Sean Hayes Interview: Dodgers Game, Smartless & New Movie
content: Sean Hayes' Late Night Revelations
Sean Hayes brought his signature humor to Jimmy Kimmel Live!, recounting an epic 18-inning Dodgers World Series game experience with Jason Bateman. "I took a gummy before going on the field—I was so nervous!" Hayes admitted, describing the marathon 6-hour-39-minute game where exhausted fans barely mustered energy for rally towels by extra innings. He revealed Bateman's quirky game-watching habit: "Jason wears AirPods listening to the broadcast while at the game. Trying to ask him rules was pointless!" The chaotic post-game exit left Hayes breathlessly chasing Bateman through parking lots, quipping "Paddles needs to slow down!" referencing his ER nickname from Kimmel.
Smartless Makes Hollywood Bowl History
Hayes confirmed Smartless—his podcast with Bateman and Will Arnett—will become the first podcast ever to headline Hollywood Bowl on November 15th. "They’ll have concert tees saying 'Los Angeles, November 15th' like real rockstars," he joked. When pressed about surprise guests, Hayes insisted: "I genuinely don’t know who Jason and Will booked! The conceit is one host secretly books guests." He dismissed speculation about repeat appearances, recalling "Last time I booked Jimmy, people didn’t boo—but you never know."
Behind "The Running Man" and Game Ventures
Hayes discussed his role as a game show host in Edgar Wright’s upcoming film The Running Man (out Nov 14), where contestants survive 30 days while being hunted. "My first day, I walked in saying 'The reason this got greenlit is here!'...crickets," he laughed about the crew’s exhausted reaction after a 14-hour shoot. He later literally fell off the stage. Hayes also debuted his party game Quick Quick Quick from company Dreambo. "It’s stupid fun: answer prompts in 45 seconds with no wrong answers," he explained before challenging Kimmel live. Sample rounds included "three things you wouldn’t want in a hotel room" (Hayes: "dirty underwear, another person, security") and "weird cake phrases" (Kimmel: "Good luck in prison").
Halloween Confessions and Final Takeaways
In a true/false segment, Hayes confessed to being a "Halloween Grinch": "I put up 'no candy' signs and turn lights off. One guy in a hoodie claimed he was a ghost—then returned later as 'someone different'!" Key insights from the interview:
- Dodgers marathon games reveal fan endurance limits
- Smartless live shows break podcast boundaries
- Party games thrive on low-pressure creativity
- Movie sets demand respectful energy awareness
Hayes’ authentic storytelling—from baseball mishaps to Hollywood lessons—showcases why he remains a beloved entertainer. His new projects reflect decades of industry expertise across comedy, film, and innovative games. What behind-the-scenes moment surprised you most? Share your thoughts below!
