The biopic is one of Hollywood’s most dominant genres in recent years, with all manner of subjects from the invention of theBlackBerryto the life ofJ. Robert Oppenheimerdocumented on the big screen. As soon as it feels like there may be no origin story left to tell, another one arrives, with the upcomingUnfrostedset to comically depict the tale behind the invention of the Pop-Tart.
Deviating from the usual dramatic tone of the biopic,Unfrostedis ready to use comedy to tell its story in a fictionalized fashion, with the iconicJerry Seinfeldset tomake his directorial debut in the featurefrom a screenplay he co-wrote alongside some other talented comic writers. Understandably, with such a great name at the helm, a plethora of major comic talents were destined to be involved, with the movie’s final cast list nothing short of remarkable. With that in mind, here is a look at the cast and characters inUnfrosted.
Unfrosted: The Pop-Tart Story
Michigan 1963, business rivals Kellogg’s and Post compete to create a cake that could change breakfast forever.
Jerry Seinfeld
Bob Cabana
An employee of Kellogg’s,Bob Cabana is a character somewhat based upon William Post, the man who worked at Hekman Biscuit company since the age of 16 and worked his way right through to the top of the company, eventually inventing a humble toaster pastry known better to everyone as the Pop-Tart.
Stand-up comedian, writer, actor, producer, and now a feature film director, Jerry Seinfeld has done it all. FromThe Thing About My FolkstoBee Movie, Seinfeld’s on-screen career has been nothing short of great. However,his magnum opus,Seinfeld, will forever be the one project he is most remembered for - not simply because it has his name in the title - a series he co-created with the iconicLarry David. In 2004, Comedy Central named Seinfeldthe 12th greatest stand-up comedian of all time, an accolade he is more than well deserving of.
Melissa McCarthy
Donna Stankowski
Intelligent and funny, Donna Stanowski is a NASA scientist who joins the Kellogg’s team alongside Seinfeld’s Cabana.
Named one ofTime’s 100 Most Influential People in the World back in 2016,Melissa McCarthy’s on-screen legacy is one of the best, highlighted by her two Primetime Emmys, two Golden Globes, and two Academy Award nominations. From her numerousbig-budget Hollywood leading rolesin the likes ofSpyandThe Heatto her humble beginnings as the adorable Sookie inGilmore Girls,McCarthy’s addition to theUnfrostedcastwill likely bring millions flocking to their Netflix account to see what comic genius she has for them next.
Jim Gaffigan
Edsel Kellogg III
As his name may suggest, the man who heads up the company, Edsel Kellogg III, is the head of Kellogg’s and, perhaps more importantly, the boss of Seinfeld’s Cabana.
One of the best-respected comedians working today,Jim Gaffigan’s penchant for relatable material has made him a fan favorite for lovers of clean comedy, with his plethora of comedy specials praised heavily by both the public and critics alike. From his beloved discography to his impressively long filmography, Gaffigan’s career is showing no signs of slowing down. AlongsideUnfrosted, the actor is set to also appear inPotsy Ponciroli’sGreedy PeoplealongsideJoseph Gordon-LevittandLily James.
Hugh Grant
Thurl Ravenscroft
Every great brand has a great mascot, with Kellogg’s certainly no different. Thurl Ravenscroft is the actor hired to portray the iconic Tony the Tiger, with therole portrayed by Hugh Grant, as he continues on his journey of removing his once-thought atonal casting limitations.
Listed in Time Out magazine’s ‘Britain’s 50 Greatest Actors of All Time’,Hugh Grant’s impact on British cinemasince the mid-90s has been well-documented, with his filmography featuring some major hits includingAbout a Boy,Love Actually, andPaddington 2. Beloved for his work alongside filmmakerRichard Curtis, what was once one of Hollywood’s go-to rom-com heartthrobs hasevolved his style in recent yearsto include performances like Fletcher inThe Gentlemenand as anOompa-Loompa in the smash-hitWonka.
Amy Schumer
Marjorie Post
Competition can make the talented soar, with Kellogg’s competition coming in the form of Post, a cereal company led by Marjorie Post.
The often divisive but certainly talentedAmy Schumeris a successful writer, actor, and stand-up comedian who has proven herself to be an impressive draw thanks to a previous 15 years that included some big-selling projects. From her sketch showInside Amy Schumerto the starring role inTrainwreck, Schumer’s most recent project,the Hulu comedyLife & Beth, has proved many of her doubters wrong thanks to her ability toseamlessly flow between tender drama and relatable comedy. AlongsideUnfrosted, Schumer is also voicing Gummy Bear in the upcomingJohn KrasinskimovieIF.
Christian Slater
Mike Diamond
Although there isn’t much known about this character, we do know that Mike Diamond is both a milkman and supremely sinister, making him one of the more intriguing additions toUnfrosted.
An actor with an enormous pedigree,Christian Slater’s breakthrough role came as the sociopath Jason Dean inHeathers, with theSpiderwick Chroniclesstarnever looking back. From big-budget movies to critically acclaimed series, Slater is perhaps best known in recent years for his title role inMr. Robot, a performance that earned him aGolden Globe for Best Supporting Actor in 2016, followed by subsequent nominations for the same award in the next two years.
President John F. Kennedy
A man who needs no introduction, President John F. Kennedy’s legacy is one heavily documented by movies, with many looking to find new angles into his life.Unfrostedlooks to be showing Kennedy through a different lens, as the former President plays a pivotal role in the rise of the Pop-Tart.
Perhaps not the first name you might expect to portray the President,Bill Burr’s cutthroat comedy turned him into one of the 21st century’s most iconic comedians, althoughfew could have expected his later foray into the world of dramatic acting. Whether it’s as Rick Reynolds inBlack or Whiteor Pete Murphy inThe Front Runner, Burr’s excellent acting range has broken his well-established funny-man mold and made him one of themost unexpected breakout dramatic performers of the last 10 years. However, this performance as John F. Kennedy will more than likely showcase his long-acclaimed comedic chops in all their glory.
Peter Dinklage
Harry Friendly
Despite not much being known about the character of Harry Friendly,Peter Dinklage’s mere presence inUnfrostedwill add the sort of acting firepower that can turn the movie from a simple comedy into a story with nuance and depth.Dinklage’s remarkable filmographyincludes the likes ofThe Station Agent, theX-Menfranchise, and, of course, his iconic role as Tyrion Lannister inGame of Thrones, widely hailed as one of the best in the show’s impressive catalog of performances.
Everybody Else in ‘Unfrosted’
With the trailer available to watch above,Unfrostedwill beofficially released on June 07, 2025, withstreaming available via Netflix.
