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Jon Cryer just reunited with Joy Behar on The View to revisit a 1987 film filled with on-set tension. The 60-year-old actor sat down with cohosts Friday, but Behar wasted no time airing decades-old grievances about their collaboration on Hiding Out.
🔥 Quick Facts
- Film: Hiding Out, a comedy-drama that premiered November 6, 1987
- Director: Bob Giraldi allegedly treated Behar poorly during production
- Behar’s Role: Played minor character Gertrude in the ensemble cast
- Cryer’s News: Currently joining The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee off-Broadway May 11
40 Years of Unresolved Set Drama
Joy Behar, now 83, didn’t hold back during Friday’s interview when discussing her 1987 experience on Hiding Out. The comedian revealed that director Bob Giraldi created a hostile environment that left her in tears during filming. Behar said the director “wasn’t nice to me,” forcing her to cope with the emotional toll at the time. Her candid recollection shocked audiences and highlighted how challenging film sets could be decades ago.
Cryer, who led the cast as Andrew Morenski, a Boston stockbroker forced into hiding as a high school student, seemed unbothered by the revelation. He responded with humor when Behar mentioned her on-air retaliation against Giraldi after production wrapped. “See, so it all worked out,” Cryer quipped, suggesting time heals all wounds.
Jon Cryer visits The View, joins Joy Behar in recalling 1987 film friction
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A Rare Film Industry Confrontation
The box-office flop earned only $7 million against its production budget at the theatrical box office. Critics were equally unforgiving, with the film holding just a 38 percent rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Yet despite commercial failure, the movie remains memorable for casting Cryer in his star-making role alongside rising talent. Behar played Gertrude, a minor part, but her time on set clearly left lasting impressions.
What made Behar unique was her willingness to publicly address the negativity years later. She revealed that after production ended, she “trashed him on TV, mercilessly,” referencing her history as a comedic commentator. This rare glimpse into on-set dynamics showed how performers sometimes channeled their frustrations into their professional work.
Reunion Details and Cast Information
| Detail | Information |
| Film Title | Hiding Out |
| Release Date | November 6, 1987 |
| Director | Bob Giraldi |
| Lead Actor | Jon Cryer as Andrew Morenski |
| Behar Character | Gertrude (minor role) |
“The director wasn’t nice to me. So, I started crying. And then I trashed him on TV, mercilessly!”
— Joy Behar, on The View discussing Hiding Out production
Jon Cryer’s Comeback to the Theater
Cryer, best known for playing Alan Harper on Two and a Half Men, has returned to his theater roots. The actor recently announced he’s joining the cast of The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, an off-Broadway musical revival. Beginning May 11, 2026, Cryer will take on the role of Vice Principal Douglas Panch at New World Stages. This marks his first significant New York stage appearance in 15 years. The timing of his View appearance perfectly promoted his theatrical comeback.
Cryer’s return to live performance represents a major career pivot. The comedian said the reunion with Behar proved that “destiny always brings us back together,” suggesting warmth between the former costars despite the production’s troubled history. His gracious response to Behar‘s allegations showed maturity and perspective about Hollywood’s past.
Why Does This Moment Matter Today?
This reunion shines a spotlight on conversation about on-set behavior and workplace dynamics that lasted 39 years unresolved. Behar‘s willingness to address Giraldi‘s conduct on national television validates experiences many performers kept private. Though Hiding Out faded from cultural memory, the View appearance reminded audiences that behind every failed movie lie real stories of creative conflict. Will Cryer‘s stage success overshadow the film’s legacy?
Sources
- Entertainment Weekly – Joy Behar’s allegations regarding Hiding Out director and on-set conduct
- People Magazine – Jon Cryer joining The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee announcement
- Playbill – Details about Cryer’s off-Broadway role and theater comeback performance dates
