Glen Powell’s Barnstorm Signs First-Look Deal with Universal Pictures

The deal follows Powell's breakout success in 2024, with Dan Cohen joining Barnstorm as a partner to produce theatrical films.

Glen Powell's production company, Barnstorm, has secured a first-look deal with Universal Pictures, expanding their collaboration after the success of 'Twisters.'
Dan Cohen, a veteran of 21 Laps, has joined Barnstorm as Powell's partner, bringing extensive experience from projects like 'Stranger Things' and 'Arrival.'
'Twisters,' starring Powell, broke domestic box office records for a natural disaster film and became Peacock's most-watched film in its first two weeks of streaming.
Powell, who co-wrote and starred in Netflix's 'Hit Man,' was recently nominated for a Golden Globe for Best Actor in a Comedy or Musical.
Barnstorm aims to produce bold, impactful stories, with Powell emphasizing a philosophy of creating films that resonate with both creators and audiences.