Summary

With someamazing Powell performancesbehind him , it makes signified that spectator would be rum about what ’s next for rising star Powell . While particular are sparse on some of Powell ’s coming labor , they include collaborations with applaud film producer such as Edgar Wright and J.J. Abrams , enchanting dramatic play found on straight stories , and even a sequel to one of his openhanded successes . The future tense looks burnished for Powell , as he ’s proven his power as a formidable leading adult male , and audiences have been incredibly open to his most late outings as an histrion .

6Huntington

Glen Powell as Becket Redfellow

Glen Powell will asterisk inthe coming A24 revenge thrillerHuntingtonfrom director John Patton Ford . Huntingtonfollows Becket Redfellow ( Powell ) , the heritor to a multibillion - dollar portion who will stop at nothing to get what he deserve , or at least what he thinks he deserves . Powell will be fall in by Ed Harris and Margaret Qualley in supporting roles ( viaDeadline ) . StudioCanal is in full financing the picture show , and as of July 2024 , output has start up with an expected 2025 firing date .

Huntingtonfeatures a screenplay from Ford that was loosely based on the 1949 crime comedyKind Hearts and Coronetsby Robert Hamer and John Dighton . This British classic lampoon the upper class and sport Alec Guinness playing eight different eccentric . Ford is know for antecedently guide theunderrated Aubrey Plaza movieEmily the Criminal , a unequalled offence thriller about a young fair sex whose student debt drew her into the criminal underworld .

Ford say in a argument aboutHuntingtton’srelease that he feels “ tremendously privileged to make this film with StudioCanal , Blueprint Pictures , and Participant , ” highlighting his pleasure about the fact that these companies"have choose to make an original and progressive pic ” before adding , “ Glen Powell is the frosting on the bar . ” StudioCanal CEO Anna Marsh , Ron Halpern , and Joe Naftalin also released a joint statement saying they were “ blown away by John ’s film Emily The Criminal at Sundance ” and described his script forHuntingtonas “ wildly entertaining . ”

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5Monsanto

Glen Powell as Brent Wisner

The upcoming legal dramaMonsantowas acquired by Netflix following a positive receipt at the Cannes Film Festival ( viaVariety.)Monsantowill severalise the true story of Brent Wisner , an upstart attorney who have on the motor hotel case against the gargantuan U.S. chemical company Monsanto on behalf of Dewayne “ Lee ” Johnson , used the company ’s weed killer Roundup , and developed cancer . However , during the run , Monsanto Company ’s chief toxicologist testified to the safety of their product .

Powell stars as Wisner , who will be join by Anthony Mackie as Johnson and Laura Dern as toxicologist Dr. Melinda Rogers . Monsantois directed by John Lee Hancock , who is known for having antecedently made films such asThe Blind SideandThe Founder . Hancock describedMonsantoas a contemporaneous David vs. Goliath storyand said his ambition was to tell a “ smart , serious-minded and commercial-grade legal drama that takes the hearing on a human journeying . ”

Powell spoke positively about his role inMonsantoand enounce that he has always been fascinated by the truthful stories “ of ordinary people against extraordinary odds . ” Speaking of the importance of the film , Powell said , “ This level encapsulate that spirit with a critical issue that strike us all . ” ultimately , Powell added , " It ’s a exclusive right to bring it to audiences with an olympian film maker and powerful cast . ”

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4The Running Man

Glen Powell as TBC

Director Edgar Wrightis set to direct a new adaption of Stephen King’sThe Running Manfor Paramount Pictures . Glen Powell will star in this adaptation , which project to re - imagine the story for Modern audiences and act asa remake of the previous 1987 flick version asterisk Arnold Schwarzenegger(viaVariety . ) This dystopian novel was first publish by King under the pseudonym Richard Bachman and features a telecasting show where convict criminal ' runners ' must escape death at the hands of professional killers .

Wright is well get it on for directing the satiric zombie filmShaun of the Dead , which starred his frequent collaborator Simon Pegg . In recent class , Wright has also write and directed acclaimed lineament such asBaby DriverandLast Night in Soho . Screenwriter Michael Bacall will co - writeThe pass Manscript with Wright ( viaThe Wrap . ) Bacall co - wrote the script for Wright ’s old film , Scott Pilgrim vs. the World , as well as other projects such as21 Jump StreetandProject X.

Currently , Powell is the only role player attached toThe Running Manand will in all likelihood be playing the novel and previous film supporter , Ben Richards , an impoverished resident of the fabricated Co - Op City . The narrative centers on I. A. Richards ' dire plea to profit money for his gravely inauspicious daughter by participating in the vehement reality showThe Running Man . The show play along I. A. Richards being act on by several hunting watch who have been sent to down him .

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3Backdraft

A newremake of Kurt Russell ’s 1991 Oscar - nominated thrillerBackdraftis apparently in development , with Glen Powell tie . This original pic was channelize by Ron Howard with a playscript from Gregory Wildenand keep an eye on two rival fireman and brothers who team up to investigate a serial of fires involving O - induced infernos prognosticate backdrafts in Chicago . Russell led the celluloid with an impressive ensemble form that also include Jennifer Jason Leigh , Donald Sutherland , and Robert De Niro .

Now , more than 30 years afterward , it looks likeBackdraftis define to return with Powell . This was announce by Brian Grazer , a manufacturer and co - founding father of Imagine Entertainment , during aCNBCinterview . Grazer mentioned the project when discussing his work with Imagine Entertainment , and he sing about several forthcoming task , include one with Powell’sAnyone But Youco - star Sydney Sweeney .

Some viewers may question if it ’s necessary to make aBackdraftremake at this gunpoint , as it was a substantial action film with special effects that still give up today . The original Backdraft get three Academy Award nomination for Best Visual Effects , Best Sound , and Best Sound Editing , which was a testament to its impressive visuals and impact . However , with a rising whiz like Powell at the helm and the welfare of the better potential of special outcome , Backdraftwill be a cracking opportunity to better upon an already dear moving picture and reintroduce it to modern audiences .

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2Untitled J.J. Abrams Movie

accord toThe Hollywood Reporter , J.J. Abrams has eyeball Glen Powell for his next movie . While plot of ground details are under wraps , report indicate that Powell is in early discussion to star in Abrams ' next film , although no deals have yet been confirmed . It realize sentience that Abrams and Powell would choose to work together , as the two have already collaborate as producer on the documentary filmThe Blue Angels , a moving picture about the Blue Angels pilot of the United States Navy .

Abrams made a name for himself with impressive television credits , such as being the Jehovah of the thriller sci - fi seriesAliasand co - creator of the iconic enigma seriesLost . Having revived franchise such asStar TrekandStar Warson the expectant screen , Abrams ' next moving picture with Powell has the potential to become a major approaching release . While detail of this project are few and far between , the approximation of Abrams and Powell working together on a feature article film is sure enough an exciting vista .

1Top Gun 3

Lieutenant Jake “Hangman” Seresin

Glen Powell has made a name for himself in late year as one of Hollywood ’s most attempt - after up - and - coming actors . A significant factor in Powell ’s recent surge in popularity was his stand function in the bequest subsequence , Top Gun : Maverick . This long - awaited sequel to the 1986 filmTop Gunexceeded audiences ' expectations by gaining an Academy Award nomination for Best Picture , becoming the highest - grossing pic of Tom Cruise ’s calling , and taking in an stupefying $ 1.496 billion at the global box office ( viaBox Office Mojo . )

While it has not been officially affirm that Powell will repeat his function in a subsequence toTop Gun : Maverick , he is expected to return toTop Gun 3,which is presently in the work at Paramount ( viaVariety . ) Reportedly , Top Gun : Maverickco - writer Ehren Kruger will pen the script for this sequel , and the studio apartment hop that Joseph Kosinski will yield as director . Powell could return with Cruise and co - star Miles Teller for another thrilling story filled with high - altitude excitement .

Whilethe storyline forTop Gun 3has not been revealed , Miles Teller has previously discuss a potentialTop Gun : Mavericksequel demand his character Rooster , the son of Maverick ’s tardy best protagonist , Goose . As Powell played Roosters rival LT Jake " Hangman " Seresin , there are plenty of opportunity for him to be regard in this sequel . Whatever plot line the filmmakers decide to pursue , ifTop Gun 3can wield the achiever of its predecessor , it will be another impressive addition toGlen Powell’srecent live streak of herald function that unite with audiences and critic alike .

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Sources : Deadline , Variety , Variety , The Wrap , CNBC , The Hollywood Reporter , Giant Freakin Robot , Box Office Mojo , Variety

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