Hi, I am actor Justin Bartha from NBC’s “The New Normal,” “The Hangover” franchise, and Broadway’s “Lend Me A Tenor." AMA.

I don't actually have a question for you, but i just wanted to say that you're awesome and you made National Treasure, you were by far the best actor/character.

Thank you

How much were you paid to do Each hangover Movie?

first one not enough, second two way too much.

Is Zach Galifianakis weird outside the screen?

very

You're my celeb crush so naturally, I can't think of anything good to ask. Damnit.

You're my fan crush, I can't think of anything either. Damnit.

You were in national treasure with Nicolas cage right? What was he like?

Godly works.

You were definitely my favorite character from those movies.

Thank you

What does it feel like playing a gay man on television and on NBC of all channels? Does it feel like you are a visionary of some sorts? I also want to take this time to thank you for playing a non-typical gay role on television. As a gay man myself your character reminds me of myself a lot.

Playing a gay man feels the same as playing every other role. David isn't defined by his sexuality, he is defined by his morality. I am not a visionary. Just doing my job as truthfully as possible.

Gayest answer ever.

Thank you

Are you going to be conscious in Hangover 3?

Conscious and hanging with the great John Goodman!

How freaking cool is THAT?!

very

What is the funniest thing Zach Galifianakis has said/done outside of the screen?

He's unbearably serious off screen.

This makes me sad.

Don't be sad, I was kidding.

have you ever asked ken jeong for medical advice? If so, what?

absolutely

please tell me he then cursed you out

yep

I have no idea why but the first thing that comes to my mind when I see you is National Treasure instead of The Hangover.

Is Sean Bean as badass as I imagine him, and did he display excitement at any point over the fact that he made it through a movie without dying?

Sean Bean is the ultimate badass and he never shows excitement because of that very reason

What was it like to make out with Catherine Zeta-Jones?? Please use as much detail as you see fit. or alot. you could also use a lot.

amazing. My lips touched her lips and then they didn't. Pretty standard stuff.

How was it working with our One True God Nicholas Cage? I need to also know whether you are also a Nicolite. Surely you are. No one can resist after meeting Him and His godly blaze. Also, have you kept in touch with Him? If you have, does He know He is being worshiped?

It was heavenly working with the God amongst men know here on Earth as Nic Cage. Nicolite till the day I die and hopefully go to Heaven where ironically Nic is the boss too.

Do you feel cheated for not being part of the Big 3 in the Hangover?

Nope. The Big 3 is all in your mind.

You are 1 month older than your co-star Andrew Rannells. Do you pull rank?

That's not the only thing I pull. (sorry, couldn't help myself)

Really?! Your mother is here!

she left

First off, thanks for doing this AMA, big fan. What is your favorite film that you have been a part of and why?

I really do love them all in different ways but I would say Gigli because it was my first film and I learned many a thing.

Can you open the safe?

Only if it's mine

Do you think people who act in movies deserve millions of dollars for it?

In a perfect world, no. Teachers, soldiers and charity workers should make that money. As you know we do not live in said world so in that case...depends on how much money the movies make.

What initially got you into acting and what has been your most challenging role thus far?

I broke my wrist trying out for my high school tennis team and needed something to do. Saw that there were a bunch of cute girls in the drama department so I tried out for A Midsummer Nights Dream.
I think my most challenging role was probably Max in Lend Me a Tenor.

1. Do you have any funny stories from filming the Hangover movies?
2. Who of your co-stars in the Hangover movies is the nicest person?
3. The first movie I saw you in was National Treasure. How was working with Nic Cage?

First please explain your handle. I must know.

Did you like kissing Andrew Rannels?

Depends on what he ate for lunch.

I think my favorite bit from you ever was "Albuquerque. See? I can do it too. Snorkel." Such great delivery.

THank you! I made that up! tidbit.

Did everyone know that Gigli was an awful film when it was being made or did that just become apparent during the fallout? As a supplemental question, have you ever incorporated the phrase "it's turkey time; gobble, gobble" into your own repertoire?

Nobody sets out to make a bad movie and nobody involved thought it was bad until there were studio forced reshoots and the original cut was taken away from it's brilliant director.
As for the supplemental question, yes, as much as possible.

What's your most favorite song that you've ever sang? Be honest!

on stage or in the shower? I've been singing a lot of Kendrick Lamar in my car these days.

This question is for your mom. Can you tell us Justin's most embarrassing childhood story?

Mom left the building but I'm sure she would love to do a Reddit at a later time

Can you give us any new scoop on the final Hangover movie?? :) Very excited!!!

The scoop is that you will be satisfied and that it is the last Hangover. (And we will be back in Vegas)

Who is your favorite actor to work with?

Jesse Eisenberg

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First scene of the movie with Zach in the jockstrap. No way!

Do you have any regrets about being in Gigli?

No regrets. One of the most amazing experiences of my life.

I know you are a WB.Michigan native just want to let your know... its 30 degrees and gray here in Michigan... Enjoy that sunshine. (sarcasm)

Michigan 4eva! Midwest is the best.

You've been my celebrity crush ever since National Treasure. I'd take you over Nicholas Cage any day.

That is very sweet and fiscally irresponsible

How are you doing today?

Really good. Thanks. Hope you are the same.

What's it like working with Andrew Rannells? I imagine him to be very nice.

Also thanks for doing an AMA. Love you in The New Normal!

He's a very nice man. THANK YOU!

Hi, I think you are just awesome. Will you have a more central role in the Hangover film? I'd love to see some more Doug this time round!

THank you so much. Doug is the only character with his feet firmly planted on the ground. He has too much common sense to always be there.

My friend is convinced you get paid more than Andrew Rannels because you are not 'obviously gay' yet have to kiss men. Can you state for the record that this is not true?

Also, I love David and the show. Can't wait to see more of it!

That is not how it works. Your friend is waaaayyyy wrong. And thank you

What's your fondest memory while working on The Hangover movies? Any funny stories?

My fondest memory is just going through such a rare experience with such a great group of people. The funny stories are all in the movie.

What are your views on being gay & gay rights ( born or chosen, marriage equality or not )?

born and equal because we should all be born equal.

I saw you on broadway in "All New People" awhile back and you were great!! Definitely one of my favorite actors :)

How is stage acting different than acting for tv or film? Is acting for tv much different than film?

And thanks for doing an AMA!!!

THANK YOU SO MUCH! Stage acting is immediate and you get to play a character from beginning to end. TV is faster paced than film. You are very welcome.

Hey Justin! Thanks for doing this. Can you give us any idea of what it was like to portray Stiv Bators in the upcoming CBGB movie?

Has there ever been a role that you just didn't enjoy the project? Doesn't have to be about others involved, but maybe you just didn't like the filming format, the subject matter, location, etc.

Thanks again!

It was surreal to play Stiv. I was nervous because I wanted to do him right and excited to be as close as I probably ever will get to being a rock star. There's no role I haven't enjoyed. I'm too lucky to not find some kind of pleasure in each one.

What the most important things you will be missing after the last The Hangover movie?

Laughing at work

Headline: Studio Shocker! Bartha Sez set of New Normal is Devoid of Laughs

Headline: Nobody cares what Bartha sez.

I hope you had a good Passover! If not, I hope at least 'David' had a good Passover. :) Have a lovely day.

Mazel

Hey Justin, automatic points in my book for doing an AMA. What is your favorite stage memory, and who was your favorite person in the theater community to work with?

I was doing a scene with Tony Shaloub in Lend Me A Tenor and a mouse ran across the stage. Tony and I improved something about calling housekeeping. I would say Tony, Stanley Tucci and the everyone at Tenor was my favorite.

Do you have any funny stories from the set of the National Treasure movies?

Many but most wouldn't be too funny to you I'm sure.

Hi my name is justin. So cool name ya got there!

Thanks Justin. I never liked the name much.

Is THe New Normal on tonight after The Voice?

YES! THE VOICE, then go on, THEN THE NEW NORMAL! Great episode tonight. I promise.

If there's any actor/actress you would like to work with who would it be?

There are way too many to name. Deniro, Duvall, Shirley Maclaine to name a few. I really like Adam Driver on Girls.

How's it like working with Ryan Murphy?

He is very sharp and very passionate and very talented. So...great.

Who has been the most interesting director or actor that you have worked with?

I was lucky enough to work with Sidney Lumet on an HBO movie that never aired. That was a dream come true. Also, Martin Brest is amazing.

Is there any role which you haven't gotten and were really gutted about? Or is there a specific role you'd love to play in the future?

Never gutted, only dissapointed and then onto the next. I'd love to play Bob Marley.

Would you also like to sing on The New Normal like Andrew?

I would but you wouldn't want to hear it.

Hi Justin! Is Andrew Rannells as awesome as be seems?

You would not be disappointed

I was so obsessed with you in high school, from Failure to Launch and National Treasure. I just remember being pissed that in National Treasure II, you did not, indeed, get to call the shots after finding a treasure that redefined humanity like NicCage promised. This is the shit that keeps me up at night.

PLEASE GET SOME REST!

If you could pick any old movie to have been a part of, what would it be and why?

Il Sorpasso. Italy, 50's, Gassman.

Does Mike Tyson's face tattoo look good in person?

yes

Are you on Twitter?

nope

Just for fun =) Would you rather live in the world of Harry Potter or the world of Hobbit?

Happy Potter for sure. I'm short enough already.

What the hell is on Page 47?

secrets.

Would you rather fight 100 duck sized horses or 1 horse sized duck???

1 horse sized duck for sure