Daniel Kaluuya is reportedly in discussions to star in the upcoming science fiction film Hotel Hotel Hotel Hotel, directed by Michael Shanks, who previously helmed the film Together. This project centers on a man trapped in an enigmatic hotel room, where the only way to escape his surreal prison is by cooperating with himself. Shanks, who wrote the screenplay that featured on the 2021 Black List, will also direct and produce the movie.
Production Details and Collaborators Behind Hotel Hotel Hotel Hotel
The film will be produced as a negative pickup for A24 by Mike Cowap and Emma Fitzsimmons of Princess Pictures, along with Adam McKay and Todd Schulman representing HyperObject Industries. Princess Pictures also produced Michael Shanks’ directorial debut Together, a horror romantic comedy that was sold for $17 million at Sundance 2025 and earned over $32 million worldwide. This new sci-fi thriller continues Shanks’ collaboration with prominent producers and adds significant expectations in the genre.
Daniel Kaluuya’s Recent Roles and Rising Career Profile
Following his appearance in Jordan Peele’s 2022 hit Nope, Daniel Kaluuya recently wrapped the Chris Rock-directed film Misty Green, set for release later this year. Kaluuya’s career highlights include leading roles in Sicario and Kick-Ass 2, but he gained widespread recognition with Peele’s 2017 Oscar-winning horror hit Get Out, which grossed nearly $260 million globally. He also starred as the Black Panther in Ryan Coogler’s Marvel Studios blockbuster, which earned $1.3 billion worldwide, alongside notable performances in Steve McQueen’s Widows. Kaluuya won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his portrayal of Fred Hampton in Judas and the Black Messiah and lent his voice to Hobie Brown in Sony/Marvel’s Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse.
Representation and Industry Connections
Daniel Kaluuya is represented by WME, B-Side Management, and Johnson Shapiro Slewett Kole. Michael Shanks is also represented by WME and Untitled Entertainment, with legal counsel from Chris Abramson, ensuring a strong team behind the production and talent.
