Last Night Was a Movie: What to expect from FX’s new comedy by Almost Friday

FX is said to be producing a new comedy show called Last Night Was a Movie, which is being directed by the well-known sketch comedy group Almost Friday.

The negotiation for the project is still ongoing, but the industry buzz suggests that it will be full of the group's viral and cinematic comedy style. The main reason the project has caught so much attention is due to the partnerships and the Almost Friday team's growing popularity.

The concept of Last Night Was a Movie originally came from BoulderLight Pictures’ JD Lifshitz and Raphael Margules, who then pitched it to Almost Friday. If the project goes ahead, the writer-creator credits will go to Tyler Falbo. Moreover, the development team will include Tony Yacenda and Dan Perrault, best known for the critically acclaimed Netflix mockumentary American Vandal.

The high-concept comedy, with Range Studios, A Studios, and A+E minority investment, is set to break the boundaries of traditional scripted television. The details of the premise are still under wraps. However, audiences will probably see the daring comic touch and special production chaos that Almost Friday likes to work with as part of their brand.

Now, the question is what exactly viewers should expect from FX's Last Night Was a Movie? Let's go deeper into it.

What to expect from Last Night Was a Movie?

Almost Friday has opened the doors to TV by presenting its first show to commercial audiences through Last Night Was a Movie. Almost immediately, it created a buzz beyond the usual online audience. As Deadline reported, negotiations are still ongoing, and FX representatives have been speaking very little on the matter. Despite this, the project is considered one of the best new comedy pilots for the network’s upcoming slate.

The creative partnership of All-Star and Almost Friday’s founders (Billy Lang, Liamullaghet Collins, Eil Patton, Will Angus) as both on-screen and off-screen writer-producers is remarkable. The core members of Almost Friday are not only the stars of the show but also contribute collectively as a team of writers and producers.

Originating from the @friday.beers Instagram account, Almost Friday began as a viral content arm. It is now considered a leader in the world of sketches that resemble short films, featuring strong production quality, fast-paced energy, and satirical comedy.

JD Lifshitz and Raphael Margules of BoulderLight Pictures started the pitch with a high-concept idea. Along with American Vandal's Tony Yacenda and Dan Perrault, who have comedic histories of being critically acclaimed, they are now the show’s producers. If the project gets the green light, Last Night Was a Movie could become one of FX's flagship comedies. This is especially notable given the network’s history with genre-defining hits such as Atlanta, It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia, and The Bear.

What sets this proposal apart is that it combines internet-savvy sketch comedy with narrative and stylistic ambitions of movie or prestige TV. Online communities, especially fans on Reddit, have shown support for Almost Friday’s transition to television. They called the group’s approach one that not only suits longer forms of storytelling but also aligns with the FX brand.

Taking to Reddit, a user noted:

“Well deserved. They put out some of the best sketches on YouTube right now. Excited to see this.”

Another user added:

“Nice! These guys are so hilarious. Elise especially is one of the funniest people on the planet. Her "woman on social media having a stroke" character makes me die laughing every time. Their recent ET parody video was also just straight up super impressive filmmaking with the way they did the puppet. Plus, it’s just nice to hear that comedy as a genre isn’t completely dead.”

FX and Almost Friday are still mum on the specific plot details for Last Night Was a Movie. Nevertheless, the show is described as a "high-concept comedy," which usually at FX means big, character-centered narratives that experiment with genre and visual storytelling.

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Almost Friday sketches are mostly characterized by a very common situation that then transforms very quickly into "movie-like" stakes. This formula not only distinguishes their performance from simplistic internet jokes but also corresponds to the group's purpose: to make ordinary experiences feel larger than life.

Almost Friday is noted for their strong production values, dynamic framing, and a filmmaking style rarely found in digital shorts, among other visual characteristics. They often visualize nightlife, sports, friendships, dating, and young adult problems with a mix of vulnerability and self-aware humor meant to connect with 21–34-year-old viewers. And that's what we can expect from Last Night Was a Movie, if it gets greenlit.

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