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Fountain of Youth’ Prepares for Apple TV+ Debut with High-Stakes Heist and Family Drama

The Guy Ritchie-directed adventure starring Natalie Portman and John Krasinski premieres May 23, featuring groundbreaking shoots at the Pyramids of Giza and a streaming-first release.

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Eiza Gonzalez poses for portrait photographs to promote the film 'Fountain of Youth' in Paris, Monday, April 30, 2025. (AP Photo/Thomas Padilla)

Overview

  • The film follows estranged siblings, played by Natalie Portman and John Krasinski, on a global quest to find the mythical Fountain of Youth while evading authorities and mysterious protectors.
  • Directed by Guy Ritchie, the movie emphasizes family dynamics over romance, setting it apart from traditional adventure films like Indiana Jones.
  • Production included historic on-location shoots, such as being the first large-scale film to stage action sequences at Egypt’s Pyramids of Giza, including a helicopter landing and jeep explosion.
  • A real shipwreck set was constructed in a massive water tank at Leavesden Studio to film underwater scenes involving the RMS Lusitania.
  • As part of Apple TV+’s streaming-first strategy, the film bypasses theatrical release, reflecting the platform’s investment in high-budget original productions.