In a surprising turn of events, actor David Harbour, best known for his role in the global phenomenon 'Stranger Things', has exited the cast of the highly anticipated Searchlight Pictures film, 'Behemoth!'. The project is being directed by Tony Gilroy, the acclaimed creator of 'Andor'.
Sudden Exit from a Star-Studded Project
The news of Harbour's departure was first reported by the entertainment industry outlet Deadline. According to their sources, the actor will no longer be part of the film, though the specific reason for his exit is currently under wraps and has not been disclosed by the studio or the actor's representatives.
Harbour was previously set to share the screen with a notable ensemble cast including Pedro Pascal, Olivia Wilde, Eva Victor, Matthew Lillard, Margarita Levieva, and Alexa Swinton. The film had already commenced its production phase, with shooting beginning in Los Angeles in October of last year.
Harbour's Packed Schedule and Upcoming Ventures
The actor has maintained an incredibly busy schedule in recent months. He recently concluded an extensive press tour for the fifth and final season of 'Stranger Things', which was released in parts over the holiday season and wrapped up on New Year's Eve.
Beyond the Upside Down, Harbour has been actively involved in several other projects. His current slate includes:
- The HBO dark comedy series titled 'DTF St. Louis'.
- The true crime thriller 'Evil Genius'.
- Reprising his Marvel role as Red Guardian in 'Avengers: Doomsday'.
- Returning for the sequel to the action film 'Violent Night 2'.
What We Know About 'Behemoth!' and the Road Ahead
Searchlight Pictures has been relatively secretive about the details of 'Behemoth!'. However, as per Deadline's report, the film's narrative is said to center around a cellist. Tony Gilroy has not only directed the film but also written the script and is producing it alongside Sanne Wohlenberg and John Gilroy.
The studio now faces the task of recasting the role vacated by Harbour. As of now, Searchlight has not announced any updates regarding who will replace him in the production. The film's progress and release schedule may be impacted by this unexpected casting change, leaving fans and industry watchers eager for further announcements.
