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Steven Spielberg makes surprise appearance at London pub quiz
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Steven Spielberg makes surprise appearance at London pub quiz

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  • Director Steven Spielberg made a surprise appearance at a London pub quiz focused on his films.
  • He attended the event with actor Colman Domingo, who stars in Spielberg's latest film, 'Disclosure Day'.
  • Spielberg was in London to promote his new movie, which is set to be released on June 12.

Steven Spielberg surprised patrons at a central London pub during a quiz night dedicated to his own filmography. The renowned director appeared at The Devonshire in Soho on Friday, accompanied by actor Colman Domingo, his co-star in the upcoming film 'Disclosure Day'.

The pub's co-owner, Oisรญn Rogers, shared that Spielberg had a "lovely time" and particularly enjoyed his Guinness. BBC Radio 1 film critic Ali Plumb, who hosted the event, expressed his disbelief on Instagram, posting pictures of the director mingling with pub-goers. A witty comment from former BBC Radio 2 host Zoe Ball referenced Spielberg's iconic film 'Jaws', suggesting the pub might need to be bigger for such a distinguished guest.

I also cannot believe this happened

โ€” Ali PlumbInstagram post reacting to Steven Spielberg's appearance at the pub quiz.

Spielberg is currently in London to promote 'Disclosure Day', which premiered in the UK on June 4. The film, also starring Emily Blunt, Josh O'Connor, Colin Firth, and Eve Hewson, is scheduled for release on June 12. It explores themes of aliens, a subject Spielberg has revisited from his earlier works like 'E.T.' and 'Close Encounters of the Third Kind', both of which earned him Oscar nominations.

You're going to need a bigger pub

โ€” Zoe BallComment on Ali Plumb's Instagram post, referencing Steven Spielberg's film 'Jaws'.
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