Phoebe Dynevor will star alongside Zac Efron in the upcoming movie Famous After her role in the Netflix thriller Nice game. Released on Netflix on October 3, 2023, Nice game Star Dynevor and Alden Ehrenreich in a compelling and suspenseful Psychological thriller written and directed by Chloe Domont (Billions, Ballers, Suits). Dynevor, best known for her role as Daphne in the popular Netflix series Birdgertonwill continue her “leading role in a thriller movie” streak after the critical success and streaming popularity of Nice game.
Famous will be directed by Jody Hill (The righteous gem, East and down) based on an adapted screenplay of Blake Crouch’s novel of the same name by screenwriter Chad Hodge (Wayward pines, Good behavior). While Efron and Dynevor are currently the only main actors attached to the projectThe fact that Hill has worked multiple times with actor and showrunner Danny McBride (East and down, Vice Principals, The righteous gem) makes it very possible that McBride will join the cast of the upcoming thriller.
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Dynevor’s success in Nice game Made it clear that she was a natural in the thriller genre, which makes her casting in Famous Enticing but also unsurprising. While the plot details of Famous are being kept under wraps, the logline reads, “Lance Dunkquist has the face of a movie star. Not just any movie star – Lance was mistaken for Hollywood star James Jansen 228 times. And now Lance is about to go to LA to make his dream come true. No matter what it takes.” Based on this description, Efron will likely play protagonist Lance Dunkquist.
Nice game Earned a certified fresh critic score of 85% on Rotten Tomatoes and was one of the most notable Netflix original movies of 2023. Critics praised Dynevor’s performance as Emily for the intensity and conviction she brought to the role and her ability to create a palpable chemistry on screen with her co-star Ehrenreich. Brian Tallerico of RogerEbert.com called Dynevor’s performance”Stunning“And many critics have praised her performance as one of the greatest feats of the overall film.
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After Dynevor proved her natural aptitude for the genre in the thriller Nice gameYou enter Famous Seems like a natural and intriguing continuation of her feature film career. Not only will it pair you with an experienced leading man in Efron, who recently starred in the Netflix romantic comedy A family affairBut it will also mark her first collaboration with the prestigious independent film company A24, which has a long-standing reputation for releasing some of the most topical, progressive and best modern films. Considering all these factors, Dynevor’s role in Famous Could instantly become one of her career best performances.
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Famous, released in 2023, explores the divergent paths of interracial brothers in the music industry, highlighting their contrasting approaches to life, love and modesty. The film showcases music from rapper Friyie and the Supremes, providing an evocative backdrop to the siblings’ journeys.
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Jody Hill
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Blake Crouch, Chad Hodge