Overview

• Jason Segel has been confirmed as the lead in 'Sponsor,' a psychological thriller co-written by Segel and director James Ponsoldt.
• The film follows Peter, a man forced to choose between prison or a recovery program, where his sponsor's methods turn his life into a nightmare.
• 'Sponsor' is being sold at the Cannes Film Festival, with UTA handling North American rights and mk2 managing international sales.
• Platinum Dunes, known for 'A Quiet Place' and 'The Purge,' is producing the film, continuing its focus on high-concept thrillers.
• Casting for the pivotal role of Jerry, Peter's enigmatic sponsor, is still underway as production plans advance.