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Michelle Yeoh to Star in New Action Thriller 'The Surgeon' with Franchise Potential

The Cannes market launches international sales for the Roshan Sethi-directed film, featuring Yeoh as a retired surgeon turned combatant.

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Overview

  • Oscar-winning actress Michelle Yeoh will lead 'The Surgeon,' playing a retired surgeon forced into a life-or-death confrontation.
  • The film is written and directed by Roshan Sethi, a physician and co-creator of the medical drama series 'The Resident.'
  • Producers include Thunder Road's Basil Iwanyk and Erica Lee, known for their success with franchises like 'John Wick' and 'Sicario.'
  • Sales rights for the film are currently being offered at the Cannes market by Patrick Wachsberger’s 193 and JV 193.
  • The project is positioned as the first installment in a potential action franchise, though no release date has been announced.