Greta Lee
Summary
Conan O’Brien is joined by actress Greta Lee, who discusses her breakout role in *Past Lives* and her upcoming film *The Last House*. They share humorous anecdotes about a fictional *Toy Story 5* press tour and Lee’s unconventional childhood influences, like Val Kilmer. Lee also reveals the chaotic casting story behind *Past Lives*, including a mix-up with Greta Gerwig, and reflects on her journey from feeling like a supporting actor to finding unexpected success.
Topics discussed
Sponsors and Conan's record-breaking intro
Welcome Greta Lee and playful banter
Toy Story 5 and the Odyssey movie
Greta's Korean-American upbringing and role models
Moving from LA to NY and comedy group Meow
iHerb and Lion documentary ads
Broad City, Girls, and Lena Dunham's audiobook
Working with women in comedy and acting classes
Tattoos, piercings, and mansplaining
Past Lives impact and the Greta Gerwig mix-up
Cosmic casting moments and career perspective
The silent screening of The Quiet Place: Day One
Promoting Late Fame and Willem Dafoe
Gretamania and T-Mobile ad
Sonam's husband's black belt and Conan's cube defense
Outro, hotline, and final sponsors
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