So That Happened

A Memoir

By: Jon Cryer

Narrated by: Jon Cryer

Length: 9 hrs and 8 mins

Publisher's summary

If it can happen in show business, it’s happened to Jon Cryer. Now he’s opening up for the first time and sharing his behind-the-scenes stories in a warmly endearing, sharply observed, and frankly funny look at life in Hollywood.

In 1986, Jon Cryer won over America as Molly Ringwald’s loyal and lovable best friend, Duckie, in the cult classic Pretty in Pink in a role that set the tone for his three-decade-long career in Hollywood. He went on to establish himself as one of the most talented comedic actors in the business, ultimately culminating in his current turn as Alan Harper on the massively popular sitcom Two and a Half Men.

With the instincts of a natural storyteller, Cryer charts his extraordinary journey in show business, illuminating his many triumphs and some missteps along the way. Filled with exclusive behind-the-scenes anecdotes, Cryer offers his own endearing perspective on Hollywood, the business at large, and the art of acting.

Cryer has worked with some of the biggest and most provocative names in the business, and here, for the first time, he details his experiences with Charlie Sheen, John Hughes, Robert Altman, Molly Ringwald, Demi Moore, Judd Nelson, and Christopher Reeve, among many others. He shares the intimate details of his friendships and relationships, pays tribute to his mentors, and explores the peculiar combination of heart, talent, and wisdom it takes to survive not just the bad times in a notoriously fickle industry but even the good times.

In this revealing, humorous, and introspective memoir, Cryer offers listeners a front-row seat as he reminisces about his life and experiences in showbiz over the past 30 years.

©2015 Jon Cryer (P)2015 Penguin Audio

Critic reviews

"Completely entertaining. Cryer addresses Charlie Sheen’s fall from grace to the reader’s satisfaction, but the real gems are the insightful, self-deprecating tales from Cryer’s own career, from Pretty in Pink to Two and a Half Men’s 12-year-run." (GQ)

"A wry, self-deprecating and funny memoir that covers [Cryer’s] thirty-five-year career." (The Hollywood Reporter)

I hated Jon Cryer when I started this book ...

... but I must confess that I found his story and narration quite enjoyable. I thought I would be in for a book of Charlie Sheen gossip, but it was a very entertaining story of his life and I have a new respect for him.

His story telling was quite good and it very quickly separated him from his Alan Harper persona that I have grown to despise. Well worth the listen.

Jon, I take back all the nasty things I once said about you.

I Always like him now I love him.

This was the best biography I ever read. It was insightful on how theater, TV, and movies are made. I also feel as I got to know who Jon Cryer really is. Hearing him recount the stories of his life in his own words and voice was awesome. I loved the fact that he owned to the mistakes he's made and learned from them. I also enjoyed hearing his side of certain stories. Thanks for all the entertainment Jon. I've enjoyed watching you for years and look forward to many many more.

That was a fun ride…

I thoroughly enjoyed this audio book.
Jon Cryer is seriously an excellent story teller and kept me hooked from start to finish 🏁.

Thank you dude you made my night.

If your looking for biography of a man's rise to fame with honest to goodness stories of ups and downs then this book will do you justice.

A MUST GET .....LOTS OF LAUGHS

Jon Cryer is a funny and talented man. I enjoyed insights of his life. Both personally and professionally. Listened to the whole thing without stopping, enjoyed it very much. I also loved hearing about the roles he didn't get.

So fun to listen to!

I love hearing the autobiographies read by the authors. This one is no exception. I loved Ducky and listening to Jon tell stories about growing up, being Ducky, alternate movie endings, parts that got away was really entertaining.

This Boy's life

Simply Put , Cryer keeps us invested in his life... Excellent narration and inside scoop

Nice

Very good. Love the many stories. A few surprise belly laughs. When my wife found out that I was listening to the two and a half men co- star story, she stated that he was married to the Sex In The City star. Meaning Mathew Broderick. LOL

Just ok

Story was a tad boring in the middle. Found myself just waiting to hear about Charlie Sheen at the end. Also had to slow the speed down because Jon Cryer’s narration sounds fast. Just a tip. Sounds better slowed down. But I did get a few chuckles from the story. Funny guy.

I literally laughed out loud

There were so many times Jon made me laugh out loud with his stories. I enjoyed learning how he made his start and the adventures along the way. Great storytelling from an actor I first enjoyed in Pretty in Pink and enjoy in places I would not expect him to show up! Great book!

Very Enjoyable Tales of Jon's Showbiz Life

This was a very enjoyable 'audiobook', read by the author. I love to hear the person who's life it is about actually reading it, because there are tones and innuendo you don't get from someone else reading about your own life! Especially Jon. It is a candid look into his amazing careeer, keeping it real without being unnecissarily vulgar (he warns at the opening this is not a bed time story for the kiddos!). I respect that he offers his viewpoint and insights of Charlie Sheen's troubles, but if you're looking for a "tell-all" about that, you won't find that here. This is about Jon's life, remember?
As someone who has worked in and around the entertainment industry I super-appreciated (is that a word?) the details he goes into. He also explains well enough for someone not as familiar with the industry to understand the meaning and undercurrents of what is going on. We have a "Patti LuPone connection" as she played the mother on a TV show I stood in on for 3 years.
A very entertaining read/listen with a candid and honest peek into the serendipity that is "Hollywood" (and Broadway)!