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Steve Carell to Star in Jesse Armstrong’s Directorial Debut for HBO

The untitled film, featuring a cast of acclaimed actors, explores billionaire friendships during a global crisis and begins filming this month in Utah.

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Steve Carell poses at the opening night of "Uncle Vanya" on Broadway at The Vivian Beaumont at Lincoln Center Theater on April 24, 2024 in New York City.
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Overview

  • Jesse Armstrong, creator of the Emmy-winning series 'Succession,' is making his feature directorial debut with an untitled HBO film.
  • The movie stars Steve Carell, Jason Schwartzman, Ramy Youssef, and Cory Michael Smith as billionaire friends reuniting during an ongoing international crisis.
  • Filming is set to begin this month in Park City, Utah, with the film expected to premiere on HBO later this spring.
  • The project is Armstrong’s first major undertaking since the conclusion of 'Succession' in 2023, and he is both writing and directing the film.
  • HBO executives describe the film as a bold exploration of modern greed, power, and male ambition, with a cast and crew described as a 'dream team.'