Demi Moore Joins Charlize Theron in Culinary Thriller 'Tyrant'

Demi Moore has been added to the cast of the upcoming Amazon MGM Studios thriller 'Tyrant', where she will star alongside Charlize Theron and Julia Garner. The film, written and directed by David Weil, is a high-stakes story set within New York City's elite fine-dining scene and is scheduled to begin filming in Los Angeles shortly. Moore is currently starring in the Paramount+ series 'Landman' and recently earned an Oscar nomination for 'The Substance'. She will also appear in the upcoming crime comedy 'I Love Boosters' with Keke Palmer and Naomi Ackie.

Key Points: Demi Moore Cast in Thriller 'Tyrant' with Charlize Theron

  • Demi Moore joins cast
  • Culinary thriller set in NYC fine dining
  • Directed by David Weil
  • Filming soon in Los Angeles
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Demi Moore to star in high-stakes culinary thriller 'Tyrant'

Demi Moore joins Charlize Theron & Julia Garner in the high-stakes culinary thriller 'Tyrant' for Amazon MGM Studios. Details on the cast and production.

Demi Moore to star in high-stakes culinary thriller 'Tyrant'
"a high-stakes story unfolding within New York City's elite fine-dining scene - Deadline"

Washington, April 16

Demi Moore has joined the cast of Amazon MGM Studios' upcoming thriller 'Tyrant', starring alongside Charlize Theron and Julia Garner, in a major new addition to the high-profile project.

According to Deadline, the culinary thriller, written and directed by David Weil, is set to begin shooting in Los Angeles in the coming weeks, backed by a California tax credit.

While the official logline remains under wraps, 'Tyrant' is described as a high-stakes story unfolding within New York City's elite fine-dining scene.

Weil adapted the screenplay from a story he developed with Cody Behan.

The film is being produced by The Picture Company's Alex Heineman and Andrew Rona, alongside Theron and her Secret Menu partners Beth Kono and AJ Dix, as per Deadline.

Weil will also serve as a producer with his producing partner Natalie Laine Williams, while Stan Wlodkowski is attached as executive producer.

On the work front, Moore is coming off an Oscar nomination for her performance in 'The Substance' (2024) and currently stars in the hit Paramount+ series 'Landman', created by Taylor Sheridan.

The show is heading into its third season, with Moore having taken on an expanded role in its second instalment.

Moore will also appear in Boots Riley's upcoming Neon crime comedy 'I Love Boosters', where she stars alongside Keke Palmer and Naomi Ackie. The film recently premiered at SXSW.

- ANI

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Arjun K
Interesting concept. But honestly, I wish our Indian filmmakers would also get this kind of budget and creative freedom to make thrillers set in unique worlds, like maybe the high-stakes street food scene of Mumbai! 🍛 The talent is definitely here.
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Sarah B
The cast is absolutely stacked! Charlize Theron, Julia Garner, and now Demi Moore? That's a powerhouse trio. Looking forward to seeing how the "elite fine-dining" setting plays into the thriller elements. Could be a real nail-biter.
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Vikram M
With all due respect to the actresses, who are brilliant, the article feels like a studio press release. It's all names, credits, and tax incentives. Would have liked some more insight into what makes this story *actually* thrilling. Just my two paise.
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Rohit P
Demi Moore in a Taylor Sheridan show *and* this movie? She's having a great year. Always nice to see actors getting great roles at any age. Hollywood could learn a thing or two from our industry where veteran actors are often the main draw!

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