Michael McKean and John Michael Higgins are priceless as Stefan Vanderhoof and Scott Donlan, a gay couple from New York City.

CNN: graphic

Meanwhile, Akyroyd plays a potential love interest -- described as "charming and successful" -- that Fran's ex Peter (John Michael Higgins) sets up for her.

CNN: STORY HIGHLIGHTS

Guest himself takes the role of the director, and brings along his usual repertory players, including Bob Balaban, Michael McKean, Eugene Levy, and John Michael Higgins.

NEWYORKER: For Your Consideration

World number two Stephen Hendry faces Finland's Robin Hull, Paul Hunter is pitted against Malta's Tony Drago and John Higgins opens his campaign against local boy Michael Judge.

BBC: It's a very tough start for me