Comedian Nate Bargatze discussed the inspiration behind his idea for a family-fun theme park in Nashville and his upcoming new movie.
The actor and stand-up comic, who is known for his clean comedy routines, has spoken about how growing up in a Christian household has shaped his view, and in an appearance on “Fox & Friends” on Tuesday, Bargatze spoke about that influence on the theme park and also on his first feature film, “The Breadwinner,” which is out on May 29.
“If I was going to just focus on arenas or that kind of thing, it felt like it was going be too much me,” Bargatze said, recounting how he began to think about the $350 million amusement park idea.
“I wanted to focus on a place that I could have for people to bring their families to, and destinations to create memories with your families. I don’t think there’s a ton of that,” he said.
The nation’s top-selling comedian has partnered with California-based Storyland Studios to bring “Nateland” to his hometown of Nashville. The theme park will reportedly cost about $350 million and will span more than 100 acres, and will include retail shops, restaurants, and even a hotel.
According to The Wall Street Journal:
The still-evolving design for Nateland is divided into three sections based on the comedian’s roots in Tennessee, his career journey to New York and his expanding reach in the world beyond.
ADVERTISEMENTVisitors would enter through a 1990s-style mall. The area based on Bargatze’s local lore would include coasters and a “Donkey Dive” ride inspired by one of his jokes. The New York section would have street performers, live shows and a ride through a simulated Times Square with a New Year’s Eve ball drop. The third section would have stunt performances and interactive shows.
As for his upcoming movie, Bargatze plays Nate Wilcox, who becomes a stay-at-home dad for his three young daughters after his wife becomes the breadwinner in the family. The Emmy-nominated, Grammy-winning actor wanted the movie to be family-friendly and is making sure it is affordable.
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— Nate Bargatze (@natebargatze) May 8, 2026
“I talked to all the theaters, and we have a Nate rate discount for everybody… special pricing, lower prices. Just because everything’s expensive, and we want everybody to come out,” he told “Fox & Friends.”
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