Director James Cullen Bressack, known for his collaborations with action legends including Bruce Willis, is set to release his latest film The Workout this year. The film centers on Army Ranger Wyatt Park and his pregnant wife Becca, whose routine workout video shoot is violently disrupted by a mob hit, triggering a gripping revenge quest.
When Becca is tragically killed during the attack, Wyatt and his brother-in-law Levi vow to seek justice, recording their mission of vengeance on camera for the surviving child. This Bruce Willis action thriller collaboration brings a fresh take on the found-footage genre, blending intense combat with powerful storytelling.
Filming Style and Production Details
Cinematographer Bryan Koss, whose previous work includes collaborations with Bruce Willis in Survive the Game and the Mel Gibson-led Hot Seat, infuses The Workout with a raw and muscular visual tone. Koss’s expertise enhances the film’s gritty realism, pushing the boundaries of the found-footage format to create a visceral cinematic experience.
Produced by Jarrett Furst and Ben Stobber, with executive producers Mario Niccolò Messina and Valentina Cau, the film is distributed by Anchor Bay Entertainment in partnership with Insurgence. The production promises to deliver relentless martial arts action combined with an emotional storyline.
When and Where to Watch ‘The Workout’
After its premiere at Fantastic Fest 2024, The Workout will be available to audiences in select theaters across the United States from August 27, offering a limited event run for fans of high-octane cinema. Home viewers won’t have to wait long, as the movie will arrive on VOD and Blu-ray on October 28, just in time for the Halloween season.
A Powerful Cast Featuring Action and MMA Talent
The cast of The Workout is led by Peter Jae as Wyatt Park, joined by Josh Kelly portraying Levi, and Galadriel Stineman as Becca. UFC bantamweight fighter Ashlee Evans-Smith makes her striking feature film debut, adding authentic martial arts credibility. The ensemble also includes Kristos Andrews, Augie Duke, David Josh Lawrence, and BJ Hendricks, creating a strong lineup of performers known for their work in intense dramas and action projects.
This talented group, combined with Bressack’s direction and Bryan Koss’s cinematography, sets the stage for an action thriller that balances personal stakes with explosive combat sequences, appealing to fans of both genre filmmaking and martial arts.
