Brent Pella Announces the Cast for His New Psychedelic Comedy “Peaking”

Brent Pella Launches Feature Directorial Debut with ‘Peaking’

Brent Pella has officially begun production on Peaking, a psychedelic comedy that marks his first venture as a feature film director. Pella is also set to star in the film alongside Nikki Howard, known for her role in American Crime Story, as well as Aristotle Georgeson, Lil Rel Howery from Get Out, Jonathan Kite from 2 Broke Girls, and Paul Soter from the Super Troopers franchise.

The film, which Pella also wrote, centers on a couple trying to reignite their relationship through a search for a threesome at a remote music festival. This unique setting is complemented by the concurrent Peak State music and arts festival, organized by Pella and his team, which served as the backdrop for the film’s significant scenes filmed in Austin, Texas, from April 15-19.

The supporting cast features Alice Kremelberg, Ashleigh Murray, Manon Mathews, Vincent Marcus, Clayton Farris, and Steph Barkley, along with cameos by Reggie Watts and Erik Griffin.

Produced by Door 11 Studios, Peaking is officially produced by Pella, Howard, Rene Besson, and Sarah Craig, with executive production by Sean Mullin, Melissa Wylie, and Matt Beales. The casting team includes Stefanie Seifer, Hailey Giles, and Chiara Marini from Spark Casting.

In addition to his work on Peaking, Pella recently established Door 11 Studios, which focuses on producing character-driven comedic content across film, television, digital platforms, and live performances. He has gained significant attention for his viral sketches and national stand-up tours. Pella is a regular cast member on MTV’s Wild ‘n Out and has been recognized as a Creator to Watch at the 2023 New York Comedy Festival, boasting over a million followers and more than a billion views across social media.

Nikki Howard is represented by Gersh and Untitled Entertainment, Aristotle Georgeson by Brillstein Entertainment Partners and Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, Lil Rel Howery by UTA, Fourth Wall Management, and Cohen & Gardner, Jonathan Kite by Gersh and Luber Roklin Entertainment, and Paul Soter by Paradigm and Echo Lake Entertainment.