Kevin Hart stars in 72 Hours bachelor party comedy, taking on the role of a middle-aged executive who gets swept up in a youthful Miami adventure due to a text mix-up, while Mason Gooding has joined the cast as the groom. The Netflix ensemble, currently filming in Miami, brings together talent from across film and television, promising a fresh take on the bachelor party comedy genre.
Mason Gooding Cast as the Groom in 72 Hours
Mason Gooding, known for his role in the Scream franchise, will play the groom in the upcoming comedy 72 Hours. Marcello Hernandez of Saturday Night Live fame is set to play the best man and frontman for the party festivities, rounding out a young cast alongside Hart. The story leans into generational contrasts, following Hart’s character as he navigates the chaos of a Miami bachelor party with a much younger group.
Returning Collaborators and Production Team Behind the Project
Directed by Tim Story, best recognized for Barbershop and The Blackening, 72 Hours continues the creative partnership between Story and Kevin Hart. This marks the duo’s fifth film together, building on previous successes like Think Like a Man and the Ride Along series, which have collectively earned $445 million worldwide and opened atop the box office in earlier runs.
The script is crafted by Matt Mider, Kevin Burrows, Jon Hurwitz, and Hayden Schlossberg, with production overseen by John Davis and John Fox for Davis Entertainment. Additional producing credits go to Hartbeat, Counterbalance, and Will Packer, signaling a robust creative team driving the project forward.
Filming and Recent Careers of the Cast
Shooting for 72 Hours is actively underway in Miami. Mason Gooding recently appeared in Josh Ruben’s slasher film Heart Eyes alongside Olivia Holt, Jordana Brewster, and Devon Sawa. He is also set to reprise his role as Chad Meeks-Martin in Scream 7, starring with Neve Campbell and Courteney Cox. The upcoming installment marks Kevin Williamson’s first turn as director on a Scream film, with a release date set for February 27, 2026.
Gooding’s 2024 screen credits include a role in Kyle Mooney’s directorial debut Y2K, appearing with Rachel Zegler and Alicia Silverstone. He has also made notable television appearances in series such as Love, Victor, Ballers, and The Good Doctor. Represented by CAA, Untitled, Narrative, and Sloane Offer, Gooding adds significant presence to the ensemble cast.
What to Expect from 72 Hours
With a cast blending established stars like Kevin Hart and rising talents like Mason Gooding, 72 Hours aims to deliver a comedic spin on generational divides within the backdrop of a raucous Miami bachelor party. As production moves forward, the collaboration between director Tim Story and Hart could signal another box office success, while the ensemble cast brings together key entities from various corners of Hollywood for Netflix viewers to anticipate. The mix of experience and fresh energy underscores the project’s ambition to stand out among upcoming comedies.
