Old (film)

Old is an upcoming American psychological thriller film written, directed, and produced by M. Night Shyamalan, inspired by the graphic novel Sandcastle by Pierre Oscar Levy and Frederik Peeters. The film stars Gael García Bernal, Vicky Krieps, Rufus Sewell, Ken Leung, Nikki Amuka-Bird, Abbey Lee, Aaron Pierre, Alex Wolff, Embeth Davidtz, Eliza Scanlen, Emun Elliott, Kathleen Chalfant, and Thomasin McKenzie.

Old
Teaser poster
Directed byM. Night Shyamalan
Produced by
  • M. Night Shyamalan
  • Ashwin Rajan
  • Marc Bienstock
Written byM. Night Shyamalan
Based on
Sandcastle
by
Starring
Music byTrevor Gureckis
CinematographyMike Gioulakis
Edited byBrett M. Reed
Production
company
Distributed byUniversal Pictures
Release date
  • July 23, 2021 (2021-07-23) (United States)
CountryUnited States
LanguageEnglish

Old is scheduled to be released in the United States on July 23, 2021 by Universal Pictures.

Synopsis

"This summer, visionary filmmaker M. Night Shyamalan unveils a chilling, mysterious new thriller about a family on a tropical holiday who discover that the secluded beach where they are relaxing for a few hours is somehow causing them to age rapidly … reducing their entire lives into a single day."

— Universal Pictures[1]

Cast

Production

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.[2]

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]

A first look 30-second TV spot premiered during the start of Super Bowl LV on February 7, 2021.[12]

References
  1. "Synopsis". Old. Archived from the original on February 8, 2021. Retrieved February 7, 2021.
  2. "M. Night Shyamalan Has Two More Thrillers In Works At Universal". Archived from the original on June 4, 2020. Retrieved June 22, 2020.
  3. "M. Night Shyamalan Untitled Universal Movie Sets Cast With Eliza Scanlen, Thomasin McKenzie & More". Archived from the original on June 24, 2020. Retrieved June 22, 2020.
  4. "M. Night Shyamalan Sets Abbey Lee, Nikki Amuka-Bird & Ken Leung For Universal Thriller". Archived from the original on June 23, 2020. Retrieved June 22, 2020.
  5. "Gael García Bernal Joins M. Night Shyamalan's Next Film". Archived from the original on July 21, 2020. Retrieved July 21, 2020.
  6. Kroll, Justin (August 20, 2020). "Rufus Sewell, Embeth Davidtz And Emun Elliot Round Cast of M. Night Shyamalan's Next Film". Deadline Hollywood. Penske Media Corporation. Archived from the original on August 20, 2020. Retrieved August 20, 2020.
  7. 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". Deadline Hollywood. Archived from the original on December 19, 2020. Retrieved December 18, 2020.
  8. Sneider, Jeff (September 26, 2020). "Exclusive: M. Night Shyamalan's 'Old' Is Inspired by Graphic Novel 'Sandcastle'". Collider. Archived from the original on September 27, 2020. Retrieved September 26, 2020.
  9. 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". Twitter. Archived from the original on February 8, 2021. Retrieved November 15, 2020.
  10. "Universal Sets M. Night Shyamalan's Next Movie for July 2021". Archived from the original on September 29, 2020. Retrieved June 23, 2020.
  11. McClintock, Pamela (April 7, 2020). "Universal Bumps 'Nobody' to Winter, Delays M. Night Shyamalan's Untitled Film". The Hollywood Reporter. Archived from the original on April 7, 2020. Retrieved April 7, 2020.
  12. Couch, Aaron (February 7, 2021). "M. Night Shyamalan's 'Old' Trailer Debuts During Super Bowl". The Hollywood Reporter. Archived from the original on February 7, 2021. Retrieved February 7, 2021.
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