As a movie connoisseur who’s had the privilege of traversing through the silver screen for decades, I must say that Bill Murray‘s collaborations with his brothers, particularly in the timeless Christmas classic, “Scrooged,” is nothing short of a cinematic delight. The way they intertwine their unique talents to breathe life into characters is truly a sight to behold.
Bill Murray is fortunate to have five brothers, three of whom are actors. He’s worked with each one – John, Brian, and Joel Murray – on numerous projects. However, he’s only collaborated with all three in a single project: the beloved holiday movie, “Scrooged”. In this film, Brian Doyle-Murray portrays Bill’s character’s father, while John Murray takes on the role of Frank Cross’s brother, and Joel Murray makes a brief appearance as a party guest.
In the realm of amusing adaptations of “A Christmas Carol,” “Scrooged” joins forces with “The Muppet Christmas Carol,” “Spirited” starring Will Ferrell and Ryan Reynolds on Apple TV+, and the Jim Carrey-led version directed by Robert Zemeckis. The critically acclaimed film ($100 million earnings against a $32 million production cost) was masterfully directed by Richard Donner, known for films like “The Omen,” “Superman” (and its sequel, depending on the version you watch), “The Goonies,” and the less typical Christmas movie, “Lethal Weapon.
What Is Scrooged About?
The story revolves around the character of Frank Cross, portrayed by Bill Murray, who is a selfish and money-hungry television producer. He generally disregards others, even those who continue to care for him such as his ex-girlfriend Claire Phillips, played by Karen Allen from the Indiana Jones series. However, things take an unexpected turn when Frank encounters a sequence of diverse spirits, reminiscent of A Christmas Carol.
In this rendition, the spirits are:
In summary, “Scrooged” is a fresh take on the classic tale of “A Christmas Carol,” still worth watching despite its overly familiar storyline. Primarily, Bill Murray’s witty performance in his signature sarcastic role stands out, but the film also boasts high-quality production values. Additionally, Carol Kane brings an extra dose of charm to her character, making her even more appealing than ever.
What Other Projects Have the Murray Brothers Collaborated On?
Among the Murray brothers, Brian Doyle-Murray, Bill’s elder sibling, is the one who is most frequently recognized. This is largely due to his portrayal of Frank Shirley, Clark Griswold’s boss in “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation,” and his numerous voice acting roles, such as The Flying Dutchman in “SpongeBob SquarePants.” Additionally, he has worked with Bill on several projects, including “Caddyshack,” “The Razor’s Edge,” “Scrooged,” “Ghostbusters II,” “Groundhog Day,” “Ghostbusters: The Video Game,” and “Passion Play.
Bill’s youngest sibling, Joel, is equally well-known. Movie enthusiasts may recall him for his repeated character, Fred Rumsen, on Mad Men. In terms of collaborations between the two, there’s Scrooged, lending voices to Ghostbusters: The Video Game, and an unacknowledged role in the 2016 version of Ghostbusters where Bill made a guest appearance (though not as Dr. Peter Venkman).
Among the four Murray brothers, it’s John who’s worked the least and, apart from “Scrooged” and an unaccredited role as a golf caddy in “Caddyshack”, his acting projects with Bill are limited. In contrast, their late brother Edward Murray III never pursued acting but his past as a caddy contributed to the creation of the comedy classic “Caddyshack”. Lastly, Andy Murray has had a flourishing career as a chef at elite restaurants.
For the large part, the Murray brothers have charted their own paths, yet they’ve consistently demonstrated a readiness to collaborate. To this day, the movie “Scrooged” stands as the only project where all four acting Murrays have worked together, but who knows what may lie ahead in terms of future collaborations?
Scrooged is now streaming on Prime Video and Paramount+
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