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Jesse Armstrong’s 'Mountainhead' Trailer Unveiled, Showcasing Satirical Take on Tech Billionaires

The first trailer for Armstrong's directorial debut teases a dark comedy about four tech moguls grappling with a global crisis they may have exacerbated.

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Overview

  • The trailer for 'Mountainhead,' Jesse Armstrong's feature-length directorial debut, was released on April 22, 2025, highlighting its satirical critique of tech billionaires.
  • Steve Carell, Jason Schwartzman, Cory Michael Smith, and Ramy Youssef star as wealthy tech executives reuniting at an alpine retreat during escalating global unrest.
  • The plot explores themes of wealth, power, and media influence, with characters confronting their potential culpability in a worldwide crisis fueled by disinformation and economic instability.
  • Production wrapped earlier this month after a rapid filming schedule in Park City, Utah, with the film set to premiere on HBO and Max on May 31, 2025.
  • Key moments in the trailer include a call from the U.S. President and sharp dialogue critiquing the impact of social media platforms on global events.