Adria Arjona, known for her roles in Andor and Splitsville, has been confirmed to co-star with Michael B. Jordan in Amazon MGM Studios’ reboot of the classic romantic heist movie The Thomas Crown Affair. The film is currently in production in London and is scheduled for a theatrical release on March 5, 2027. Arjona replaces Taylor Russell in the co-lead role following Russell’s departure.
Star-Studded Ensemble Joins the Production
The reboot features a high-profile cast that includes Kenneth Branagh, Lily Gladstone, Danai Gurira, Pilou Asbæk, and Aiysha Hart. Michael B. Jordan not only stars but also directs the film. The screenplay is penned by Drew Pearce, with previous drafts by Wes Tooke and Justin Britt-Gibson, inspired by the 1968 original starring Steve McQueen. The project is produced by Jordan and Elizabeth Raposo’s Outlier Society, alongside Charles Roven via Atlas Entertainment, with Patrick McCormick and Marc Toberoff also producing. Alan Trustman, the original film’s writer, holds an executive producer credit.
Adria Arjona’s Expanding Career Highlights
Arjona joins the project during a particularly successful period in her career. She recently gained critical acclaim for her role in the Star Wars series Andor, which earned 14 Primetime Emmy nominations, including Outstanding Drama Series. This film also marks another collaboration with Amazon MGM, following her appearance in Zoe Kravitz’s psychological thriller Blink Twice, alongside Naomi Ackie, Channing Tatum, Simon Rex, Christian Slater, and Geena Davis. Additionally, Arjona is set to star in the upcoming Prime Video series Criminal. Notably, DC Studios co-chief James Gunn recently praised her as a strong candidate for the role of Wonder Woman, although no official casting discussions have taken place; Arjona and Gunn previously worked together on the 2016 film The Belko Experiment.
Recent and Upcoming Projects Featuring Arjona
Aside from The Thomas Crown Affair, Arjona appears in the comedy Splitsville, which she also executive produced, starring opposite Dakota Johnson, Michael Angelo Covino, and Kyle Marvin. The film premiered to positive reception at the Cannes Film Festival and is slated for theatrical release on August 22. She has completed filming on A24’s action thriller Onslaught, directed by Adam Wingard, and recently starred in Richard Linklater’s Hit Man alongside Glen Powell. Arjona was awarded the Latino Breakout Award by the Latino Entertainment Journalists Association for her role in Los Frikis, a coming-of-age drama based on true events.
Her other notable credits include appearances in Father of the Bride, Irma Vep, Six Underground, Good Omens, Pacific Rim: Uprising, Emerald City, True Detective, and Narcos. Arjona is represented by agencies including CAA, Anonymous Content, Brillstein Entertainment Partners, Stone, Genow, Smelkinson, Binder & Christopher, LLP, and The Lede Company.
Reboot’s Anticipated Impact and Future Prospects
The reboot of The Thomas Crown Affair brings a fresh perspective to the timeless romantic thriller, combining a talented ensemble with Michael B. Jordan’s expanding creative role as lead and director. With a production team that honors the original’s legacy while offering a modernized vision, the film is expected to attract both fans of the classic and new audiences. Arjona’s addition solidifies her rising status in Hollywood, while the project marks another major step in Jordan’s career, signaling Amazon MGM’s commitment to revitalizing iconic properties with contemporary stars.
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