Jeff Hiller, fresh from his Emmy win for Somebody Somewhere, is still buzzing from his recent guest starring role on NBC's cheerleading mockumentary Stumble. His portrayal of Augustus Blimpfh, the eccentric German owner of a candy button factory, was met with praise from director Monica Aldama and co-star Jenn Lyon, whom he affectionately refers to as "the queen of comedy".
Working with Lyon was a highlight for Hiller, who praises her comedic prowess. Despite their initial script not specifying an accent, Hiller's cartoony take on the character proved to be a hit. He admits to being "a little Willy Wonka-esque" and settling on a thick German accent, which added to the show's humor.
Monica Aldama's keen eye for talent played a significant role in securing Hiller's guest spot. She had watched Somebody Somewhere and personally recommended him for the role. The admiration is mutual, as Hiller fondly describes Aldama as "someone who knows how to get things done".
Hiller found himself at the center of attention during filming, particularly when the team rehearsed a show-stopping cheerleading routine for Button Day. His praise for the talented young actress Taylor Dunbar, who played Peaches despite being a Juilliard graduate with no prior cheerleading experience, was evident in his enthusiasm.
Busy Phillips also made an appearance as Peaches' older sister, and Hiller enjoyed her comedic timing, particularly during a memorable dance scene. The chemistry between Hiller's Blimpfh and Lyon's Coach Courteney Potter is undeniable, making their on-screen interactions all the more entertaining.
Reprising his role as Augustus Blimpfh later down the line? Absolutely, says Hiller. He's been enjoying reprising roles in Pluribus, a comedy series where he played Larry, Carol's father. The secrecy surrounding this show only added to its intrigue, and Hiller reveals that he was surprised by how much he loved the project.
Finally, Hiller has his Emmy award proudly displayed on his bookshelf – albeit not without some attempts at hiding it from view due to concerns about it being too ostentatious in his small apartment. And when asked about a potential revival of Somebody Somewhere, the answer was an enthusiastic yes: "If you called me today, I'd cancel my plans tonight. We'd be there in a heartbeat."
Working with Lyon was a highlight for Hiller, who praises her comedic prowess. Despite their initial script not specifying an accent, Hiller's cartoony take on the character proved to be a hit. He admits to being "a little Willy Wonka-esque" and settling on a thick German accent, which added to the show's humor.
Monica Aldama's keen eye for talent played a significant role in securing Hiller's guest spot. She had watched Somebody Somewhere and personally recommended him for the role. The admiration is mutual, as Hiller fondly describes Aldama as "someone who knows how to get things done".
Hiller found himself at the center of attention during filming, particularly when the team rehearsed a show-stopping cheerleading routine for Button Day. His praise for the talented young actress Taylor Dunbar, who played Peaches despite being a Juilliard graduate with no prior cheerleading experience, was evident in his enthusiasm.
Busy Phillips also made an appearance as Peaches' older sister, and Hiller enjoyed her comedic timing, particularly during a memorable dance scene. The chemistry between Hiller's Blimpfh and Lyon's Coach Courteney Potter is undeniable, making their on-screen interactions all the more entertaining.
Reprising his role as Augustus Blimpfh later down the line? Absolutely, says Hiller. He's been enjoying reprising roles in Pluribus, a comedy series where he played Larry, Carol's father. The secrecy surrounding this show only added to its intrigue, and Hiller reveals that he was surprised by how much he loved the project.
Finally, Hiller has his Emmy award proudly displayed on his bookshelf – albeit not without some attempts at hiding it from view due to concerns about it being too ostentatious in his small apartment. And when asked about a potential revival of Somebody Somewhere, the answer was an enthusiastic yes: "If you called me today, I'd cancel my plans tonight. We'd be there in a heartbeat."
he's been killing it on tv lately and his accent on stumble was EVERYTHING 
i wonder if he'll reprise his role as augustus blimpfh, that would be amazing! 
what's up with pluribus though? hasn't anyone said anything about the show yet? 
and omg i need to see busy phillips and jenn lyon together again, their chemistry is everything 
! He's been killing it on Stumble and Somebody Somewhere, and his chemistry with Monica Aldama is everything 
. I loved how he brought Augustus Blimpfh to life, especially with those hilarious accents 
. It's no wonder Hiller wants to reprise his role in Somebody Somewhere - he's got so much love for that show 
. As for Pluribus, I'm intrigued... maybe it'll be a surprise hit? 
. I'm totes obsessed w/ his accent in Stumble lol it's so funny! He's got that Willy Wonka vibe goin on and I love how Monica Aldama saw potential in him & gave him a spot on her show. That show-stopping cheer routine tho, I was DYING laughing 
. And can we talk about Taylor Dunbar?! She's a total rockstar even if she didn't know the first thing about cheerleading. The chemistry between Hiller & Lyon is EVERYTHING 
. I'd totes watch more of Pluribus too, that secrecy was killing me! He seems so down-to-earth & humble too, especially w/ his Emmy win... he's not letting it go to his head lol 
. As for Hiller's enthusiasm for reprising his role as Augustus Blimpfh, it's not surprising given the show's lighthearted and comedic tone - after all, playing an eccentric character like Willy Wonka-esque Blimpfh must be a dream come true for many actors 
. The chemistry between Hiller and Lyon is undeniable, and their banter on set would surely make for entertaining TV 
. With his Emmy win under his belt, it's clear that Hiller is in high demand - can't wait to see what he takes on next! 
. I mean, what really sets him apart from other comedic actors? His accent work on Stumble was pretty funny at first, but after a while it just started to feel like he was trying too hard 
. And don't even get me started on the whole "willy wonka-esque" thing - come on, dude, you're not that original 
. As for Somebody Somewhere, yeah sure, let's do a revival... not 
. I'm still waiting for a new show or movie from Hiller that blows the roof off the place, but until then, I'll just be over here thinking he's pretty meh 
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. I'm definitely rooting for a potential revival of Somebody Somewhere - let's see it happen! 
. I also enjoyed watching Taylor Dunbar shine in Peaches' role, even if it was just a small part. The whole cast of Stumble seems like they had so much fun working together