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Jay Baruchel Cast as Daredevil Ken Carter in The Stunt Driver

Nov 17th 2024 11:53pm
In a Deadline exclusive, Jay Baruchel is set to reteam with director Michael Dowse (Goon) for The Stunt Driver, a film based on the true story of Canadian daredevil Ken Carter. Known as “The Mad Canadian,” Carter became a legend in the 1970s for attempting one of the most audacious stunts in history: launching a […]
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Sophie Turner in Talks to Play Lara Croft in Phoebe Waller-Bridge’s Tomb Raider Series

Nov 14th 2024 11:44pm
Sophie Turner, best known for her Emmy-nominated portrayal of Sansa Stark in Game of Thrones, is reportedly in negotiations to take on the iconic role of Lara Croft in Amazon’s upcoming Tomb Raider series. Sources confirm to Deadline that Turner is a frontrunner for the high-profile project, helmed by Emmy-winning creator Phoebe Waller-Bridge (Fleabag). While […]
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Daniel Day-Lewis Returns to Acting in ‘Anemone,’ Directed by Son Ronan Day-Lewis

Oct 2nd 2024 05:27am
Daniel Day-Lewis will return to acting in Anemone, directed by his son, Ronan Day-Lewis. The film, from Focus Features and Plan B, is Ronan’s directorial debut and marks Daniel Day-Lewis’ first role since 2017’s Phantom Thread, following his retirement announcement. The father-son team co-wrote the script, which explores familial relationships, particularly among fathers, sons, and […]
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Michelle Pfeiffer Joins Nicole Kidman and Elle Fanning in David E. Kelley’s Margo’s Got Money Troubles for Apple TV+

Sep 24th 2024 05:33am
Michelle Pfeiffer has joined the cast of Margo’s Got Money Troubles, an eight-episode series adaptation of Rufi Thorpe’s novel, for Apple TV+. The series is helmed by Pfeiffer’s husband, David E. Kelley. The story centers on Margo Millet (played by Elle Fanning), the daughter of a Hooters waitress and a former pro wrestler. After an […]