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Time of India
01-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Andy Sorkin's The Social Network Part II could get a new Mark Zuckerberg
Aaron Sorkin's highly anticipated sequel to "The Social Network" could be getting a new Mark Zuckerberg. Jeremy Strong, who you'd know as Kendall Roy from HBO's "Succession," is emerging as the top choice to replace Jesse Eisenberg in the iconic role. The Emmy-winning "Succession" star has emerged as Sony's top choice for the Facebook founder, per Deadline, though no formal offers have been made yet. Strong would join "The Bear's" Jeremy Allen White and Oscar winner Mikey Madison in unspecified roles for Sorkin's follow-up to his 2010 Oscar-winning drama. Unlike the original film's focus on Facebook's founding, this sequel takes a darker turn. The new screenplay will be based on The Wall Street Journal's "The Facebook Files" investigation, which exposed how internal findings about the platform's harmful effects were buried, including Facebook's influence on the January 6 Capitol riot. The movie will also explore the platform's influence on teens' mental health, something that Zuckerberg and company have been consistently grilled about. White would ideally play WSJ reporter Jeff Horowitz, while Madison would portray the whistleblower behind the explosive articles, The Hollywood Reporter noted. It's a casting coup that could rival the original's star-making power. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 15 Most Beautiful Women Ever Today's NYC Undo Sorkin hasn't been shy about his intentions. "I blame Facebook for January 6," he declared in 2024, adding that Facebook has been "tuning its algorithm to promote the most divisive material possible." When pressed for details, his response was classically Sorkin: "You're gonna need to buy a movie ticket." The original "Social Network" made $224 million worldwide and launched Jesse Eisenberg to an Oscar nomination. Whether he'll return remains uncertain, but Eisenberg's recent public denouncement of Zuckerberg suggests he's distanced himself from the role. Speaking to BBC News in February, the actor said he no longer wants to think of himself "as someone associated with someone like that," voicing concerns over Meta's dismantling of fact-checkers and what he views as pandering to divisive political figures. Eisenberg isn't the only one not returning for the sequel. David Fincher, who directed the original film to critical acclaim, has also stepped aside, leaving Sorkin to handle both writing and directing duties this time around. AI Masterclass for Students. Upskill Young Ones Today!– Join Now
News18
01-08-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Jeremy Strong in talks to play Mark Zuckerberg in The Social Network Part II
Los Angeles, Aug 1 (PTI) 'Succession" star Jeremy Strong is in negotiations to essay the role of META Ceo and Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg in 'The Social Network Part II". No formal offer has been presented to the actor, but he is the top choice of the makers for the role, as reported by entertainment news outlet Deadline. Written and directed by Aaron Sorkin, the Sony Pictures project will reportedly star Jeremy Allen White and Mikey Madison. 'The Social Network Part II" is described as a follow-up and not a straight sequel to David Fincher's critically acclaimed directorial 'The Social Network", which was released in 2010. Starring Jesse Eisenberg, Andrew Garfield, and Justin Timberlake, among others, it was written by Sorkin from the 2009 book 'The Accidental Billionaires" by Ben Mezrich. The book chronicled how Zuckerberg started Facebook from his dorm at Harvard University as well as the legal dispute he had with co-founder Eduardo Saverin. The sequel will reportedly tackle the story behind the Wall Street Journal's article series 'The Facebook Files" by Jeff Horowitz. The reports, published in October 2021, exposed the inner workings of — and multiple harms caused by — the world's largest social network. The film is produced by Todd Black, Peter Rice, Sorkin, and Stuart Besser. Jesse Eisenberg played Zuckerberg's role in the first film. The actor also received an Oscar nomination for the role. The film earned eight Oscar nominations in total, and went on to win three of them for best adapted screenplay for Sorkin, best original score, and best film editing. Strong's last work is 'The Apprentice". Directed by Ali Abbasi, the film was released in October and also featured Maria Bakalova and Sebastian Stan. Strong played the role of Roy Cohn in the film. PTI ATR ATR ATR (This story has not been edited by News18 staff and is published from a syndicated news agency feed - PTI) view comments First Published: August 01, 2025, 14:30 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Mint
01-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
Jeremy Strong in talks to play Mark Zuckerberg in The Social Network Part II
Los Angeles, Aug 1 (PTI) "Succession" star Jeremy Strong is in negotiations to essay the role of META Ceo and Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg in "The Social Network Part II". No formal offer has been presented to the actor, but he is the top choice of the makers for the role, as reported by entertainment news outlet Deadline. Written and directed by Aaron Sorkin, the Sony Pictures project will reportedly star Jeremy Allen White and Mikey Madison. "The Social Network Part II" is described as a follow-up and not a straight sequel to David Fincher's critically acclaimed directorial "The Social Network", which was released in 2010. Starring Jesse Eisenberg, Andrew Garfield, and Justin Timberlake, among others, it was written by Sorkin from the 2009 book "The Accidental Billionaires" by Ben Mezrich. The book chronicled how Zuckerberg started Facebook from his dorm at Harvard University as well as the legal dispute he had with co-founder Eduardo Saverin. The sequel will reportedly tackle the story behind the Wall Street Journal's article series "The Facebook Files" by Jeff Horowitz. The reports, published in October 2021, exposed the inner workings of — and multiple harms caused by — the world's largest social network. The film is produced by Todd Black, Peter Rice, Sorkin, and Stuart Besser. Jesse Eisenberg played Zuckerberg's role in the first film. The actor also received an Oscar nomination for the role. The film earned eight Oscar nominations in total, and went on to win three of them for best adapted screenplay for Sorkin, best original score, and best film editing. Strong's last work is "The Apprentice". Directed by Ali Abbasi, the film was released in October and also featured Maria Bakalova and Sebastian Stan. Strong played the role of Roy Cohn in the film.
The Hindu
01-08-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Jeremy Strong in talks for ‘The Social Network' sequel as Jesse Eisenberg bows out
Jeremy Strong is in discussions to join the cast of The Social Network Part II, the upcoming sequel to Aaron Sorkin's Oscar-winning 2010 drama. The Succession star is reportedly one of several high-profile actors in talks for key roles, as the film moves closer to production at Sony. Written and directed by Sorkin, the new film draws from The Facebook Files, a series of investigative articles by Wall Street Journal reporter Jeff Horwitz. It will explore the aftermath of Facebook's rise — particularly its internal knowledge of how the platform contributed to misinformation, youth mental health issues, and the events of January 6, 2021. Strong joins Mikey Madison and Jeremy Allen White as part of the shortlist of actors being considered. Madison is reportedly in line to play whistleblower Frances Haugen, while White may portray the journalist who broke the Facebook Files story. No deals have been finalised, but the project is considered a top priority for the studio. The most intriguing casting speculation surrounds Strong's potential role. Sources suggest he could play either a senior Wall Street Journal editor or more notably, Facebook founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg. That possibility has gained momentum following reports that Jesse Eisenberg, who portrayed Zuckerberg in the original film, has passed on returning to the role. Eisenberg, who earned an Oscar nomination for his 2010 performance, has not publicly commented. Some industry insiders suggest his decision could be a negotiating strategy, while others cite age as a factor — with Eisenberg now 41, he would be playing a Zuckerberg in his mid-30s. Sorkin's sequel promises a more critical take on the social media giant's influence, contrasting the original film's focus on ambition and betrayal during Facebook's early years. The project is still in development, with casting and budgeting ongoing.
Express Tribune
31-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Jeremy Strong in talks to play Zuckerberg in The Social Network Part II
Jeremy Strong is emerging as the front-runner to play Facebook founder and Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg in The Social Network Part II, Deadline has learned. While no official offer has been made, sources confirm that Strong is currently the top choice for the role in the upcoming Sony project. This potential casting follows Deadline's earlier report that The Bear star Jeremy Allen White and actress Mikey Madison are also in talks for key roles, with White likely portraying Wall Street Journal journalist Jeff Horowitz and Madison as the whistleblower behind the explosive Facebook Files series. The film, written and directed by Aaron Sorkin, is being developed as a spiritual successor—not a direct sequel—to 2010's The Social Network, which earned Sorkin an Oscar for Best Adapted Screenplay. Jesse Eisenberg previously portrayed Zuckerberg in the original film and received an Oscar nomination for his performance. This new installment will center around the WSJ's 2021 investigative series The Facebook Files, which revealed disturbing internal practices and ethical concerns within the tech giant. Sorkin reportedly spent years exploring possible angles before settling on this narrative, which focuses on the darker consequences of Facebook's global reach. Produced by Todd Black, Peter Rice, Stuart Besser, and Sorkin himself, The Social Network Part II aims to offer a sobering look into the social, political, and psychological fallout of Meta's influence. Strong is represented by WME and Range Media Partners.
