Brian Tyree Henry is teaming up with Apple once again for an upcoming feature film. The actor recently starred in the crime thriller Dope Thief, and now he is attached to a brand new project called Running. Gavin O’Connor is directing the movie. The story centers on a homeless high school student who is a running prodigy.
The young athlete tries to outrun his past and find a real family while chasing athletic greatness.
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Henry stars opposite Spike Fearn in the new sports drama
Spike Fearn will play the lead role of the running prodigy. Henry joins the cast to help bring this original story to life. Bill Dubuque wrote the script, marking another collaboration with O’Connor after they worked together on The Accountant 2.
Apple TV confirmed the casting news through a social media post, building excitement for the upcoming release. The film is currently in early production, so there is no official launch date yet. When it does arrive, viewers in the USA can stream it directly through their monthly subscription.
The actor continues a successful partnership with the tech company
This new movie marks the third time Henry has worked with the studio. He previously earned an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor for his role in Causeway. His recent work in Dope Thief also landed him an Emmy nomination.
The company clearly values its relationship with the talented actor. It continues to expand its original film catalog with high-quality projects. Fans can expect more updates as the movie moves further into production.
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