'Trainwreck' Will Have a Premiere Near Cleveland Because of LeBron James
James has a role in the Amy Schumer comedy.
— -- Amy Schumer's new movie "Trainwreck" will have premieres in New York City, Los Angeles and Akron.
Yes, Akron, Ohio.
The comedian tweeted that she's taking her movie to the hometown of Cleveland Cavaliers player, LeBron James, who also has a role in the film.
"You want to have a premiere where? Ok @KingJames Akron here we come! See you Friday!" she wrote.
According to the Akron Beacon Journal, the invitation-only screening is for James' friends and family and will take place on Friday at 7 p.m. There will be a red carpet, but it's mostly for media. Cleveland.com reported that the screening really was James' idea.
"LeBron wanted to set up a screening for his local family and friends. He's very proud of the movie and excited for them to see it," a source told the website. "LeBron also wanted the stars in the movie, who he's grown very close to, to see Akron. ... He's excited about having another opportunity to show off northeast Ohio."
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