PATTON OSWALT CURATES THE CAPITOL THEATER

Los Angeles, Von Swank Studios
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The one and only Patton Oswalt will be guest programming two films at the Capitol Theater on November 15 & 16 🍿

The actor, comedian, and writer has chosen to screen McCabe & Mrs. Miller (1971) and Pig (2021) – two Pacific Northwest staples

After each film concludes, Patton will be discussing the titles live and in person!

Patton Oswalt continues to leave his distinctive imprint across all areas of entertainment, from his award-winning comedy specials to his many roles in film and television. Last year, he co-starred in GHOSTBUSTERS: FROZEN EMPIRE and in the Apple TV+ series “Manhunt,” about the search for John Wilkes Booth in the aftermath of Abraham Lincoln’s assassination.

In 2022, Oswalt starred in the Magnolia Pictures comedy I LOVE MY DAD, winner of the Grand Jury and Audience awards at SXSW Film Festival. He’s received acclaim for several of his film roles including a Critics Choice Award nomination for his performance in Jason Reitman’s film YOUNG ADULT, starring opposite Charlize Theron. “In a poignant, career-redefining performance by comedian Patton Oswalt…,” noted Variety’s Peter Debruge. In 2009, he received attention for Robert Siegel’s BIG FAN; the film was nominated for an Independent Spirit Award and Oswalt earned a Gotham Award nomination for his performance. According to Rolling Stone’s Peter Travers “Patton Oswalt triumphantly nails every comic and dramatic nuance as Paul Aufiero.”

Oswalt has appeared in many films, including THE CIRCLE, alongside Tom Hanks, THE SECRET LIFE OF WALTER MITTY and ZOOLANDER, both directed by Ben Stiller, Steven Soderbergh’s THE INFORMANT with Matt Damon, and alongside Seth Rogen in Jody Hill’s OBSERVE AND REPORT, as well as Paul Thomas Anderson’s MAGNOLIA, and Todd Phillips’ STARSKY AND HUTCH.

Oswalt’s past television work includes memorable roles on “Parks and Recreation,” which brought him a TV Critics Choice Award, “A.P. Bio,” “Veep,” “United States of Tara,” “Seinfeld” (his TV acting debut), and many more. He is also very well known for playing ‘Spence’ on “The King of Queens” for nine seasons.

Oswalt’s most recent comedy special “We All Scream” (which also marked his directorial debut) launched on Netflix in 2022 and he was nominated for a Grammy for his comedy album of the same name. In 2020, Oswalt’s Emmy nominated Netflix special “I Love Everything” was widely applauded upon release, and he received a Grammy nomination for his comedy album. In 2017, he received Grammy and Emmy nominations for his album and Netflix special “Annihilation,” which addresses his own devastating loss and dealing with the unexplainable, while making it all painfully funny. In 2016, he won the Emmy for ‘Outstanding Writing for a Variety Special’ for his sixth comedy special “Talking for Clapping” and a Grammy Award in 2017 for his comedy album. He has been nominated for a total of six Grammys and four Emmys. Oswalt has shot eight TV specials and released seven critically acclaimed albums — in 2009, Patton received his first Grammy nomination for his album My Weakness Is Strong.

Oswalt was also the narrator on ABC’s hit comedy “The Goldbergs.” He provided the voice for ‘Remy’ the rat in Pixar’s Oscar® winner RATATOUILLE, and his other voice credits include ‘Max’ in THE SECRET LIFE OF PETS 2,SORRY TO BOTHER YOU, the SYFY series “Happy!,” “Rick and Morty,” “Archer,” and “BoJack Horseman.”

Saturday, November 15, 2025
McCabe & Mrs. Miller
Post-Film Discussion w/ Guest Programmer Patton Oswalt
Moderated by Jonathan Marlow of Scarecrow Video
6pm Doors & 7pm Film
$43.25 GA & $38.25 OFS (Includes Service Fees)

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Sunday, November 16, 2025
Pig
Post-Film Discussion w/ Guest Programmer Patton Oswalt
6pm Doors & 7pm Film
$43.25 GA & $38.25 OFS (Includes Service Fees)

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Accessible Seating:

When purchasing tickets in advance, mark “Wheelchair / Accessible.” Accessible seating sections are located on the main floor in various areas for sight, hearing, size, and mobility needs. If you are comfortable sharing your needs, email [email protected] before purchasing so we can better assist you and ensure your time at the theater is enjoyable.

Tickets are now available online and at the box office beginning an hour before showtime.