PROPOSED LEAD ACTOR

Timothée Chalamet

Tim Chalamet has the makings and background to serve as the perfect "Buddy Jacobson" in the movie.  We are considering 3 versions of Buddy: 11 Year Old Buddy, 28 to 35 year old Buddy and Middle Aged Buddy.  The main role will be the 28 to 35 year old Buddy Jacobson. Timothee Chalamet would be our first pick thus far to be cast as Buddy Jacobson with the main lead actor role.  

*Timothee has not agreed to the role, has not responded and is probably not even aware of the potential.  As of July 31, 2025.  His potential role is in manifestation mode.  

SUPPORTING ACTORS

Michael Newman

Michael is known for Wild Bill Hickock: Swift Justice, Injun, Dimming Lights and roles in over two dozen major motion pictures and b-level productions.  He is also a fellow producer and writer.

Ron Shimshilashvili 

L to R - Writer / Producer Jay Shapiro with Ron Rafael Shimshilashvili
Ron Rafael Shimshilashvili,is an Israeli-American actor known for shows such as: Burn Notice, Rock of Ages, The Glades,MTV’s Is She Really Going Out with Him? The Truck Driver and many others.

Rick Sykes

Rick is well known for his role in "Marrying Millions" yet he also has an impressive background in business.  He was friends with Steve Rubbel at Studio 54, owner of the largest nightclub in Connecticut, owner of a casino gambling boat and a major investor. Rick might fill a Studio 54 Boss role in the movie and act as a consultant for the era.

EXTRAS

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