Cynthia Erivo Joins 'Karoshi,' a Samurai-Inspired Corporate Thriller From John Wick Producers

The Lionsgate film, set in a Japanese-influenced New York City, begins production in June under director and writer Takashi Doscher.

Cynthia Erivo, fresh off her Oscar nomination for 'Wicked,' has been cast in the upcoming action thriller 'Karoshi.'
'Karoshi' is described as a corporate thriller with a samurai twist, produced by 87Eleven Entertainment, the team behind the John Wick franchise.
The film, written and directed by Takashi Doscher, will star Erivo alongside Teo Yoo ('Past Lives') and Isabel May ('1883').
Set in a Japanese-influenced New York City, the story reportedly includes a revenge-driven narrative, though specific plot and character details remain under wraps.
Production is scheduled to start in June, with no release date announced yet for the Lionsgate project.