A new comedy film titled "Nonnas," featuring Joe Manganiello in the cast, is set for release on Netflix. The movie draws inspiration from the real-life story of Jody Scaravella and his unique Italian restaurant concept.
The film centers on a man who decides to open an Italian restaurant staffed by local grandmothers as chefs after experiencing the loss of his mother. This premise forms the heartwarming foundation for the story.
Vince Vaughn stars in the movie as Joe Scaravella, the character based on the restaurant's founder. The cast also includes Susan Sarandon, Lorraine Bracco, Talia Shire, Brenda Vaccaro, Drea de Matteo, Linda Cardellini, Campbell Scott, and Michael Rispoli.
Joe Manganiello takes on the role of Bruno in the ensemble. Director Stephen Chbosky helmed the film, working from a screenplay written by Liz Maccie. Manganiello discussed details about the movie's background, including finding a connection with Chbosky through their shared history attending rival high schools. [(Source)](https://www.today.com/video/joe-manganiello-talks-nonnas-stephen-chbosky-friendship-more-238537798002)
The restaurant portrayed in the film is Enoteca Maria, located in Staten Island, New York. Scaravella's idea was to feature grandmothers, or 'nonnas,' from various regions of Italy, bringing their authentic home cooking to the menu.
Netflix previewed the upcoming comedy, sharing a first look at the film's premise and characters. [(Source)](https://ew.com/vince-vaughn-restaurant-italian-grandmothers-nonnas-exclusive-first-look-11709687)
The film will become available for streaming on May 9, 2025. The trailer for Nonnas provides a glimpse into the comedy and emotional elements of the story. [(Source)](https://youtu.be/rDJxJd3FzDY)
Manganiello also shared whether he had the chance to visit the real Enoteca Maria restaurant that inspired the movie.
In the film's trailer, Vaughn's character reflects on the motivation behind the restaurant: "I’m going through my mom and nonna’s recipes, and then I realized food is love. So, I want to open an Italian restaurant.”
