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Mint
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Mint
Taylor Russell exits Michael B Jordans re-imagined Steve McQueen film The Thomas Crown Affair
Washington DC [US], July 20 (ANI): Actress Taylor Russell has exited 'The Thomas Crown Affair', the Michael B. Jordan-directed reimagining of the classic Steve McQueen film. Sources said the exit was due to creative differences. The studio is recasting the role as production continues in London, reported Deadline. Russell was cast opposite Jordan in the role of an insurance investigator who suspects that an adventurous banking executive is pulling off ambitious heists, and sparks develop between them. This role was played by Faye Dunaway opposite McQueen in the 1968 original, and by Rene Russo opposite Pierce Brosnan in the 1999 version, according to Deadline. She's also a director who made her debut co-directing 'The Heart Still Hums', which won Best Documentary Short at the Palm Springs ShortFest. Jordan stars in 'The Thomas Crown Affair' alongside Kenneth Branagh, Lily Gladstone, Danai Gurira, Pilou Asbaek and Aiysha Hart. Jordan and Elizabeth Raposo are producing for Outlier Society alongside Charles Roven at Atlas Entertainment. Drew Pearce wrote the script, with previous drafts by Wes Tooke and Justin Britt-Gibson. Patrick McCormick and Toberoff Productions' Marc Toberoff are also producing, and Alan Trustman, who wrote the McQueen original, is an executive producer of the film. The film will have its theatrical release on March 5, 2027. As for Russell, the actress is best known for her standout turns in Trey Edward Shults' A24 feature 'Waves,' for which she won the breakthrough actor award at the Gotham Awards, and Luca Guadagnino's 'Bones and All,' which earned her the emerging actress prize at the Venice Film Festival and nominations from the Gothams and Independent Spirit Awards, reported Variety. Upcoming, Russell will be seen in the Korean thriller 'Hope' by Na Hong-jin, opposite Michael Fassbender, Alicia Vikander and Hoyeon; starring in Frank Ocean's upcoming film opposite David Jonnson; and in talks for a remake of 'Single White Female' with Jenna Ortega for Sony, reported Variety. Russell recently made her stage debut in director Jamie Lloyd's critically acclaimed revival of Lucy Prebble's play, 'The Effect,' which had a run in London and New York. (ANI)


Time of India
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Taylor Russell exits Michael B. Jordan's ‘The Thomas Crown Affair' over creative differences
Actress Taylor Russell has reportedly exited Michael B Jordan's 'The Thomas Crown Affair' due to creative differences, according to The Hollywood Reporter. Now, the makers will look for another actor to play her part in the upcoming romantic heist film, directed by Michael B Jordan and written by Drew Pearce. The film is currently in production in London, as per the outlet. 'The Thomas Crown Affair' is a remake of the 1968 film of the same name, directed by Norman Jewison and written by Alan Trustman. Starring Steve McQueen, Faye Dunaway, Paul Burke and Jack Weston. Russell was originally set to star opposite Jordan. 'The Thomas Crown Affair' cast also includes Kenneth Branagh, Lily Gladstone, Danai Gurira, Pilou Asbaek and Aiysha Hart. Jordan, Elizabeth Raposo, Patrick McCormick and Marc Toberoff will produce. Alan Trustman, who wrote the original film, serves as an executive producer, according to The Hollywood Reporter. Russell received recognition for starring in the Netflix science fiction series Lost in Space (2018-2021). She rose to prominence with her roles in the drama film Waves (2019), and the horror film Escape Room (2019) and its 2021 sequel. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Is it legal? How to get Internet without paying a subscription? Techno Mag Learn More Undo Russell is set to star in the Korean thriller "Hope" by Na Hong-jin, alongside Michael Fassbender, Alicia Vikander, and Jung Ho-yeon. She will also co-star with David Jonsson in the upcoming film by Frank Ocean. Russell is also in talks to star in a remake of Single White Female opposite Jenna Ortega for 3000 Pictures, according to The Hollywood Reporter. The Thomas Crown Affair, from Amazon MGM Studios, will be released in theatres on March 5, 2027.


Mint
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Mint
Taylor Russell exits Michael B Jordans The Thomas Crown Affair
Washington DC [US], July 19 (ANI): Actress Taylor Russell has reportedly exited Michael B Jordan's 'The Thomas Crown Affair' due to creative differences, according to The Hollywood Reporter. Now, the makers will look for another actor to play her part in the upcoming romantic heist film, directed by Michael B Jordan and written by Drew Pearce. The film is currently in production in London, as per the outlet. 'The Thomas Crown Affair' is a remake of the 1968 film of the same name, directed by Norman Jewison and written by Alan Trustman. Starring Steve McQueen, Faye Dunaway, Paul Burke and Jack Weston. Russell was originally set to star opposite Jordan. 'The Thomas Crown Affair' cast also includes Kenneth Branagh, Lily Gladstone, Danai Gurira, Pilou Asbaek and Aiysha Hart. Jordan, Elizabeth Raposo, Patrick McCormick and Marc Toberoff will produce. Alan Trustman, who wrote the original film, serves as an executive producer, according to The Hollywood Reporter. Russell received recognition for starring in the Netflix science fiction series Lost in Space (2018-2021). She rose to prominence with her roles in the drama film Waves (2019), and the horror film Escape Room (2019) and its 2021 sequel. Russell is set to star in the Korean thriller "Hope" by Na Hong-jin, alongside Michael Fassbender, Alicia Vikander, and Jung Ho-yeon. She will also co-star with David Jonsson in the upcoming film by Frank Ocean. Russell is also in talks to star in a remake of Single White Female opposite Jenna Ortega for 3000 Pictures, according to The Hollywood Reporter. The Thomas Crown Affair, from Amazon MGM Studios, will be released in theatres on March 5, 2027. (ANI)


See - Sada Elbalad
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- See - Sada Elbalad
Taylor Russell Exits "The Thomas Crown Affair" Remake
Yara Sameh Taylor Russell will no longer be involved in Amazon MGM Studios' reimagining of 'The Thomas Crown Affair,' where she was set to star opposite Michael B. Jordan. Production on the movie, directed by Jordan, is underway in London. Russell had dropped from the movie due to creative differences, and the studio will be recasting her role as progress continues toward the film's March 5, 2027 theatrical release date. 'The Thomas Crown Affair' also stars Kenneth Branagh, Lily Gladstone, Danai Gurira, Pilou Asbæk and Aiysha Hart. Drew Pearce wrote the script, with plot details being kept under wraps, following a previous draft written by Wes Tooke and Justin Britt-Gibson, which was based on the original film. Jordan and Elizabeth Raposo are producing the picture for Outlier Society, alongside Charles Roven via Atlas Entertainment. Patrick McCormick and Toberoff Productions' Marc Toberoff also serve as producers. Alan Trustman (writer of the original 1968 film starring Steve McQueen) is an executive producer. Russell is best known for her standout turns in Trey Edward Shults' A24 feature 'Waves,' for which she won the breakthrough actor award at the Gotham Awards, and Luca Guadagnino's 'Bones and All,' which earned her the emerging actress prize at the Venice Film Festival and nominations from the Gothams and Independent Spirit Awards. Russell will be seen next in the Korean thriller 'Hope' by Na Hong-jin, opposite Michael Fassbender, Alicia Vikander and Hoyeon; starring in Frank Ocean's upcoming film opposite David Jonnson; and in talks for a remake of 'Single White Female' with Jenna Ortega for Sony. She recently made her stage debut in director Jamie Lloyd's critically acclaimed revival of Lucy Prebble's play, 'The Effect,' which had a run in London and New York. Russell made her directorial debut with the short documentary 'The Heart Still Hums,' which she co-directed and won best documentary short at the Palm Springs International ShortFest. read more New Tourism Route To Launch in Old Cairo Ahmed El Sakka-Led Play 'Sayidati Al Jamila' to Be Staged in KSA on Dec. 6 Mandy Moore Joins Season 2 of "Dr. Death" Anthology Series Don't Miss These Movies at 44th Cairo Int'l Film Festival Today Amr Diab to Headline KSA's MDLBEAST Soundstorm 2022 Festival Arts & Culture Mai Omar Stuns in Latest Instagram Photos Arts & Culture "The Flash" to End with Season 9 Arts & Culture Ministry of Culture Organizes four day Children's Film Festival Arts & Culture Canadian PM wishes Muslims Eid-al-Adha News Israeli-Linked Hadassah Clinic in Moscow Treats Wounded Iranian IRGC Fighters News China Launches Largest Ever Aircraft Carrier Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Videos & Features Tragedy Overshadows MC Alger Championship Celebration: One Fan Dead, 11 Injured After Stadium Fall Lifestyle Get to Know 2025 Eid Al Adha Prayer Times in Egypt Arts & Culture South Korean Actress Kang Seo-ha Dies at 31 after Cancer Battle News "Tensions Escalate: Iran Probes Allegations of Indian Tech Collaboration with Israeli Intelligence" Sports Get to Know 2025 WWE Evolution Results News Flights suspended at Port Sudan Airport after Drone Attacks Arts & Culture Hawass Foundation Launches 1st Course to Teach Ancient Egyptian Language


News18
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Taylor Russell leaves The Thomas Crown Affair due to creative differences
Last Updated: Los Angeles, Jul 19 (PTI) Canadian actor Taylor Russell, best known for her roles in films such as 'Waves" and 'Escape Room", has exited the upcoming Amazon MGM Studio's film 'The Thomas Crown Affair". According to the entertainment news outlet Deadline, Russell was cast alongside Michael B Jordan in the film. But she left the project citing creative differences as the reason for her exit. The studio will soon recast for her role. 'The Thomas Crown Affair" is the remake of the 1968 romantic heist thriller. Directed by Norman Jewison, the film featured Faye Dunaway and Steve McQueen. The story revolved around a billionaire art thief who engages in a cat-and-mouse game with an investigator. The upcoming film is written by Drew Pearce and is produced by Jordan and Elizabeth Raposo for Outlier Society, alongside Charles Roven through the banner Atlas Entertainment and Patrick McCormick and Toberoff Productions' Marc Toberoff. Slated to release in theatres on March 5, 2027, the film also stars Kenneth Branagh, Lily Gladstone, Danai Gurira, Pilou Asbæk and Aiysha Hart. view comments First Published: July 19, 2025, 11:30 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.