Anna Kendrick Returns to ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live!’ With New Stories to Share
The Portland native returned to the late-night talk show to catch up and promote her upcoming project.
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Anna Kendrick discussed her brother’s wedding and a group trip to New Zealand, including adjusting to driving on the other side of the road, during her appearance on “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” that aired Monday, Oct. 5, 2026.
She also talked about working with Chris Rock and recalled borrowing a fake ID.
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Kendrick co-stars in “Misty Green,” a film written and directed by Chris Rock about an actress, played by Rosalind Eleazar, trying to revive her stalled Hollywood career.
The film is scheduled to open in theaters Oct. 9, 2026.
Kendrick was born and raised in Portland and graduated from Deering High School in 2003.
Before pursuing roles on Broadway and in film, she performed in community theater productions in Portland and Biddeford.
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And there you have it! Kendrick used her latest late-night appearance to catch up with Kimmel and promote “Misty Green” ahead of its theatrical release.
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The list is dominated by three breweries- Allagash, Bissel Brothers, and Maine Beer Co. The IPA style is clearly the most popular, which is not surprising given recent beer trends.
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