Will Tracy
Writing
Biography
Will Tracy is a prominent writer, producer, and actor in the industry, renowned for his dark comedic works such as The Menu and Succession. He began his career at The Onion, a satirical newspaper, before transitioning to writing for television shows like Last Week Tonight with John Oliver, where he contributed to 58 episodes and won Emmy Awards. Later, he worked as a writer and producer on Succession, co-wrote the screenplay for The Menu (2022) with Seth Reiss, inspired by a real-life experience at a fine dining restaurant. He also created and wrote The Regime (2024), a television miniseries, and penned the screenplay for Bugonia (2025), a sci-fi comedy directed by Yorgos Lanthimos. Additionally, he has appeared in small acting roles, such as in Succession.
Known For
A half-hour satirical look at the week in news, politics and current events.
Last Week Tonight with John Oliver
Follow the lives of the Roy family as they contemplate their future once their aging father begins to step back from the media and entertainment conglomerate they control.
Succession
Two conspiracy obsessed young men kidnap the high-powered CEO of a major company, convinced that she is an alien intent on destroying planet Earth.
Bugonia
A young couple travels to a remote island to eat at an exclusive restaurant where the chef has prepared a lavish menu, with some shocking surprises.
The Menu
The story of one year within the walls of the palace of a modern European regime as it begins to unravel.
The Regime
A group of billionaire friends get together against the backdrop of a rolling international crisis.