Sam Claflin has become the latest addition to Taylor Sheridan’s growing creative world, but this time it is for a film rather than television. The star of Peaky Blinders and The Hunger Games has officially signed on to F.A.S.T., Sheridan’s first scripted feature film in four years, calling the role a career highlight. During an exclusive conversation with CBR ahead of the September 26 release of his new thriller All the Devils Are Here, Claflin shared limited details while expressing genuine enthusiasm. Noting a similarity to his own appearance, he remarked,
“I’ve got a very similar haircut.” – Sam Claflin
Though he remained tight-lipped about further specifics, Claflin admitted that working on this project feels like a dream come true. He conveyed excitement about the character he is portraying and the overall experience of filming in New York with a talented ensemble cast and strong writing. He said,
“I can’t say anything about it. Unfortunately, all I’m saying is, I’m having the time of my life, and [I’m] really enjoying exploring the character that I’m playing. It’s sort of very different to things I’ve done before. You know, it’s sort of, yeah, I can’t, I can’t spill the beans, because I don’t think there’s, I think it’s very limited information out there at the moment, but for me, it’s sort of a dream come true. Filming in New York with a great cast on great writing is just the dream as an actor. So yeah, I’m very, very happy to be here, and I can’t wait to talk about it.” – Sam Claflin
Details About the Taylor Sheridan F.A.S.T. Film
F.A.S.T., announced in May 2025, marks Taylor Sheridan’s highly anticipated return to feature filmmaking after a successful streak of television projects including Tulsa King, Landman, Mayor of Kingstown, and both 1883 and 1923 connected to the Yellowstone franchise. The story centers on a former special forces commando whose life has taken a downward turn upon returning to his hometown. He is recruited by the DEA to assemble and lead a black ops team tasked with targeting drug dealers shielded by the CIA in his community.
The film stars Brandon Sklenar, familiar to Sheridan’s fans from his previous role in 1923, and who has also been speculated as a contender for Batman within James Gunn’s DC Universe. The cast includes several well-known actors such as Juliana Canfield, LaKeith Stanfield, Jason Clarke, Trevante Rhodes, and of course, Sam Claflin.
Ben Richardson, who directed nearly every episode of 1923, is making his debut as a feature film director on this project. Warner Bros. Pictures has scheduled F.A.S.T. for theatrical release in April 2027, with filming currently underway in New York City.
The Ensemble Cast and Creative Team Behind F.A.S.T.
The cast of F.A.S.T. contributes notable talent from various successful projects, enhancing anticipation for the film’s dynamic storytelling. Brandon Sklenar, playing Spencer Dutton, headlines a powerful group alongside Sam Claflin and others. Juliana Canfield, known for her compelling performances, joins LaKeith Stanfield and seasoned actors like Jason Clarke and Trevante Rhodes, creating a formidable ensemble.
On the production side, Ben Richardson’s transition from directing episodes of 1923 to leading this feature signals a creative collaboration deeply rooted in Sheridan’s distinct universe. The film’s combination of a gripping plot, focused on covert operations against conspiratorial forces, and a cast that balances rising stars with established actors, sets the stage for a high-stakes narrative.
What F.A.S.T. Means for Taylor Sheridan’s Career and Fans
F.A.S.T. represents a significant milestone in Taylor Sheridan’s career as it revives his presence in theatrical storytelling after years of redefining television drama. For fans, it expands Sheridan’s evolving universe from small-screen hits like Yellowstone and Mayor of Kingstown into a tightly woven cinematic tale.
The film’s premise tackling the intersection of black ops missions and complex drug enforcement scenarios hints at a story with urgent contemporary relevance and intense emotional stakes. As production proceeds through New York, anticipation grows for what this feature will add to Sheridan’s legacy and how Sam Claflin’s “role of a lifetime” might resonate with both critics and audiences when F.A.S.T. hits theaters in 2027.
