Unstoppable (2024 film)
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| Directed by | William Goldenberg |
| Written by | John Hindman |
| Based on | Unstoppable: From Underdog to Undefeated: How I Became a Champion by |
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| Starring | |
| Cinematography | Salvatore Totino |
| Edited by | Brett M. Reed |
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| Distributed by | Amazon MGM Studios |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
Unstoppable is an upcoming American biographical sports drama film directed by William Goldenberg in his directorial debut, written by John Hindman, and it is based on the book of the same name by Anthony Robles (also serves as producer) and Austin Murphy. It is produced by Ben Affleck and Matt Damon through Artists Equity, and Elaine Goldsmith-Thomas through Nuyorican Productions. It stars Jharrel Jerome as Robles[1], with the supporting cast that includes Jennifer Lopez, Bobby Cannavale, Michael Peña, and Don Cheadle.[2][3]
Unstoppable will be released by Amazon MGM Studios.
Cast
- Jharrel Jerome as Anthony Robles
- Jennifer Lopez as Judy Robles
- Bobby Cannavale
- Michael Peña
- Don Cheadle
Production
The project was announced in March 2023, with William Goldenberg set to direct in his directorial debut. Goldenberg has collaborated with filmmaker Ben Affleck as film editor for Gone Baby Gone, Argo, Live by Night, and Air. Affleck and Matt Damon will serve as producers through the Artists Equity banner. It was also announced that Jennifer Lopez will star in the movie, with Jharrel Jerome playing as Anthony Robles.[4][5]
Principal photography began in Los Angeles in May 2023, but it was halted two weeks later due to the 2023 Writers Guild of America strike.[6] On December 12, 2023, principal photography has resumed after the end of the 2023 SAG-AFTRA strike, with Don Cheadle, Michael Peña, and Bobby Cannavale joining the cast.[7]
Release
Unstoppable will be released by Amazon MGM Studios.
References
- ^ D'Alessandro, Anthony (17 March 2023). "Jharrel Jerome To Star As Wrestler Anthony Robles Alongside Jennifer Lopez In 'Unstoppable' From Artists Equity And Amazon". Deadline Hollywood.
- ^ D'Alessandro, Anthony. "Artists Equity Is 'Unstoppable' With Jennifer Lopez; Company In Final Talks With Amazon Studios For Second Team-Up Before 'Air' Opens – The Dish". Deadline Hollywood.
- ^ D'Alessandro, Anthony (5 December 2023). "Jennifer Lopez & Jharrel Jerome Pic 'Unstoppable' From Artists Equity Returns To Filming Next Week; Don Cheadle, Michael Peña & Bobby Cannavale Join Cast As Amazon MGM Boards". Deadline Hollywood.
- ^ D'Alessandro, Anthony. "Artists Equity Is 'Unstoppable' With Jennifer Lopez; Company In Final Talks With Amazon Studios For Second Team-Up Before 'Air' Opens – The Dish". Deadline Hollywood.
- ^ D'Alessandro, Anthony (17 March 2023). "Jharrel Jerome To Star As Wrestler Anthony Robles Alongside Jennifer Lopez In 'Unstoppable' From Artists Equity And Amazon". Deadline Hollywood.
- ^ Grobar, Matt (31 May 2023). "Jennifer Lopez Pic 'Unstoppable' Halts Production For Day Amid WGA Picketing". Deadline Hollywood.
- ^ D'Alessandro, Anthony (5 December 2023). "Jennifer Lopez & Jharrel Jerome Pic 'Unstoppable' From Artists Equity Returns To Filming Next Week; Don Cheadle, Michael Peña & Bobby Cannavale Join Cast As Amazon MGM Boards". Deadline Hollywood.