connect with the supernatural. The launch of Potluck Originals signifies an expansion of 5'7 Films' creative endeavors, moving beyond traditional film distribution to embrace digital content creation and community engagement.
The documentary series 'The Great American Ghost Hunt' features Bridget Marquardt leading an array of celebrities, including Howie Mandel, Jason Mewes, Symba, Marla Sokoloff, Alisan Porter, members of the K-pop group FiveAlive, and Cherie DeVille, on various paranormal investigations. This initiative not only provides entertainment but also aims to explore the public's fascination with ghosts through the experiences of well-known figures. The channel's focus on both unscripted and hybrid content suggests a flexible and innovative approach to storytelling, promising to engage audiences with a mix of spontaneous moments and carefully crafted narratives. With this new venture, 5'7 Films and The Moment Lab are setting out to create a unique space in the digital landscape for paranormal enthusiasts and curious viewers alike, building on the success and thematic elements introduced by 'Don't F***k With Ghosts.'

