‘Code 3’: Paramedics at centre of engaging twisted dark comedy

Promotional poster for the Code 3 film.

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Have you ever watched an actor in a role and thought the part was clearly written with someone else in mind? That’s how I felt watching Code 3. Rainn Wilson is fantastic as Randy, the grumpy, burnt-out paramedic at the heart of the story. His attitude, cadence, and even his reactions felt like Bill Burr was living inside the script. Either the writers had Burr in mind, or Wilson just channelled him by accident.

You are reading this and wondering, Who the hell is Bill Burr? He's a Boston-born stand-up comedian known for his sharp, cynical takes on everyday life. His style blends anger, sarcasm, and blunt honesty, often making him sound like the funniest grump in the room. That same energy is what Rainn Wilson taps into in Code 3, whether intentionally or not.