Claim: Jeff Goldblum starred in a film.

Igby Goes Down is a 2002 U.S. comedy-drama film that follows the life of Igby Slocumb , a rebellious and sardonic New York City teenager who attempts to break free of his familial ties and wealthy , overbearing mother . The film was written and directed by Burr Steers , and stars Kieran Culkin , Claire Danes , Jeff Goldblum , Susan Sarandon , Amanda Peet , Ryan Phillippe , Bill Pullman , and Jared Harris . It was given a limited theatrical release through United Artists on September 13 , 2002 in the United States .