The upcoming Weezer movie has attracted even more attention by adding the talented actor and musician Jack Black to its cast, heightening excitement among fans and audiences alike.

The announcement of Black’s inclusion in the much-anticipated film was made by Rivers Cuomo, the lead vocalist of Weezer, who took to the band’s official Discord server to share a creatively designed AI-generated image of a film poster featuring Jack Black. Anticipating skepticism, Cuomo humorously captioned the image with, “Nope, it’s real,” confirming the authenticity of the news.

Black’s involvement in this project isn’t particularly surprising to those familiar with his history with the band. He previously toured alongside Weezer in 2001 as part of the comedic rock duo Tenacious D. Additionally, his wife, Tanya Haden, contributed her talents as the cellist on Weezer’s cover of Green Day’s “Worry Rock” back in 2003, further solidifying their musical connections.

Confirmation regarding the Weezer film was officially announced earlier this month during the band’s captivating performance at Coachella. During this event, Rivers Cuomo disclosed that the band had been diligently working on this exciting project in Los Angeles over the preceding weeks, generating buzz and anticipation among fans and media alike.

Entertainment journalist Jeff Sneider reported that the film will take on a mockumentary style, reminiscent of popular films such as Scott Pilgrim vs. The World and Weird: The Al Yankovic Story. This intriguing project is reportedly directed by Henry Joost and Ariel Schulman, known for their work on the Paranormal Activity franchise. The cast is set to include notable names such as Eric Andre, Johnny Knoxville, Juliette Lewis, and Ben Schwartz, contributing to the film’s comedic and dynamic atmosphere.

According to Sneider’s report, esteemed actor Keanu Reeves is set to portray the film’s villain, adding another layer of excitement to the project. The relationship between Weezer and Reeves spans decades, dating back to the band’s very first public performance in 1992 when they opened for Reeves’ band Dogstar, highlighting their long-standing connection in the music scene.

While detailed information from Weezer regarding the film remains scarce, it is noteworthy that they have become the third Californian band to be at the center of a quirky film project in recent years. Pavement, hailing from Stockton, is set to be the focus of the genre-defying film Pavements, directed by Alex Ross Perry. Meanwhile, the iconic trio Green Day is currently working on a film titled New Years Rev, inspired by their experiences living in a tour van, showcasing the rich tapestry of stories from California’s vibrant music scene.