Pedro Pascal is reportedly in negotiations to lead the next film from Tony Gilroy, the creator of Andor, marking a new collaboration between the actor and filmmaker. The project, titled Behemoth!, is set to be produced by Disney-owned Searchlight Pictures and is currently shrouded in secrecy, with only hints about its focus on a cellist revealed so far.
Background and Context of the Collaboration
Pascal and Gilroy have recently contributed to major Disney properties, with Pascal starring in The Mandalorian and Gilroy serving as executive producer on Andor. Their upcoming project signals a significant tonal shift, centering around a character different from their previous sci-fi and superhero ventures. Though the exact plot of Behemoth! remains undisclosed, Gilroy has previously indicated that the story involves a cellist, suggesting a more intimate narrative.
Pascal has yet to finalize his involvement, but sources close to the negotiations indicate a positive trajectory, with Pascal expressing strong interest in the role. This potential film adds to Pascal’s demanding schedule, which has included his recent appearance in Marvel Studios’ Fantastic Four, alongside two A24 projects, Materialists and Eddington. Earlier in 2024, he also featured in The Last of Us Season 2, and has high-profile projects such as Gladiator II and The Wild Robot slated for later this year.
Gilroy’s Career Shift Following ‘Andor’
Following the critical success and strong fan reception of Andor, Tony Gilroy appears to be moving away from the Star Wars universe, despite public calls for him to continue with more projects under Lucasfilm’s banner. His involvement in Andor and earlier work on Rogue One required intensive effort, and Behemoth! seems to reflect his desire to pursue a smaller-scale, perhaps more personal film. The title itself, Behemoth!, implies that there could be additional layers or surprises within the story beyond the initial cellist theme.
Behemoth! will mark Gilroy’s fourth directed feature, following his work on Michael Clayton, Duplicity, and The Bourne Legacy. Despite an extensive screenwriting history, including several Jason Bourne films, Gilroy’s directorial projects remain select and purposeful.
Pedro Pascal’s Career Outlook and Future Commitments
Pascal’s ongoing and upcoming roles indicate a busy future in film and television. In 2026, he is scheduled to reprise his role as Din Djarin in The Mandalorian & Grogu as well as return as Reed Richards in the Avengers: Doomsday film. These commitments underline his status as a major talent within the Disney and Marvel ecosystem, even as he explores projects like Behemoth! that may offer him different creative challenges.
