Christopher Guest Announces New Netflix Original Film MASCOTS

Christopher Guest has announced the next Netflix original film MASCOTS, premiering exclusively in 2016.

The announcement reads: Welcome to all the drama, intrigue and occasional excitement of the 8th World Mascot Association Championships, where a group of 'unusual' men and women, with big heads and furry suits, compete to win the prestigious Gold Fluffy Award and be crowned Best Mascot in the World.

Christopher Guest has written, directed and starred in several improvisational"mockumentary" films featuring an ensemble cast, including This Is Spinal Tap (directed by Rob Reiner), Waiting for Guffman, Best In Show, A Mighty Wind, and For Your Consideration. Guest also had a featured role as the evil six-fingered Count Rugen in the film The Princess Bride.

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