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Dave Franco Reacts to Calls for Role as Alleged CEO Shooter Luigi Mangione

Franco acknowledges the internet buzz comparing him to Mangione but confirms no official offers have been made for a potential film portrayal.

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Left: Dave Franco at the premiere of "Together," Sundance Film Festival on Sunday, Jan. 26, 2025, at the Eccles Theatre in Park City, Utah. Right: Luigi Mangione being escorted into Manhattan Criminal court for his arraignment on state murder and terror charges, Monday, Dec. 23, 2024, in New York.

Overview

  • Dave Franco, 39, has received an unprecedented number of messages about his resemblance to Luigi Mangione, the 26-year-old accused of murdering UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in December 2024.
  • Franco and his wife, Alison Brie, discussed the comparisons during the Sundance Film Festival, where they were promoting their new film, 'Together.'
  • Despite widespread speculation and online fan-casting, Franco confirmed that no official offers to portray Mangione in a potential film have been made.
  • Mangione's case has drawn significant media attention, with two documentaries already in development exploring the murder, its societal implications, and the healthcare industry's role.
  • The internet's fascination with Mangione's appearance and background has sparked broader cultural commentary, including jokes on 'Saturday Night Live' and discussions about vigilante justice.