Glen Powell, known for his role in The Running Man, is set to star in a new sci-fi thriller called Tesseract, collaborating with Sam Esmail, the creator of Mr. Robot. The project involves Powell in both acting and producing roles, with production expected to start this summer.
Production Backed by Major Studios and Producers
The film Tesseract has secured support from Amazon, MGM Studios, and Scott Stuber of United Artists. Sam Esmail will write and direct this original science fiction feature, adding to his recent work on the psychological thriller Leave the World Behind from 2023.
Sam Esmail’s Background and Current Work
Esmail gained recognition for creating the critically acclaimed Mr. Robot series, which aired from 2015 to 2019 and starred Rami Malek. He is currently finishing work on the conspiracy thriller Panic Carefully, featuring Julia Roberts, Elizabeth Olsen, Eddie Redmayne, and Joe Alwyn.
Upcoming Steps and Expectations for Tesseract
While detailed plot information has not been revealed, Tesseract represents a notable addition to Glen Powell’s growing sci-fi thriller repertoire. Collaborating with Sam Esmail and producers like Dan Cohen under the Barnstorm banner suggests the project aims for significant impact upon release.
