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Frank Grillo
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- The sequel is the choice, with Frank Grillo’s performance praised and compared to Kingdom and Copshop. — Bill Simmons
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- Grillo wins for his forceful corner work. — Bill Simmons
- The front-desk worker's waiver check, video, and later excitement make him the efficiency alternate. — Bill Simmons
- Koba is considered, with Kurt Angle identified in the role. — Bill Simmons
- Don Lemon's cameo is also considered. — Bill Simmons
Casting What-Ifs
The studio resisted Nick Nolte, Kurt Angle plays Koba, and several supporting roles drew on real combat-sports figures.
This discussion recalls a choice from an earlier episode.
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- The filmmakers held firm on Nolte after the studio resisted casting him. — Bill Simmons
- Koba's name is identified as a Stalin nickname and the Russian-villain choice is discussed. — Bill Simmons
- Brian Callen based his commentator on Joe Rogan and Frank Grillo based his trainer on Greg Jackson. — Bill Simmons
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