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HBO Unveils First Teaser for Jesse Armstrong’s Film Debut, 'Mountainhead'

The satirical dark comedy, starring Steve Carell, explores billionaire culpability during global unrest and premieres May 31 on HBO and Max.

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Overview

  • The teaser introduces a story about four tech billionaires navigating personal conflicts and global crises at a luxurious alpine retreat.
  • Steve Carell, Jason Schwartzman, Ramy Youssef, and Cory Michael Smith lead the cast as ultra-wealthy moguls grappling with accusations of their platforms fueling misinformation and instability.
  • Jesse Armstrong, creator of 'Succession,' wrote, directed, and executive produced the film, marking his feature-length directorial debut.
  • Filming for the project wrapped in April 2025 after a rapid production cycle in Park City, Utah, with the release strategically timed for Emmy consideration.
  • The film critiques wealth disparity, social media’s role in spreading misinformation, and the detachment of the elite from global crises.