Old is an American psychological horror-thriller film[1] written, directed, and produced by M. Night Shyamalan, inspired by the graphic novel Sandcastle by Pierre Oscar Levy and Frederik Peeters.
Old is scheduled to be released in the United States on July 23, 2021 by Universal Pictures.
Premise[]
A family on a tropical vacation discovers that the secluded beach they are relaxing on for a few hours is somehow causing them to age rapidly, reducing their entire lives into a single day.[2]
Cast[]
- Gael García Bael as Guy Cappa
- Vicky Krieps as Prisca Cappa
- Rufus Sewell as Charles
- Alex Wolff as Trent Cappa (15 Years Old)
- Thomasin McKenzie as Maddox Cappa (16 Years old)
- Abbey Lee as Chrystal
- Nikki Amuka-Bird as Patricia Carmichael
- Ken Leung as Jarin Carmichael
- Eliza Scanlen as Kara (15 Years Old)
- Aaron Pierre as Brendan (Mid-Sized Sedan)
- Gustaf Hammarsten as Resort Manager
- Kathleen Chalfant as Agnes
- Francesca Eastwood as Madrid
- Kailen Jude as Idilb
- M. Night Shyamalan as Hotel Van Driver
Additional Cast[]
- Alexa Swinton as Maddox (11 Years Old), and Embeth Davidtz as Maddox (Adult)
- Nolan River as Trent (6 Years Old), Lucas Faustino Rodriguez as Trent (11 Years Old), and Eminem Elliot as Trent (Adult)
- Mikayla Fisher as Kara (11 Years old)
- Daniel Ison as Greg Mitchel
- Jeffrey Holsman as Mr. Brody
- Margaux Da Silva as Scientist
- John Twohy as CIA Agent
Production[]
Development[]
It was announced in October 2019 that M. Night Shyamalan was partnering with Universal Studios to release two new thriller films which Shyamalan would write, produce and direct.[1]
Casting[]
In May 2020, Eliza Scanlen, Thomasin McKenzie, Aaron Pierre, Alex Wolff and Vicky Krieps entered negotiations to join the cast.[3] Their castings would be confirmed the next month, along with Abbey Lee, Nikki Amuka-Bird and Ken Leung added to the cast.[4] Gael García Bernal would join in July.[5] In August 2020, Rufus Sewell, Embeth Davidtz and Emun Elliott joined the cast of the film.[6] Alexa Swinton joined the cast shooting in September 2020. In December 2020, Nolan River joined the cast of the film.[7]
Filming[]
Principal photography officially began on September 26, 2020, in the Dominican Republic along with the announcement of the film's title.[8] This marks the first time Shyamalan has filmed entirely outside Greater Philadelphia. Production concluded on November 15, 2020.[9]
Release[]
The film is scheduled to be released on July 23, 2021.[10] It was initially set to release on February 26 that same year but was delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.[11]
References[]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 M. Night Shyamalan Has Two More Thrillers In Works At Universal.
- ↑ Synopsis (en).
- ↑ M. Night Shyamalan Untitled Universal Movie Sets Cast With Eliza Scanlen, Thomasin McKenzie & More.
- ↑ M. Night Shyamalan Sets Abbey Lee, Nikki Amuka-Bird & Ken Leung For Universal Thriller.
- ↑ Gael García Bernal Joins M. Night Shyamalan's Next Film.
- ↑ Kroll, Justin (August 20, 2020). Rufus Sewell, Embeth Davidtz And Emun Elliot Round Cast of M. Night Shyamalan's Next Film. Penske Media Corporation.
- ↑ N'Duka, Amanda (December 18, 2020). Cory Hardrict To Star In 'Karen' Drama; Mauricio Hena Joins 'Panama'; Nolan River Cast In 'Old' – Film Casting Briefs.
- ↑ Sneider, Jeff (September 26, 2020). Exclusive: M. Night Shyamalan's 'Old' Is Inspired by Graphic Novel 'Sandcastle' (en-US).
- ↑ Night Shyamalan, M (November 15, 2020). Wrapped production on @oldthemovie It was an incredible experience. Beyond grateful to the people of the Dominican Republic who were so caring & welcoming. It is one of the most beautiful countries filled with the sweetest people. Thinking of you as I head back to Philly..
- ↑ Universal Sets M. Night Shyamalan's Next Movie for July 2021.
- ↑ McClintock, Pamela (April 7, 2020). Universal Bumps 'Nobody' to Winter, Delays M. Night Shyamalan's Untitled Film (en).
External links[]
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