| The Apprentice | |
|---|---|
| Directed by | Ali Abbasi |
| Written by | Gabriel Sherman Ali Abbasi |
| Produced by | Daniel Beckerman Jacob Jerek Ruth Treacy |
| Starring | Sebastian Stan Jeremy Strong Maria Bakalova |
| Cinematography | Kasper Tuxen |
Production companies | |
| Countries | Canada Denmark Ireland United States[1] |
| Language | English |
The Apprentice is an upcoming biographical film directed by Ali Abbasi, who will co-write the script alongside Gabriel Sherman. Starring Sebastian Stan as Donald Trump, the film examines Trump's career as a real estate businessman in New York in the 1970s and 80s. The film also stars Jeremy Strong and Maria Bakalova.[2]
Plot
The film is described as a mentor-protégé narrative that documents the start of an American dynasty and tackles themes including power, corruption and deception.[3]
Cast
Production
The film was first announced in May 2018, with Sherman slated to write the screenplay.[4] In October 2023, Abbasi was confirmed to be joining the film as director and co-writer.[5] The film began principal photography in November 2023, where Stan, Strong, and Bakalova were announced as the lead roles.[3]
References
- ^ Katz, David (December 13, 2023). "Ali Abbasi plots The Apprentice with Sebastian Stan as a young Donald Trump". Cineuropa. Retrieved December 14, 2023.
- ^ Grobar, Matt (November 29, 2023). "'The Apprentice': Jeremy Strong And Maria Bakalova Join Sebastian Stan In Donald Trump Pic". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved November 29, 2023.
- ^ a b "Sebastian Stan to Portray Young Donald Trump in Ensemble Film 'The Apprentice'". The Hollywood Reporter. November 29, 2023. Retrieved November 29, 2023.
- ^ "Gabriel Sherman to Write 'The Apprentice' Movie About Young Donald Trump". Variety. May 2, 2018. Retrieved November 29, 2023.
- ^ "Ali Abbasi to Direct and Co-Write 'The Apprentice' under Fabula Pictures". Nilsen Report. October 30, 2023. Retrieved November 29, 2023.
