Colman Domingo to Direct 'Scandalous' Biopic on Kim Novak and Sammy Davis Jr.

Sydney Sweeney and David Jonsson are set to star in the Miramax film, exploring the controversial 1950s romance.

Sydney Sweeney will portray Kim Novak, while David Jonsson takes on the role of Sammy Davis Jr. in the film 'Scandalous.'
Colman Domingo, known for his acclaimed roles in 'Rustin' and 'Sing Sing,' will make his feature directorial debut with this project.
The biopic will focus on the secretive love affair between Novak and Davis Jr., highlighting the racial tensions and scrutiny they faced.
Production is planned to begin in Los Angeles after the completion of the third season of HBO's 'Euphoria,' in which both Domingo and Sweeney are involved.
The script for 'Scandalous' was penned by Matthew Fantaci, with Sydney Sweeney also serving as a producer alongside Tani Cohen and Bobby Roth.