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Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Rob Gronkowski is set to star in a coming-of-age film called Bad News on the Doorstep
(Image via Getty: Rob Gronkowski) New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski has been on the silver screen for the longest time now! This time, the FOX Sports Analyst will star in a film that involves his favorite game! The football. According to Raymond Baccari of Bad News on the Doorstep is a coming-of-age film focusing on two Italian-American high school football players, Frank and Gino, in 1950s New Jersey, who dabble into the world of organized crime. On May 31, Mike D'Abate of Sports Illustrated shared that the film, which recently finished filming in Rhode Island, will co-star Academy Award-nominated actor Chazz Palminteri , who is best known to audiences for his work in films such as A Bronx Take, The Usual Suspects, and Bullets Over Broadway. Movie filmed in RI features Rob Gronkowski, Chazz Palminteri Football meets Crime for Rob Gronkowski's next film: Bad News on the Doorstep Raymond Baccari further shared that the film is directed by Tom DeNucci and produced by Chad A. Verdi, Sera Verdi, Michelle Verdi, Paul Luba, and Chad Verdi Jr., all of whom are Rhode Islanders. Real-life father Dante Palminteri and son Chazz Palminteri, real-life father Robert Davi, and son Nick Davi feature in the film Bad News on the Doorstep. The fathers play two mafia kingpins. The film also features the daughter of Sylvester Stallone, 26-year-old Sistine Stallone. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với mức chênh lệch giá thấp nhất IC Markets Đăng ký Undo Producer Paul Luba told 12 News that the film was wrapped last week before shooting in Providence, Cranston, Warwick, and East Greenwich. The production employed more than 100 people, many of whom are from Rhode Island itself. Even though the shooting's over, the film is set to release in the third or fourth quarter of 2026. Bad News on the Doorstep is a story of crime, family, loyalty, heartbreak, and football On May 30, Deadline reported that Bad News on the Doorstep portrays how the two Italian-American high-school football prodigies, Frank and Gino, confront a myriad of trials, deal with the complexities of post-football existence, and get allured into the underworld of organized crime. Verdi Production President Chad A. Verdi shared with the Deadline, 'The entire cast of this film is a powerhouse of talent and showcase a remarkable range. From veteran actors to former athletes to famous musicians - and hidden gems like Sistine(Stallone), an incredibly gifted up-and-coming actress with a remarkable presence every time she is on screen. We are eager to transport viewers back to the 1950s to experience this exceptional story of crime, family, loyalty, heartbreak, and football. ' Looks like here's one film that will truly touch 36-year-old NFL star Rob Gronkowski's heart! Also Read: 'Purple hair ready to play': JuJu Smith-Schuster's new hairdo invites criticism to compliment | NFL News - Times of India
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Rob Gronkowski, Sistine Stallone, Mischa Barton & More Join Crime Thriller ‘Bad News On The Doorstep'
EXCLUSIVE: Former NFL star Rob 'Gronk' Gronkowski (The Roaring Game), Sistine Stallone (47 Meters Down: Uncaged), and Mischa Barton (The O.C.) are among new additions to Bad News on the Doorstep, the 1950s mafia crime thriller on which we were first to report a week ago. As previously announced, Chazz Palminteri and Robert Davi lead the cast opposite their sons, Dante Palminteri and Nick Davi. Others newly set include Robert Picardo (Star Trek: Voyager), Cerina Vincent (Cabin Fever), Federico Castelluccio (The Sopranos), Vincent Pastore (The Sopranos), Ed Marinaro (Blue Mountain State), John Fiore (The Sopranos), Kea Ho (Junction), Rob Goon (The Roaring Game) and Godsmack lead singer Sully Erna (Bleed for This). More from Deadline Issa Rae To Star In & Produce Comedic MRC Thriller 'Good People, Bad Things' From Ninian Doff Country Star Kane Brown Joins Taylor Lautner In Romantic Comedy 'The Token Groomsman' First Look Images Of Rob Gronkowski, Mickey Rourke, Fivel Stewart & Justin Chatwin In Sports Comedy 'The Roaring Game' Recently wrapping production in Rhode Island, Bad News on the Doorstep unfolds as a poignant coming-of-age narrative chronicling the lives of Frank and Gino, two Italian-American high-school football prodigies amidst the gritty backdrop of late 1950s New Jersey. Beyond the gridiron, they confront a myriad of trials, from the complexities of post-football existence to the allure of delving into the underworld of organized crime. As they traverse this tumultuous landscape, they glean invaluable insights and grapple with profound life lessons, shaping their destinies in unexpected ways. Directed by Tom DeNucci (Vault), the film is produced by Verdi Productions (Bleed for This). Chad A. Verdi (The Irishman) is producing, along with Michelle Verdi, Chad Verdi Jr., Paul Luba and Sera Verdi. Exec producers include Peter Watzka, Dan Autiello, Joe Cervasio, John T. Callaghan, Anthony Gudas, Peter Baccile, Tom Bernardo, Vito Cucci, Joey Maurillo and Barry Maurillo. DeNucci and Cervasio adapted the script from the latter's semi-autobiographical novel. In a statement to Deadline, Verdi Production President Chad A. Verdi said, 'The entire cast of this film is a powerhouse of talent and showcase a remarkable range. From veteran actors to former athletes to famous musicians – and hidden gems like Sistine, an incredibly gifted up-and-coming actress with a remarkable presence every time she is on screen. We are eager to transport viewers back to the 1950s to experience this exceptional story of crime, family, loyalty, heartbreak and football.' Gronkowski is repped by UTA; Stallone by Independent Artist Group; and Barton by Cowley, Knox & Guy, WME, CLA Partners, and Kopeikin Law P.C. Best of Deadline 2025-26 Awards Season Calendar: Dates For Tonys, Emmys, Oscars & More Men of Steel: Every Actor Who Has Played Superman - Photo Gallery 'Michael' Cast: Who's Who In The Michael Jackson Biopic
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Chazz Palminteri & Robert Davi To Star Alongside Their Sons In Crime Thriller ‘Bad News on the Doorstep'
EXCLUSIVE: Chazz Palminteri (A Bronx Tale) and Robert Davi (License to Kill) have signed on to star in the upcoming mafia crime thriller Bad News on the Doorstep. Their sons, Dante Palminteri (Rocky's) and Nick Davi (Paper Empire) will play the lead roles in the pic. Principal photography recently wrapped in Rhode Island. Produced by Verdi Productions (Bleed for This) and directed by Tom DeNucci (Vault), Bad News at the Doorstep is described as a poignant coming-of-age narrative chronicling the lives of Frank and Gino, two Italian-American high-school football prodigies amidst the gritty backdrop of late 1950s New Jersey. Beyond the gridiron, they confront a myriad of trials, from the complexities of post-football existence to the allure of delving into the underworld of organized crime. As they traverse this tumultuous landscape, they glean invaluable insights and grapple with profound life lessons, shaping their destinies in unexpected ways. More from Deadline Robert De Niro, Chazz Palminteri Take The Stage At 'A Bronx Tale' 30th Reunion - Tribeca Festival 'Gemini Lounge': Lucy Hale, Ashley Greene Among New Additions To Crime Thriller From 'Rush Hour' Producer Arthur Sarkissian Chazz Palminteri, Vincent Pastore & Tony Darrow Board 'Gravesend' Season 2 Chazz Palminteri and Robert Davi have been cast as the mafia kingpins 'Sneaks' and 'Two Tones'. Dante Palminteri and Nick Davi will be playing 'Frank' and 'Gino', best friends who must choose whether to pursue college football or join Two Tones in the alluring gangster lifestyle. Chad A. Verdi (The Irishman) is producing, along with Michelle Verdi, Chad Verdi Jr., Paul Luba, and Sera Verdi. Executive Producers are Peter Watzka, Dan Autiello, Joe Cervasio, John T. Callaghan, Anthony Gudas, Peter Baccile, Tom Bernardo, Vito Cucci, Joey Maurillo, and Barry Maurillo. DeNucci and Cervasio penned the screenplay, based on a novel by Cervasio. 'This project has been in development with Chazz and Dante for over a year, who were both immediately attracted to Joe's semi-autobiographical story and Tom's screenplay,' Chad A. Verdi, President of Verdi Productions, said in a statement. 'Once set in motion, we soon brought on Robert and his son Nick to round out the lead cast. It's been an exhilarating experience watching different generations of talent together on screen. Being an Italian movie, this project is truly a family affair.' Best of Deadline Every 'The Voice' Winner Since Season 1, Including 9 Team Blake Champions Everything We Know About 'Jurassic World: Rebirth' So Far 'Nine Perfect Strangers' Season 2 Release Schedule: When Do New Episodes Come Out?
