Joe Pesci Returns to Acting in Pete Davidson’s ‘Bupkis’

Joe Pesci Returns to Acting , in Pete Davidson’s ‘Bupkis’.

Joe Pesci Returns to Acting , in Pete Davidson’s ‘Bupkis’.

'Rolling Stone' reports Pesci is set to star in his first TV role in almost 30 years.

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The Oscar-winning actor will portray Davidson's grandfather.

'Rolling Stone' reports Pesci hasn't taken on a TV role since the early '90s, appearing on 'The John Larroquette Show' and 'Tales From the Crypt.'.

Since 2000, he's only appeared in three movies.

Those movies are 'The Good Shepherd' (2006), 'Love Ranch' (2010) and 'The Irishman' (2019).

'Rolling Stone' also reports that Edie Falco of 'The Sopranos' will portray Davidson's mom in the semi-autobiographical series.

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According to an NBC press release, , "The series will combine grounded storytelling with absurd elements from the unfiltered and completely original worldview for which Pete is well-known.".

According to an NBC press release, , "The series will combine grounded storytelling with absurd elements from the unfiltered and completely original worldview for which Pete is well-known.".

Pete Davidson is one of the most sought-after comedians today with his smart, one-of-a-kind humor and honest point of view.

, Susan Rovner, chairman of entertainment content at NBCUniversal Television and Streaming, via statement.

Pete Davidson is one of the most sought-after comedians today with his smart, one-of-a-kind humor and honest point of view.

, Susan Rovner, chairman of entertainment content at NBCUniversal Television and Streaming, via statement.

'Bupkis' will showcase Pete’s funny, surprising, and unfiltered brand of comedy audiences have come to love as we continue to bolster our Peacock comedy slate, Susan Rovner, chairman of entertainment content at NBCUniversal Television and Streaming, via statement