"Nicholas Hoult"

In this episode of SmartLess, hosts Jason Bateman, Will Arnett, and Sean Hayes interview actor Nicholas Hoult. The conversation begins with Arnett lamenting his hockey team's loss and joking about becoming a free agent fan. The hosts tease Arnett about his mood and then transition to Hayes' attempts to cut sugar from his diet. They then introduce Nicholas Hoult, discussing his recent and upcoming projects, including "The Order" and "Superman," where he plays Lex Luthor. Hoult shares insights into his character preparation, including shaving his head and working on an American accent. The hosts also delve into Hoult's early career, his experience as a child actor in "About a Boy," and his decision to pursue acting over academics. The discussion touches on the challenges of balancing work and personal life, the pressures of fame, and the nuances of choosing roles. The episode concludes with a lighthearted exchange about the press part of promoting movies, personal preferences, and the hosts humorously commenting on each other's names.