Is Timothée Chalamet Leading James Mangold’s ‘High Side’? Here’s What We Know So Far

In the empire of Hollywood, where a star's path can be as unpredictable as a high-speed chase, Timothée Chalamet has emerged as a generational talent, attracting viewers with his dynamic performances. His recent collaboration with acclaimed director James Mangold on the Oscar-nominated Bob Dylan biopic A Complete Unknown has solidified his status as a major force in the industry.
Now, whispers suggest a potential reunion for the duo on a new project that promises to trade the roar of superbikes and the adrenaline of high-stakes crime. What is this project about?
From the race course to the crime stage, Timothée Chalamet's upcoming High Side
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According to Deadline, Timothée Chalamet will lead the upcoming project. The story of High Side centers on Billy, a former MotoGP racer haunted by a career-ending crash and a family history of abandonment. Drawn back into a world of extreme danger, he is reunited with his estranged brother, Cole, just after their father's death. Cole, who is already being pursued by the FBI, enlists Billy's exceptional riding skills for a series of bank robberies.
As Billy joins Cole's crew, which includes a woman who becomes his lover, they begin to execute small-town bank heists with incredible speed and precision. However, as the stakes escalate, an FBI agent named Lennox, with a complicated past with Cole, closes in. The climax promises high-speed action and emotional twists as the crew prepares for its biggest score during a major motorcycle parade.
The actors who may take on these intense roles are already generating excitement. Who are the other actors who will accompany Timothée Chalamet?
Cast of High Side
The casting is not yet confirmed, but Timothée Chalamet is the name being circulated for a leading role as Billy. The short story's package, which is the basis for the film, is making the rounds in Hollywood, generating strong interest.
The information on the movie is still being developed as the package is shopped around. So, when can viewers watch the movie on big screens?
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Release date High Side
High Side is based on an unpublished short story by Jaime Oliveira and is being pitched to studios. There is no official production start date or release date yet. The project, which is being produced by Chernin Entertainment, is in the very early stages of development. The timing of this potential project will depend on the schedules of the key players involved, including Timothée Chalamet, who is currently busy with other films, and how far the pitch is going.
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Edited By: Itti Mahajan
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