Tom Rhys Harries Lands Starring Role in DC Studios' ‘Clayface'
Tom Rhys Harries, a relative newcomer, has scored the high-profile lead role in 'Clayface,' an upcoming DC Studios adventure.
James Gunn, the head honcho at DC, delivered the news on social media, tweeting, 'After a long and incredibly exhaustive search, we finally have our DCU Clayface in Tom Rhys Harries. Both ['The Batman' director] Matt Reeves and I were just blown away by this guy, and can't wait for you to see this film.'
More from Variety
Daniel Radcliffe as Clayface? 'We Haven't Talked to or Considered Him,' Says James Gunn Amid Casting Rumors: 'This One Is 100% False'
'Clayface' Movie Officially Underway at DC Studios With Mike Flanagan Writing
Reeves is producing 'Clayface,' which is written by Mike Flanagan ('The Fall of the House of Usher') and directed by James Watkins ('Eden Lake'). The film is less superhero adventure than body horror flick, focusing on a B-movie actor who drinks a substance that's supposed to help his career and which instead leaves him made entirely of clay. Think 'Death Becomes Her' with fewer jokes.
And for the bulk of readers thinking Tom Rhys Harries, who? Well, he's an up-and-coming Welsh actor who has impressed in the likes of the Apple TV series 'Suspicion' opposite Uma Thurman, as well as 'Kandahar,' an action film with Gerard Butler; Guy Ritchie's 'The Gentleman'; and 'The Return,' where he shared the screen with thespians like Ralph Fiennes and Juliette Binoche.
Production on 'Clayface' will begin the fall and the film will open on Sept. 11, 2026. DC Studios is trying to reestablish itself under Gunn after many creative setbacks and flops such as 'The Flash' and 'Black Adam.' Reeves' version of the Dark Knight was a rare success and a follow-up is eagerly anticipated. The company will have a relaunch with this summer's 'Superman,' which Gunn directed as well as wrote, and will also release 'Supergirl' next year. Gunn is best known for his stewardship of the 'Guardians of the Galaxy' franchise at Marvel.
Rhys Harries is repped by UTA and the Curtis Brown Group in the U.K.
Best of Variety
New Movies Out Now in Theaters: What to See This Week
'Harry Potter' TV Show Cast Guide: Who's Who in Hogwarts?
25 Hollywood Legends Who Deserve an Honorary Oscar
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Yahoo
20 minutes ago
- Yahoo
‘Outrageous' Review: Frivolity and Fascism on BritBox
Creator Sarah Williams's six-part series depicts the lives of the Mitford sisters, 1930s British socialites infamous for their complicated love lives and dramatically divergent political affiliations.
Geek Tyrant
24 minutes ago
- Geek Tyrant
Rachel Brosnahan Opens Up About Her First Day Playing Lois Lane in SUPERMAN and Shooting Opposite an Absent Krypto — GeekTyrant
We are just weeks away from finally seeing James Gunn's Superman come to life on the big screen, and press rounds are in full swing. Rachel Brosnahan, who plays Lois Lane in the film, sat down with fellow actress Amanda Seyfried in a chat for Interview Magazine, and Brosnahan delved into what it was like to make the film, starting with her first day on set. When asked if the shoot included a table read, Brosnahan confirmed, and explained, 'It was amazing. Everyone was there. I think they filmed some of it. They took a lot of pictures. When we first got these jobs, we got to read the script once, on one device. So to hear it out loud got us all really excited.' Once shooting began, Brosnahan said, 'I got really lucky because my first couple days, we were shooting the 10-page scene that David and I had tested with. It felt like we could have been shooting an indie movie in a basement somewhere, which was amazing because we got to really discover these characters.' She went on, 'We made out for a couple of hours and then we shot a 10-page-long scene. That'll jump you in really fast and build a really quick foundation. [Laughs]' Once the foundation was built, the actors got to dive right into the action we've seen teased in the film. When asked if she was hooked up to wires to fly for the film, Brosnahan teased, 'I got to do a different thing, which I'm not really allowed to talk about, that didn't involve wires but felt like maybe it should have. It was nuts. [Laughs]' When asked if she was scared at any point, the actress said, 'No. This stunt team is the best in the world. No matter how high up you get pulled or what ceiling you're hanging from, you're in good hands. I have some really cute videos of David and I doing air ballet hanging from the ceiling that, once we actually release, I'll post.' Brosnahan went on to talk about her scene with Krypto, the Super Dog, saying, 'I shot a scene with the dog, Krypto. He's so cute, but at least in my scene, there were limitations with the set that meant I couldn't shoot with the stand-in. There was a stand-in dog, but sometimes there was also a person in a CGI suit who played the dog, and then sometimes there was nothing, so I've never felt like a worse actor in my entire life.' Seyfried assured Brosnahan, revealing, 'You were probably great. I did Ted 2 and I just talked to a tennis ball.' Brosnahan joked, 'I would've loved a tennis ball. There was nothing there. James was on the god mic somewhere far away, going, 'No. Rachel, you put your hand through the dog. Stop putting your hand through the dog.' [Laughs]' It sound like it was a blast of a shoot, and from what we've seen so far, the movie looks like it's going to be so much fun! Superman hits theaters on July 11th, and tickets are on sale now.
Geek Tyrant
24 minutes ago
- Geek Tyrant
Dolph Lundgren Teases 'Secret' Role in New MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE Movie — GeekTyrant
The Power Sword may have a new wielder, but one legendary champion of Eternia might still have a part to play in the upcoming new Masters of the Universe movie. Dolph Lundgren, who played He-Man in the cult 1987 Masters of the Universe film, has hinted that he may be returning, though not in the way fans might expect. With Amazon MGM Studios' live-action Masters of the Universe movie officially wrapped, the studio has kept a lot of details under wraps. But, during a recent chat with Mens Journal , Lundgren was asked about the persistent rumors that he's involved in the reboot. His response? Just coy enough to fuel the fire. 'It's a bit of a secret, but I can't say much. But yeah, maybe I'll get involved somehow. We'll see.' totally in it. The project has been in development limbo for years, with several directors and writers taking stabs at the franchise reboot. It finally gained real momentum under Amazon/MGM with Bumblebee director Travis Knight at the helm and Chris Butler rewriting a script originally drafted by David Callaham ( Shang-Chi ). Filming took place in London, which, interestingly enough, is where Lundgren had teased he was working on a 'secret' project not too long ago. As for who he might play, the strongest fan theory floating around suggests King Grayskull, a powerful ancestor of He-Man and an ideal role for Lundgren's commanding presence. While that casting remains unconfirmed, it would be a cool way to honor his legacy in the franchise. Lundgren also offered some thoughtful commentary on the tone of the new movie and how it compares to today's superhero fare: 'If you think a new He-Man movie makes you feel old, I feel old! I was in it! They've been trying to remake the picture for at least 15 years, and I'm glad they're doing it. There's a great cast, a great crew. It's a big budget picture with MGM/Amazon. I think they're doing a great job. 'Prince Adam has a bit more romanticism to the character than other superheroes. Marvel and DC are a little harder-edged. There's something magical and childlike about it. And even though they're kind of making an adult picture, there's something soft and positive about that character.' The story for the new film follows '10-year-old Prince Adam who crashed to Earth in a spaceship and was separated from his magical Power Sword—the only link to his home on Eternia. After tracking it down almost two decades later, Prince Adam is whisked back across space to defend his home planet against the evil forces of Skeletor. But to defeat such a powerful villain, Prince Adam will first need to uncover the mysteries of his past and become He-Man: the most powerful man in the Universe!' Masters of the Universe is slated to hit theaters on June 5, 2026.
