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| Way of the Warrior Kid | |
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| Directed by | McG |
| Screenplay by | Will Staples |
| Based on | Way of the Warrior Kid by Jocko Willink |
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| Cinematography | Shane Hurlbut |
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| Distributed by | Apple TV+ |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
Way of the Warrior Kid is an upcoming American drama film directed by McG and written by Will Staples. It is based on the 2017 children's novel of the same name by Jocko Willink. It stars Chris Pratt, who also serves as a producer, alongside Linda Cardellini and Jude Hill.
Premise
A bullied 11-year-old named Marc learns to find his inner warrior over one summer with the help of his Navy SEAL uncle Jake.[1]
Cast
- Chris Pratt as Uncle Jake, a Navy SEAL who is Sarah's younger brother
- Linda Cardellini as Sarah, Marc's mom and Jake's older sister
- Jude Hill as Marc, Sarah's son
- Levi McConaughey
- Ava Torres
- Arlan Ruff
- Ellis Hobbs IV
Production
In April 2024, a movie adaptation of the novel Way of the Warrior Kid by Jocko Willink was in development, with McG directing and producing, and Will Staples writing the screenplay. Chris Pratt was cast in the lead role.[1] In June, Skydance Media acquired worldwide rights to the film for $80–85 million, also joining it as a production company with distribution rights going to Apple Studios as part of their overall deal with Skydance.[2] In August, Linda Cardellini and Jude Hill joined the cast.[3] In September, Levi McConaughey and Ava Torres were added.[4] In October, Arlan Ruff and Ellis Hobbs IV rounded out the cast.[5]
Filming
Principal photography began on August 19, 2024 in Los Angeles but largely happened at RSI Locations in Pomona. Some filming also occurred in San Diego in early-mid October 2024.[6]
References
- ^ a b Fleming, Mike Jr. (April 25, 2024). "Hot Cannes Package: Chris Pratt & McG Turn Jocko Willink Novel 'Way Of The Warrior Kid' Into Film". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved June 20, 2024.
- ^ Fleming, Mike Jr.; Wiseman, Andreas (June 6, 2024). "Skydance Ties Up Global Deal For Chris Pratt & McG Movie 'Way Of The Warrior Kid', Making Massive $85M Deal Before Title Hit Cannes". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved June 20, 2024.
- ^ Grobar, Matt (August 27, 2024). "Linda Cardellini & Jude Hill To Star Opposite Chris Pratt In Apple & Skydance's 'Way Of The Warrior Kid'". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved August 27, 2024.
- ^ Grobar, Matt (September 4, 2024). "Apple's 'Way Of The Warrior Kid' Adds Levi McConaughey & Ava Torres". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved September 4, 2024.
- ^ Grobar, Matt (October 21, 2024). "Newcomers Arlan Ruff & Ellis Hobbs IV Round Out Cast Of Apple's 'Way Of The Warrior Kid'". Deadline Hollywood.
- ^ "Chris Pratt Films Gripping Scene For 'Way Of The Warrior Kid'". TMZ. September 10, 2024.
