Jesse Armstrong to Write HBO Film on Global Financial Crisis
The 'Succession' creator's next project follows the story of four friends navigating a turbulent economic crisis, with production expected to begin later this year.
- Jesse Armstrong, known for creating HBO's acclaimed series 'Succession,' is developing an original feature film for HBO Films.
- The untitled movie will focus on four friends coming together during an ongoing international financial crisis, exploring themes of economic and personal turmoil.
- Armstrong is collaborating with Frank Rich, a fellow executive producer from 'Succession,' on the film, which is being fast-tracked for production in 2025.
- The project marks Armstrong's return to film, following his Oscar-nominated work on the 2009 political satire 'In the Loop.'
- Casting discussions are underway, with Armstrong still writing the script for what is expected to be a sharp exploration of sociopolitical dynamics.