Director Tommy Wirkola is preparing to release his new action thriller featuring Josh Hartnett in the lead role. The movie, titled All Day & All Night, sees Hartnett taking on a complex character in a high-stakes story. This project continues Wirkola’s collaboration with writer John Niven, known for co-writing Wirkola’s previous intense thriller The Trip.
Plot Details and Character Overview
The film centers on Billy Davies, portrayed by Josh Hartnett, a reformed bank robber who returns to crime after his daughter gains admission to Harvard University and he needs money for her tuition. The story takes a dramatic turn during a bank robbery that fails, forcing Billy and his crew to unexpectedly enter the world of reality television. The group lands on the set of a struggling reality show, where Billy must balance staying live on air while evading law enforcement and criminal threats. Meanwhile, the show’s producers race against time to keep the program running and salvage their ratings.
Creative Team and Production Insights
Tommy Wirkola expressed enthusiasm about working with Hartnett, saying,
“I’ve been a fan of Josh Hartnett’s work for as long as I can remember, and I can’t wait to go make ‘All Day & All Night’ with him, along with my friends at XYZ.”
Producer Guy Danella also praised the team, stating,
“Tommy brings a singular vision to everything he creates, and we’re thrilled to collaborate with him once again to turn another genre construct on its head. Josh is an icon and was the first actor Tommy and XYZ approached with the project. Together, we’ve assembled the dream team to bring this film to life.”
Related Projects and Future Plans
This announcement follows the wrapping of Wirkola’s Violent Night 2, which recently completed production and is scheduled for release in December 2026. The director is also working on the shark thriller Shiver, which stars Phoebe Dynevor and is expected to debut next year. Concurrently, Josh Hartnett is involved with Netflix’s secretive Untitled Newfoundland Project, maintaining his presence in major cinematic ventures.
Production Timeline and Expectations
Filming for All Day & All Night is slated for 2026, marking another significant collaboration between Wirkola and Hartnett. Fans of the Josh Hartnett action thriller genre can anticipate a unique blend of crime and suspense, as this film promises to blend fast-paced drama with inventive storytelling on both cinematic and television fronts.
